Subtle by Design
Tooth-colored ceramic brackets visually blend with your teeth, helping your smile, not your appliance, stay at the center of attention.
Personal guidance at every visit Your treatment is planned and monitored by Dr. Joel Brodsky and Dr. Charles Brodsky.
The confidence of braces with a quieter look
A More Subtle Way to Straighten Your Smile
Clear braces, also called ceramic or tooth-colored braces, work much like traditional metal braces. Instead of stainless-steel brackets, they use low-profile ceramic brackets designed to blend with the natural color of your teeth.
Because clear braces remain attached to your teeth, they work continuously and do not depend on remembering to put an appliance back in after meals. Your orthodontist can use planned wires, ties, and other mechanics to guide individual teeth and improve the way your upper and lower teeth fit together.
At Brodsky Orthodontics, Dr. Joel Brodsky and Dr. Charles Brodsky personalize every treatment plan around your teeth, bite, facial balance, lifestyle, and long-term stability. We will help you compare ceramic braces, custom LightForce clear braces, traditional braces, and Invisalign® so you can choose confidently.
Clear braces are especially popular with older teens and adults who want fixed, dependable treatment without making metal brackets the focus of their smile.
Why patients choose ceramic braces
Discreet by Design. Dependable by Nature.
Clear braces combine a subtle appearance with the consistency and orthodontic control of an appliance that stays in place throughout treatment.
Fixed & Consistent
Clear braces stay on your teeth and work around the clock, eliminating daily wear-time decisions and removable trays to keep track of.
Planned for Precision
Your orthodontist can coordinate brackets, wires, and bite mechanics to address many spacing, crowding, alignment, and bite concerns.
The system behind clear braces
Familiar Braces Mechanics in a More Discreet Form
Clear braces use the same core principle as traditional braces: gentle, controlled pressure applied over time. Each component plays a specific role in guiding your teeth toward the positions planned by your Brodsky orthodontist.
Ceramic Brackets
Tooth-colored attachments bonded to individual teeth for a softer visual contrast.
Archwire
The shaped wire that delivers gentle pressure and guides planned tooth movement.
Clear Ties
Small elastics that hold the wire in place and are replaced at adjustment visits.
Bite Elastics
When prescribed, removable elastics help guide the upper and lower teeth together.
Keeping clear braces looking their best
Simple Habits Protect the Look and the Progress
Ceramic brackets are designed to maintain their appearance, but healthy teeth, clean appliances, and careful food choices still make a visible difference throughout treatment.
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Brush Around Every Bracket
Brush carefully around bracket edges, wires, and the gumline after meals whenever possible. Daily flossing and regular dental cleanings help protect enamel and gum health.
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Be Mindful of Strong Colors
The ceramic brackets resist discoloration, but clear elastic ties may pick up color from deeply pigmented foods or drinks. Ties are replaced during adjustment visits.
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Protect the Ceramic Brackets
Avoid hard, sticky, chewy, and crunchy foods that can damage braces. Wear a braces-friendly mouthguard during contact sports and call us if an appliance feels loose.
Your clear-braces journey
Three Steps Closer to a Smile You Are Proud to Share
Getting started is straightforward. We combine a complete evaluation, clear communication, and personalized treatment planning so you know what comes next.
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Free Smile Consultation
Meet the team, share your goals, and receive a complete orthodontic evaluation from Dr. Joel Brodsky or Dr. Charles Brodsky.
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Your Personalized Plan
Review your diagnosis, clear-braces options, estimated timeline, financial choices, and the recommendation designed for your smile.
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Begin Your Transformation
When you are ready, your clear braces are placed and our team guides you through appliance care, appointments, and every milestone ahead.
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Trusted for generations. Designed for today.
Clear-Braces Care Backed by Decades of Orthodontic Experience
Brodsky Orthodontics pairs a long local legacy with modern digital treatment planning, advanced clear-braces technology, and personal attention. Dr. Joel Brodsky and Dr. Charles Brodsky are involved in your care and committed to creating a result that is healthy, stable, and unmistakably yours.
Board-certified orthodontic specialists
Personalized care for children, teens, and adults
Digital scans and modern treatment technology
Flexible payment options and insurance support
Subtle treatment. Noticeable confidence.
You Do Not Have to Choose Between Discretion and Dependable Treatment
Clear braces offer a balanced option for patients who want fixed orthodontic treatment with a more understated appearance. They can address many of the same alignment and bite concerns as traditional braces while allowing the natural color of your teeth to remain more visually prominent.
The best appliance is still the one that supports your healthiest, most stable result. At your free consultation, we will explain what clear braces can accomplish in your case, compare every appropriate option, and give you a personalized path forward.
Clear braces FAQ
Clear Answers Before You Begin
These are some of the questions Lakewood and Long Beach families ask most often about ceramic braces. Your consultation is the best place to get answers specific to your smile.
Have a general orthodontic question? Visit our full FAQ page.1. What are clear braces?
Clear braces are fixed orthodontic appliances that use tooth-colored or translucent ceramic brackets instead of stainless-steel brackets. They use wires and planned adjustments to move teeth much like traditional braces, while creating a less noticeable appearance.
2. How do clear ceramic braces work?
Ceramic brackets are bonded to the teeth and connected by an archwire. The wire and other orthodontic mechanics apply gentle, controlled pressure while your orthodontist monitors progress and makes adjustments according to your personalized treatment plan.
3. Who is a good candidate for clear braces?
Clear braces are often chosen by older teens and adults who want the consistency of fixed braces with a more subtle look. Candidacy depends on your bite, tooth movement needs, oral hygiene, habits, and treatment goals.
4. Are clear braces as effective as metal braces?
Clear braces can effectively treat many crowding, spacing, and bite concerns. Metal braces may be recommended when maximum durability or particular treatment mechanics are more important. Brodsky Orthodontics will explain which option best supports your result.
5. Do clear braces stain?
Modern ceramic brackets are designed to resist discoloration. The small elastic ties around the brackets can pick up color from certain foods and drinks, but they are replaced at adjustment visits. Consistent brushing and mindful food choices help keep treatment looking its best.
6. Are clear braces more fragile than metal braces?
Ceramic brackets are strong enough for orthodontic treatment, but they are not as impact-resistant as stainless steel. Avoiding hard and sticky foods and wearing a braces-friendly mouthguard for contact sports helps protect your appliances.
7. What is the difference between clear braces and Invisalign®?
Clear braces are fixed to the teeth and work continuously. Invisalign® uses removable clear aligners that must be worn as directed. Both can be discreet options, but the best choice depends on your orthodontic needs, lifestyle, and ability to follow treatment instructions.
8. How long does treatment with clear braces take?
Treatment time varies with the complexity of your bite, the amount of movement needed, growth, appliance care, and appointment progress. Your orthodontist will provide a personalized estimate after evaluating your smile.
9. How much do clear braces cost at Brodsky Orthodontics?
The cost depends on your individual treatment plan and estimated treatment length. Brodsky Orthodontics provides a clear fee estimate before treatment, offers flexible payment options, and can help review available orthodontic insurance benefits.
10. Will I need a retainer after clear braces?
Yes. Retainers help preserve the finished positions of your teeth after active treatment. Brodsky Orthodontics will provide a personalized retainer type and wear schedule when your clear braces are removed.