Metal Braces | Knight Orthodontics | Braces in Louisville KY

Louisville & Radcliff Metal Braces

Your Tried & True Treatment

Metal braces from Knight Orthodontics show up and get the job done. Dr. Knight has depended on them for decades to help turn even the most complex cases into straight, healthy smiles his patients are proud to show off. Try them and you’ll see why!

How Do Braces Work?

Braces are the time-tested and most efficient method for straightening teeth. At Knight Orthodontics, we place brackets on each tooth for clear and metal braces and thread a wire through each bracket to connect them.

This archwire connects the brackets and will slowly move your teeth into position. Rubber bands secure the wire to the bracket — and with plenty of colorful options, you can match your bands to your personality, a special occasion, or your school.

Self-Ligating Braces

In addition to clear and metal braces, we offer Damon® System braces. The Damon bracket uses a unique sliding-door technology that allows for self-litigation. This allows the wire to slide back and forth within the bracket, allowing for dynamic adjustment.

This technology creates less friction and results in greater comfort for the patient. In addition, Damon braces have been known to have a quicker treatment time.

Self-ligating brackets are also smaller than traditional braces and don’t require rubber bands to secure the archwire.

Benefits of Braces

Investing in your dental health now can save you money in the future. That’s because the advantages of orthodontic treatment go beyond just improving the appearance of your smile.

Crooked teeth can put excessive stress on the muscles in your jaw, potentially leading to head, neck, and shoulder pain. Misalignment is also a primary risk factor for the development of TMJ issues, such as temporomandibular joint disorder (or TMD).

Braces help prevent these and more serious health issues from forming as you get older. By correcting alignment now, you can get a more functional bite and smile that are likely to last a lifetime.

Let’s look at some of the other abundant benefits orthodontic treatment offers patients of all ages:

Improved Confidence

A beautiful smile not only improves your appearance — it can also make you more self-assured.

Less Wear & Tear

Braces help balance your bite, resulting in less wear and tear on your teeth.

Superior Function

Correcting tooth alignment improves your tooth function while eating, chewing, and speaking, which can result in fewer headaches and less jaw pain.

Reduced Risk

When your teeth are misaligned or protruding, you may have an increased risk of damage, especially in the case of trauma. Successful treatment with metal braces can reduce this risk.

Improved Hygiene

When your teeth are in the correct position, you can brush and floss them better to help reduce the overall risk of developing decay and periodontal disease.

Braces FAQs

Want to know more about metal braces from Knight Orthodontics? Browse our FAQ section. If you don’t see your question, schedule a free consultation and Dr. Knight will be happy to help you!

How long will I wear braces?

The time spent in treatment with braces varies wildly from patient to patient. Simpler and minor procedures require you to be in braces for 6 months, while extreme cases require up to 30 months.

You can’t rush a perfect smile, and our treatment is meant to get you where you need to be as quickly, comfortably, and safely as possible. After treatment, it is important to wear a retainer so your jaw and teeth structure stays the same as they did the day we removed the braces.

Do braces hurt?

Braces are infamous for being uncomfortable, but thankfully, modern medicine can alleviate some of these pains. In the 21st century, we have braces that are more comfortable and more stylish.

You may inevitably still feel some pain from your teeth moving, but this is a short adjustment while you get used to the feeling of an appliance in your mouth. Most patients quickly adapt to their braces.

We will supply wax that can help areas where the brackets are causing pain. In addition, taking some over-the-counter pain relievers may help.

If you feel pain or discomfort for a prolonged period, we encourage you to reach out to our office so we can give you advice or make adjustments to your appliance.

What foods will I have to avoid when getting braces?

How do I care for my teeth while wearing braces?

Our patients must maintain strong oral hygiene while wearing braces. Adults are much more likely to suffer from periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, leading to bone loss and tooth loss.

Our patients need to ensure they use their dental care devices frequently and effectively. Brush around the brackets and wires and ensure every area of your teeth gets clean when you brush. Floss around tight areas as you normally would.

We encourage you to continue getting your regularly scheduled teeth cleaning from your general dentist.

Not maintaining good oral health habits while in braces may increase the risk of disease. Our patients will usually have stains around the places brackets lay. When the brackets are removed, it is noticeable.

How do I protect my mouth when playing sports with braces?

It is important to wear mouthguards when playing sports. Mouthguards ensure that any impact with a ball or another individual is absorbed into the mouthpiece instead of you or your child’s teeth. Impact on the teeth may cause brackets to be removed, which can prolong treatment.

In addition to this, simply being conscious of your braces can ensure that no risks are taken that could damage the teeth.

How much do braces cost?

The cost of braces varies depending on the extent of your needs. However, we are constantly working to make our services accessible to the community. We also work with many insurance providers to keep out-of-pocket costs down.

Our team works hard to ensure that our patients are cared for, including keeping costs down. We’ll work hard to get you a fair price with your insurance provider.