Four ways to straight.
Every plan starts with the same free visit. Then we pick what fits your bite, your budget and your calendar.
Metal braces
18–24
Strong, fast, and the only one with band colors you pick every visit.
Clear aligners
12–18
Nearly invisible trays you swap every two weeks. Out for meals.
Ceramic braces
18–24
Tooth-colored brackets that blend in. Bands still optional.
Early check, age 7+
1 visit
A free look while jaws are still growing. Often nothing to do yet.
Side by side.
Metal
Aligners
Ceramic
Early check
Visible?
Yes — that’s the fun part
Barely
Less
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Typical time
18–24 months
12–18 months
18–24 months
1 visit
Best for
Kids, teens, complex bites
Teens and adults
Adults, teens
Ages 7–9
Band colors
Every visit
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Optional
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Monthly from
$189
$219
$209
Free
Still deciding?
Can I switch from braces to aligners?
Sometimes, mid-treatment. Dr. Okafor will tell you honestly if it’s worth it.
Which is fastest?
It depends on the bite, not the brand. Your plan shows the real estimate.
Do adults really get braces?
About one in four of our patients is over 18.