Before and After Braces

When you think of orthodontic treatment, your brain probably jumps directly to braces. While there are a whole host of other treatment options available now, braces are still a great option for many patients who have misalignments and want a straighter, more functional bite.

At Beverly Hills Orthodontics, we have made a name for ourselves as a Blue Diamond Top 1% Invisalign Provider, but we also offer conventional metal and wire braces for patients who need, or want, that option. Check out these Before and After Braces photos to see what great results our braces patients have.

Before and After Braces

Below, you will see just a few of our patients who have gotten braces to correct different malocclusions. There are teeth with overbites, underbites, crooked teeth, and too much space between their teeth, and braces can correct them all! Look at these patients’ success stories in our Braces Before and After Gallery.

The patient began an Invisalign treatment. The patient’s “overbite” was resolved, and they were thrilled with the results and the lack of surgery needed to achieve them.

Patient 1

Patient 1 presented with a pronounced forward jaw protrusion, resulting in the lower jaw and teeth overlapping the upper teeth. To address these issues, the BHO team initiated a treatment plan with traditional braces. We paired her braces with elastic bands to gradually realign her teeth, guiding them backward.

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Patient 2

This patient came to us after a referral to an oral surgeon. When they decided surgical correction of a conventional overbite was not possible due to the proximity of the roots to the nerves, she opted for a treatment plan with conventional braces and rubber bands. With the patient’s diligence and compliance in wearing her elastics, her overbite was significantly reduced and her teeth were able to be straightened without surgery.

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Patient 3

Patient 3 came to our office looking to straighten her crowded and proclined teeth. She had previously had orthodontic treatment, but over time her teeth had shifted back and relapsed into their old position. We got her set up with a new treatment plan and into braces to correct the facial flare of her teeth. She now has a smile she loves and a new permanent lingual retainer to keep her teeth in position for good.

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Patient 4

This patient came to us because she wanted to fix her overlapped and crooked teeth. Her treatment consisted of bonded braces with frictionless brackets. Frictionless brackets hold the archwire in place using a slide mechanism without the typical colorful ties. She also used elastics to help gently pull her jaws into the correct position.

After wearing braces to get her teeth into proper alignment, she now wears Viveras Invisalign retainers to keep her teeth in the right positions.

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Patient 5

Patient 5 came to us because she didn’t like the black triangles between her teeth or how her teeth proclined (tilted outward). After treatment, her teeth are closer together and straighter. She also wanted to whiten her teeth after orthodontics, so we sent her home with a whitening kit to finish perfecting her brand-new smile.

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What Are Braces?

Dental braces are orthodontic devices used to correct misaligned teeth and bite issues. Braces apply continuous gentle pressure to the teeth, gradually moving them into the desired position over time. Braces can be used to address a variety of orthodontic problems, including crowded teeth, spacing issues, overbites, underbites, and crossbites.

Key components of dental braces include:

Brackets
- Brackets are small, square-shaped devices that are attached to the front surface of each tooth using dental bond or cement and act as anchors for the archwire.
Archwire
- A thin metal wire that connects the brackets to exert gentle, constant pressure on the teeth. The archwire is periodically adjusted during treatment to adjust the pressure.
Anchor Bands
- Metal rings cemented around the molars which act as an attachment and additional support for the braces.
Elastic Bands
- Used as an adjunct with braces to correct specific bite issues. Elastics connect brackets on the top and bottom teeth to apply additional pressure on the jaws.

Dental braces are a great option for patients of all ages. How long you will be in braces depends on several factors, including the type and degree of your orthodontic needs.

Why Should You Consider Orthodontic Treatment with Braces?

Improve Aesthetics: Braces can help give you straight teeth and a beautiful smile.

Enhance Function: Malocclusions can affect your bite, change your speech, and make it difficult to eat. Orthodontic treatment with braces can improve your bite, making it easier to talk and chew food.

Increase Comfort and Reduce Pain: Extra pressure from having teeth out of alignment can cause headaches and jaw pain. Braces can even out the pressure when your teeth contact, alleviating that extra pressure and reducing your pain.
Prevent Dental Issues: When your teeth are crowded or out of position, it can be challenging to keep them clean which can lead to cavities and bone loss. Braces can reduce that crowding and make it easier to keep teeth clean, preventing future problems.

Beverly Hills Orthodontics Provides the Best Orthodontic Treatment for People Who Need Braces in Los Angeles

Having a smile that you don’t love, or a bite that doesn’t quite line up, can impact how you feel about yourself and how you go about your day-to-day life. In the photos above, you have seen how orthodontic treatment with braces has been able to transform these patients’ lives and give them a smile they love to show off.

Through a comprehensive evaluation of your dental needs, we can develop an orthodontic treatment plan tailored to your unique requirements and give you the radiant smile you’ve always wanted.

With offices in Beverly Hills, Studio City, Alhambra, and Downtown LA, Beverly Hills Orthodontics is accessible to nearly all residents of Los Angeles County.

Want to get more information about what you can expect before and after braces? Call or text BHO at 310-785-0770 or visit our contact page to book a consultation and start your path toward a brighter smile.

NOTE: All blog content is intended to supplement—NOT REPLACE—the expertise of a healthcare professional and should not be construed in any way as medical advice. Consult a professional orthodontist directly, like the ones at BHO, to assess your individual needs and advise the best course of treatment.

Before and After Braces