Traditional Braces in Houston, TX

Braces have been straightening teeth for decades, and there's a reason they're still around: they are effective. If your teeth are crowded, gapped, or your bite feels off, traditional braces can correct a wide range of alignment and bite issues, including many complex cases.

At New Smiles Dental Implant Center, we offer traditional braces in Houston, TX, for teens and adults. We'll look at your teeth, talk through what you want, and give you a plan and a price before you commit to anything.

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Why Traditional Braces Are Still Worth Considering

Clear aligners get a lot of attention, but they aren't right for everyone. Braces are fixed in place, so you don't have to remember to put them in. They also give your dental team precise control over how each tooth moves, which matters for tougher cases. Braces are a strong fit if you have:

Crowded or overlapping teeth

Gaps between teeth

Overbite, underbite, or crossbite

Teeth that are rotated or tilted

A bite that causes uneven wear

Are Braces Only for Children and Teens?

Not at all. Many adults choose braces, including some who never had them and others whose teeth shifted after earlier treatment. Age alone isn't a barrier. If you're an adult thinking about braces, the main things we check first are the health of your gums and the bone supporting your teeth.

If those are in good condition, you may be a candidate. We'll confirm at your exam. Teens are often good candidates because their teeth and jaws are still developing. We'll tell you whether now is the right time or whether waiting makes more sense.

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The Traditional Braces Process

Here is what you can expect during your traditional braces journey step-by-step:

Consultation and Exam: We look at your teeth, take digital X-rays when required, and talk about what's bothering you and what you'd like to change. Bring any questions or concerns you have.

Your Treatment Plan: We map out how your teeth need to move, roughly how long it will take, and what it will cost. Timelines vary from person to person, and treatment commonly takes 18 to 24 months. Simpler cases can be shorter, and complex ones longer. We'll give you an estimate based on your mouth, not a generic number.

Getting Your Braces: Brackets are attached to your teeth and connected with a wire. Getting braces on is generally painless, though your teeth may be sore afterward. That's normal, and soft foods help.

Adjustment Visits: Every few weeks, we'll check your progress and adjust the wires to keep your teeth moving in the right direction. These visits are usually quick.

Braces Off, Retainer On: Once your teeth are where they should be, we remove the braces and fit you with a retainer. Teeth naturally tend to drift back, and a retainer helps keep your results in place.

Living With Braces

Braces take some getting used to, and we'd rather tell you that now than have you find out later.

Eating: Avoid sticky, hard, or crunchy foods such as caramel, popcorn, and ice, and cut apples into slices.

Brushing: You'll need to spend more time on it. Food gets stuck around brackets, so brush after meals when you can and floss daily. We'll show you the tools that make it easier.

Sore Spots: Wax on the brackets helps when they rub your cheeks or lips. Any soreness usually fades within a few days of a new adjustment.

Broken Wires or Brackets: This can happen. Call us to schedule a repair visit.

Keep up with your regular dental cleanings while you're in braces, too. It's an important way to protect your teeth while they move.

Why Choose Us for Traditional Orthodontic Braces in Houston, TX

What sets us apart is that we're an independent, doctor-led practice: Dr. Hwang and Dr. Pham founded it in 2012, and we're still privately owned, so dentists make your care decisions, not a corporate office. Many of the services you may need along the way, like extractions and fillings, are available in-house.

Our dental team takes time to explain each step and move at your pace, which helps if you're nervous about the dentist. We'll go over your costs upfront, including what your treatment fee covers. The price depends on how much movement your teeth need and how long treatment takes.

We accept most PPO dental insurance plans and will check your coverage before you begin. If you don't have insurance or your plan doesn't cover much, financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry, with low- or no-interest options for qualified patients.

With two Houston locations, we serve patients from Alief, Westchase, Sharpstown, Chinatown, Uptown, River Oaks, and other parts of Houston. We also welcome Spanish-speaking patients and offer care in both English and Spanish..fl-rich-text a{ font-size: 1em !important }