When you are considering orthodontic treatment, Dr. Richards may recommend Damon™ braces to align your teeth and improve your smile. Damon braces are self-ligating, which means that they are specially designed to be faster and more comfortable than traditional metal braces. The Damon system makes use of a revolutionary slide mechanism that eliminates the need for metal or elastic ties, and light, high-tech shape-memory wires that move the teeth faster and require fewer adjustments.

Damon braces are designed to enhance your facial aesthetics and produce a better overall result. They are also available in several forms, including stainless steel brackets and clear (tooth-colored) brackets.

Damon braces have a number of advantages over traditional braces, including:

• Appearance — the brackets are smaller, and the clear brackets are nearly invisible, even though the wire is still visible.
• Faster treatment time.
• Fewer appointments to adjust your braces.
• Less discomfort during treatment.
• Better oral hygiene since there are fewer areas on the braces to accumulate plaque and bacteria.