Whether it’s to address a concern or straighten your smile, getting braces is becoming more common for people of all ages. Even celebrities like Gwen Stefani and Tom Cruise have been spotted on the red carpet with metal and invisible braces. Orthodontic care used to be an expensive proposition, but new financing options from Sky Dental Alliance have make getting cheap braces in Phoenix a reality.
Are Braces Medically Necessary?
In a healthy mouth, the upper and lower teeth come together in a way that keeps you from biting your tongue or the sides of your cheeks. You’re able to speak and chew comfortably. Your teeth are lined up, and there’s just enough space between them to form a solid bite surface while allowing you to brush and floss efficiently.
When the upper and lower teeth don’t line up or come together properly, it’s called a malocclusion. Mild alignment concerns like crooked teeth are called Class 1 malocclusions. Overbites, when the upper teeth jut too far over the lower teeth, are called Class 2. Underbites, when the lower jaw overlaps the upper, are called Class 3.
Orthodontics like braces can gradually coax your teeth and jaw into a more ideal alignment. Braces are designed to correct and prevent:
- Discomfort when chewing
- Difficulty speaking clearly
- Lips or teeth closing uncomfortably
- Tooth decay and gingivitis from overlapping and cramped teeth trapping food and bacteria
- Jaw strain and aches
- Tooth grinding
- Bite surface wear or breakage
- Excessive tongue and cheek biting
Treatment is easier when concerns are addressed early, especially in children and teens whose growing bones take to adjustments well. However, people of any age can see substantial results. There’s no such thing as “too old” for braces!
A Smile You’re Proud Of
Aesthetics are important for our happiness, confidence, social lives and even our jobs. When you have a straight, bright smile you’re happy to show off, you have a direct impact on yourself and the people around you. Smiling actually makes us feel better by releasing feel-good hormones, and it’s even contagious. With cheap braces in Phoenix readily available, getting a boost to your self esteem is a reasonable and affordable option.
Depending on your situation, braces can correct the appearance of the teeth, jaw, face and lips as well as certain speech impairments caused by malocclusions. For children, these corrections can help give them the confidence to make friends, participate in school and feel free to explore the world without worrying about being picked on. For adults, it can make the right impression on employers, make you more confident in your social life and let you finally stop worrying about your teeth.
Finding Cheap Braces in Phoenix
At Sky Dental Alliance, we want to give as many people beautiful, comfortable smiles as we can. We established our affordable orthodontics program to make high quality oral care attainable no matter what your age or financial situation. We have multiple styles to choose from, and our free consultation will tell you everything you need to know before you make a decision.
We’ll help you finance your orthodontic work whether or not you have insurance. We offer:
- Without insurance: As little as $200 down, starting at just $99 a month
- With insurance: No money down, starting at just $99 a month
At your free consultation, we’ll examine your teeth and even take x-rays to evaluate your needs. We’ll lay out your options and give you a detailed treatment plan, including a timeline estimate. There are no hidden fees. We include necessities like expanders, retainers, spacers, x-rays and the braces themselves in our estimate.
Same-Day Braces
In most cases, our treatments are available for a special same-day braces program. That means you can get to work on getting that gorgeous smile right away. Because braces aren’t one-size-fits all, we offer several types to meet a range of needs.
Our most popular choices are Invisalign invisible braces and traditional metal braces. Both are available under our affordable orthodontics plans. Today’s metal braces are sleek, comfortable and customizable with colored bands. Adjustments to their connecting wires slowly shift your teeth. Invisalign braces are clear, removable liners that fit snugly over your teeth. You can take them out to eat and take photos. You get a new set every few weeks with a subtly different shape. Invisalign braces are easy to lose, but we have a unique program for teens that includes six free replacements.
Sky Dental Alliance is proud to offer cheap braces in Phoenix at all three of our convenient locations. The smile you’ve been dreaming of is within reach. Give us a call to schedule your free consultation today.