Transform Your Smile with Milwaukee's Top Orthodontists

Once the braces are removed, the journey isn’t quite over! To keep the newly straightened teeth from shifting back, your child will need to wear a retainer. This can be either a removable one worn mostly at night or a fixed one bonded behind the teeth. Retainers are crucial for maintaining that beautiful new smile for years to come.

Yes, the iTero Element scanner can be used for various orthodontic treatments, including traditional braces and Invisalign clear aligners.

Children might need braces for various reasons, such as crooked teeth, overcrowded teeth, gaps between teeth, or problems with their bite (like an overbite or underbite). Getting braces can improve their chewing, speaking, and overall oral health, in addition to boosting their confidence.

LightForce Brackets are custom-made for each individual tooth using 3D printing technology, unlike traditional braces which use standard brackets. This customization allows for a more comfortable fit and precise tooth movement, often resulting in shorter treatment times and fewer office visits. Additionally, the ceramic material of LightForce Brackets is tooth-colored, making them less noticeable than metal braces

Orthodontic treatment length depends on each patient’s case, but most people at Griffin Orthodontics complete treatment in about 12 to 24 months. Minor adjustments or early-phase treatments can take less than a year, while more complex cases (for example, significant bite corrections) might take up to about 2 years. Whether you choose LightForce braces or Spark Clear Aligners, our West Allis orthodontist will give you an estimated timeframe after evaluating your smile. With modern techniques and regular check-ups, we make sure your treatment stays on schedule as much as possible. Remember, following your orthodontist’s instructions (like wearing aligners as directed or keeping appointments) also helps finish your treatment on time.