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What Types of Braces Are Available?

If braces are indeed the solution for you, your orthodontist will prescribe an appliance specific for your needs. The braces may consist of bands, wires, and other fixed or removable corrective appliances.

Generally, there are three types of braces:

• Brackets: Made of stainless steel or clear or tooth-colored ceramic or plastic, brackets are bonded to the front of each tooth. Ceramic or plastic brackets are often selected for cosmetic reasons. Plastic brackets, however, may become stained and discolored by the end of treatment. Another disadvantage of ceramic or plastic brackets is that they cause more friction between the wire and brackets, which can increase treatment time.
• Lingual-type brackets: These are brackets that attach to the back of teeth, hiding the bracket from view.
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Nearby Jefferson City Hospitals *

Capital Region Medical Center Madison
1125 Madison St
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573)632-5000

St Marys Health Center
100 St Marys Medical Plz
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573)761-7000

Callaway Community Hospital
10 S Hospital Dr
Fulton, MO 65251
(573)642-3376

Fulton State Hospital
600 E Fifth St
Fulton, MO 65251
(573)592-4100

Harry S Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital
800 Hospital Dr
Columbia, MO 65201
(573)814-6000

Mid Missouri Mental Health Center
3 Hospital Dr
Columbia, MO 65201
(573)884-1300

University of Missouri Health Care Hospital
One Hospital Dr
Columbia, MO 65212
(573)882-4141

Boone Hospital Center
1600 E Broadway
Columbia, MO 65201
(573)815-8000

Columbia Regional Hospital
404 Keene St
Columbia, MO 65201
(573)875-9000

Ellis Fischel Cancer Center
115 Business Loop 70 W
Columbia, MO 65203
(573)882-2100

Howard A Rusk Rehabilitation Center
315 Business Loop 70 W
Columbia, MO 65203
(573)817-2703

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