Kovacs Orthodontics is your Billings MT braces expert
We proudly create beautiful new smiles for patients of all ages in Billings and the surrounding communities. If you're looking for someone you can trust to provide a brilliant straight smile in the Billings area, the team at Kovacs Orthodontics is here for you. We proudly offer patients a variety of orthodontic options, including traditional metal braces and ceramic braces. Both of these traditional braces options are some of the most effective tools we have for achieving optimal tooth and jaw alignment.
Braces treatment with your Billings MT braces expert
Before we put your braces on, our team will collect digital x-rays, photos, and a model of your mouth. We will then use this information to create a customized treatment plan based on your particular orthodontic needs. This plan will include information about the movements each tooth needs to make in order to achieve optimal positioning, and determine how your brackets are placed.
At Billings Orthodontics, once the brackets have been attached, a wire is inserted to apply customized pressure on the teeth that need to be moved. Through a process called remodeling, which gradually shifts teeth into the correct position, bends in the wire encourage precise and controlled movements. This process also involves subtle changes in the bone surrounding the tooth roots. When pressure is applied, cells known as osteoblasts and osteoclasts respond—removing bone on one side of the tooth while reforming it on the other—allowing your smile to transform over time.
Remodeling requires constant pressure on the tooth. This means that teeth will often begin drifting back towards their old positions over time once your braces are removed. This means the regular use of a retainer is required to help prevent this natural drifting and keep teeth in their new and improved positions!
What your Billings MT braces expert offers
We provide a range of effective treatment options designed to address both simple and more complex orthodontic needs. Among these, traditional metal braces continue to be one of the most efficient ways to close gaps and properly align teeth, often reducing overall treatment time compared to other methods. They also remain a budget-friendly choice for many families.
Today’s braces are far more advanced than those of the past. Built with durable, high-quality materials, they are smaller, more comfortable, and more versatile, making them a trusted solution year after year. Their long-standing success comes from a proven balance of strength, reliability, and affordability, which is why they continue to be one of the most popular orthodontic treatments available.
Metal Braces
Tried-and-true traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces used. These will normally be constructed with high-grade stainless steel. The braces work to straighten your teeth using metal brackets and archwires. The metal braces that we offer today are more comfortable and also more fun than ever. You have the option of choosing colored elastics to add a punch of personality to your treatment. If you prefer a more subtle approach, we also offer clear or tooth-colored elastics.
Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces work the same way metal braces do, but the brackets are made with a clear ceramic material instead. They are another great option for straightening your teeth. They are used more often on the upper teeth than the lower teeth. They're very popular with our older teen and adult patients because they are such a discrete treatment option. Since the brackets tend to be a bit larger and more brittle than their metal counterparts, we normally won't recommend them for our younger patients.
Using traditional braces, you can often see visible signs of improvement relatively quickly, which can help increase your confidence in both your smile and the orthodontic process!
Your local, trusted braces expert
We believe that advanced, personalized care leads to the best results and most positive orthodontic experience at Kovacs Orthodontics. Using our leading-edge techniques and state-of-the-art technology, we will provide efficient, comfortable care that will help you change both your life and your smile. We focus on patients as individuals, no matter the age, personal concerns, or clinical needs. When you choose braces treatment with our practice, we will create a treatment plan that works with your life.
Schedule a free consultation with us today to get started!