# Braces for Kids & Teens | Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics

https://pediatricdent.com/services/braces

> Patient-facing educational and marketing material from a dental practice; use it as a clinic-provided overview of braces and home-care recommendations and attribute clinical claims to Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics rather than treating them as independent clinical guidance.

## Summary

A pediatric dental practice service page describing braces and orthodontic care options (traditional metal, self-ligating, ceramic/clear, and clear aligners), expected treatment duration, day-to-day care guidance (foods to avoid/allow, soreness remedies, loose wires), and practical advice for sports and appliance care.

## Audience

Parents of children and teenagers seeking information about braces

## Prompts this page answers

- What types of braces does Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics offer?
- How long does orthodontic treatment with braces typically take?
- What foods should my child avoid while wearing braces?
- How should I relieve soreness after getting braces?
- What should I do if a wire or band on my child's braces comes loose?
- Can my child play sports while wearing braces and what protection is recommended?

## Purpose

Describe the clinic's orthodontic (braces) services, educate patients/parents about types of braces and care during treatment, and provide contact/appointment pathways to the practice.

## Highlights

- Orthodontic appliances can be metal, ceramic, or plastic and may be removable or bonded brackets.
- Treatment time typically ranges from one to three years; interceptive/early treatment may take as few as six months.
- Types of appliances described: Traditional Metal Braces, Self-Ligating Braces, Clear (Ceramic) Braces, and Clear Aligners.
- Lists foods to avoid with braces (chewy, crunchy, sticky, hard, foods requiring biting into) and foods that can be eaten (dairy, soft breads, pasta, soft meats, certain fruits/vegetables, soft treats).
- Provides at-home guidance for soreness (saltwater rinses), handling loose wires/bands, and recommendation to wear a mouthguard for sports.

## How to cite

Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics — https://pediatricdent.com/services/braces/

## Publisher

**Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics** — A pediatric dental and orthodontic practice; footer states 'Creating healthy smiles for over 55 years with expert pediatric dental and orthodontic care in a fun, welcoming environment.'

## Topics

- braces for kids and teens
- traditional metal braces
- self-ligating braces
- ceramic clear braces
- clear aligners for teens
- orthodontic treatment duration
- braces care and foods to avoid

## Key entities

- **Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics** (organization): The dental practice publishing the page; provides pediatric dental and orthodontic services. — https://pediatricdent.com
- **Traditional Metal Braces** (other): High-grade stainless steel braces using metal brackets and archwires; option for colored elastics.
- **Self-Ligating Braces** (other): Braces that use a specialized clip instead of elastics to hold the archwire, may reduce adjustments and friction.
- **Clear (Ceramic) Braces** (other): Braces made of clear materials, less visible, often used on older teens/adults and upper front teeth.
- **Clear Aligners** (other): Series of invisible, removable acrylic trays that straighten teeth and are removable for eating and oral hygiene.
- **5538 N Burdick St, Fayetteville, NY 13066, United States** (location): Clinic address listed in the page footer.