Metal braces use brackets and wires to move teeth with steady, precise control, which makes them a strong choice for complex cases. Dr. Nourian at Trusted Dental & Orthodontics provides metal braces for teens and adults in Los Angeles.
HOW BRACES WORK
Small metal brackets are bonded to the front of each tooth and linked by an archwire. The wire applies light, continuous pressure, and as Dr. Nourian adjusts or changes it over time, your teeth gradually move toward their planned positions. Because braces stay on around the clock, progress doesn't depend on remembering to wear an appliance.
That level of control makes metal braces well suited to more complex cases, including significant crowding, overbites, underbites and crossbites. Metal braces are available for as low as $87 per month, with financing through CareCredit, Sunbit and Cherry.
WHAT TO EXPECT
From your first visit to the day your braces come off, here's what treatment with Dr. Nourian typically involves.
Dr. Nourian examines your teeth and bite, reviews X-rays and explains your options and costs.
Brackets are bonded to your teeth and connected with an archwire, typically in a single visit.
At regular visits, the wire is adjusted or replaced to keep your teeth moving on plan.
Once your teeth reach their planned positions, the brackets come off and your teeth are polished.
A retainer helps hold your new alignment in place after braces come off.
If a bracket loosens or a wire pokes, call the office. We reserve time each day for urgent issues.
Braces can handle rotations, bite corrections and larger movements that may be harder for aligners.
Brush after meals and use floss threaders or small interdental brushes to clean around the wire.
Your hygiene visits and braces adjustments can often be booked together, under one roof.
Kids and teens can choose colored elastic bands and switch them up at adjustment visits.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Answers to common questions about living with metal braces from Los Angeles patients.
Many patients wear braces for roughly 12 to 24 months, but the timeline varies by patient. Simpler cases may finish sooner, while complex bite corrections can take longer. Dr. Nourian gives you an estimated timeline at your free consultation.
Avoid hard foods like ice, hard candy and nuts, sticky foods like caramel and gum, and very chewy foods like bagels. Cut crunchy fruits and vegetables into small pieces instead of biting into them. These habits help prevent loose brackets and bent wires that can slow treatment.
Adjustment visits are typically scheduled every several weeks, depending on your treatment plan. At each visit, the wire may be tightened or changed and the elastic bands are replaced. Visits are usually brief, and Dr. Nourian checks your progress each time.
Call our office so we can decide whether you need to come in before your next adjustment. In the meantime, orthodontic wax over the bracket or wire end can ease irritation. We reserve time each day for urgent issues and offer same-day appointments when possible.
Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Nourian to learn whether metal braces suit your case, how long treatment may take and what your monthly payment could look like.