Are ceramic braces right for you?

Clear aligners are a popular (and excellent!) choice for straightening teeth, but they’re not the only one. We always make sure our patients know about every option available to them, including ceramic braces.

At Ewell Orthodontics, we offer clear ceramic fixed braces by Clarity™, alongside our champagne-coloured Iconix braces, Angel Aligners and Invisalign. This guide explains what ceramic braces are and how to know if they’re the right choice for you.

What are ceramic braces?

Ceramic braces work in exactly the same way as metal braces – brackets are attached to your teeth and connected with a wire, which is adjusted over time to gradually guide your teeth into position.

The difference is the material. Instead of metal, the brackets are made from a translucent, tooth-coloured ceramic that blends in much more naturally with your teeth. Our Clarity™ brackets are also designed to be small and low-profile, which helps with comfort as well as appearance.

Ceramic versus metal braces

The main appeal of ceramic braces is how discreet they are. From a short distance or in photos, they’re far less noticeable than traditional metal brackets, which makes them a popular choice for anyone who feels self-conscious about the look of braces.

Beyond appearance, ceramic braces work just as effectively as metal ones. Treatment times and results are comparable, so you’re not compromising on outcome for the sake of a more subtle appearance.

Choosing between ceramic braces and aligners

Ceramic braces and clear aligners both offer a more discreet alternative to metal, but there are some key differences to consider.

Because ceramic braces are fixed to your teeth, there’s no compliance required – you can’t forget to wear them, and there’s no discipline needed around hours of wear per day. This can make them a good option if you know you’d struggle with the routine that aligners require. Fixed braces can also treat more complex cases than aligners are sometimes able to, so your orthodontist may recommend ceramic braces to give you the best result.

What’s included at Ewell Orthodontics

Your treatment is led by a specialist orthodontist – either Dr Faiza Lewis or Dr Richard Williams – at every appointment. You’ll have all your scans and X-rays, regular monitoring throughout treatment, and fixed and removable retainers with 12 months of aftercare once your braces come off. If you’re an adult patient, complimentary professional whitening is included too.

Book your free consultation

If you’re weighing up your options and want to know whether ceramic braces would suit your case, a free consultation is a great place to start. You’ll meet one of our experienced specialist orthodontists in Ewell, who’ll take the time to understand what you’re hoping to achieve and talk you through what treatment would involve.

You’ll leave feeling clear about your options and confident about the next step, whatever you decide.

Book your free consultation online or call our friendly team on 020 8394 2324.