LightForce 3D Printed Braces in Barrhaven, Nepean, Ottawa

Get Your Dream Smile Faster with Our Advanced LightForce Orthodontics

The orthodontics industry is rapidly advancing, and at Braces Haven, we are proud to be at the forefront of embracing and introducing groundbreaking innovations that will effectively cater to your dental needs.

One of the latest additions to our treatment programs is the revolutionary LightForce Orthodontics, which offers fully personalized 3D-printed braces that will instantly unveil your unique smile.

Say goodbye to worrying about how you can correct the misalignment of your teeth while showcasing the beauty of your smile; with our Lightforce custom braces in Ottawa, you have a custom solution that offers faster results.

Step into the Future of Orthodontic Treatment

You deserve a smile that unveils your warmth and beauty and communicates your confidence.

Unfortunately, whether you are a young teenager or an adult, having misaligned teeth greatly impacts the quality of your smile, besides causing other problems such as:

  • Discomfort when chewing
  • Elevated risk of tooth decay and gum diseases
  • Speech difficulties
  • Constantly biting your cheeks and tongue
  • Protruding lips or difficulty in closing the mouth

Cumulatively, these issues are known to cause a lot of discomfort and insecurity as they can make everyday tasks such as eating, speaking, and smiling quite challenging.

Amid these challenges, orthodontics has always provided a way out, as there are several techniques for correcting improper teeth alignment. While these techniques remain highly beneficial and practical for many issues, there has always been a desire for less demanding treatment plans that offer faster results.

Thanks to technological advancements, we are now excited to offer you a new orthodontic solution: LightForce 3D Braces, the most technologically advanced braces, and a huge leap into the future of orthodontics.

What are LightForce Braces?

LightForce braces are 3D-printed, precision-crafted braces to suit a patient’s anatomy. These ceramic braces are designed to achieve a high level of individual customization that traditional metal braces cannot match, making them a highly effective and practical solution for patients after a more comfortable orthodontic experience.

The winning edge for LightForce Orthodontics is its perfect integration of 3D printing technology, which makes customization of the braces easier and allows an exact match for each patient. As the world’s fully custom 3D-printed braces, this option has completely changed the face of modern orthodontics, offering a superior way of straightening teeth and enhancing smiles.

How Long Do LightForce Braces Take?

LightForce Braces have shown impressive results as they work much faster than traditional braces. However, while they result in reduced treatment times, there is no fixed treatment duration, as each patient’s needs are unique.

On average, LightForce braces can show results within periods as short as 6 to 12 months for mild cases and 18 to 24 months for more severe cases. For each case we handle, our orthodontist will provide an overview of how long your treatment will last, which will be much shorter than opting for traditional orthodontic options.

How Much Do LightForce Braces Cost?

The cost of LightForce braces varies greatly depending on the severity of your orthodontic problem and the duration of the treatment. Once your dental condition is thoroughly evaluated, our orthodontist can calculate the cost of your treatment.

Typically, these 3D-printed custom brackets will be in the price range of $6,500 and $9,500.

How the LightForce System Works

The revolutionary touch of the LightForce system lies in how well it implements computer technology to develop custom braces that best suit each patient’s anatomy. It’s a modern solution that helps provide advanced personalized orthodontic care with the guarantee of optimized results.

Here is an overview of how our LightForce orthodontic program in Barrhaven, Ottawa, works:

Initial Consultation

The first step for all our patients is a comprehensive consultation session with our orthodontist. During your session, we’ll carefully evaluate your dental needs to determine if Lightforce treatment is the best option for your case.

Digital Scan of Your Mouth & Teeth

If you are a suitable candidate for our LightForce orthodontic program, we’ll proceed to take a digital scan of your mouth and teeth. This marks the start of the less demanding orthodontic experience as part of Lightforce technology involves digital imaging, which is much faster and ensures there are no uncomfortable impressions or plastic molds to deal with.

LightForce Software creates a Custom Treatment Plan

Once the digital scans of your mouth and teeth are generated, our orthodontist will use the LightForce software to create a custom treatment plan for you. All this is done digitally, as the results are fed into the software, allowing us to develop a treatment plan that best suits your case. Ultimately, using this intuitive digital planning software allows for fast and accurate treatment planning, allowing us to achieve optimal results.

LightForce Custom Designs and Prints Your Braces

After the orthodontist customizes your treatment plan, the next step involves using these custom prescriptions to design and print your 3D braces. Since LightForce brackets are fully personalized, unlike traditional brackets, they will take shape according to each tooth and efficiently achieve the intended tooth movement. The 3D printing will further be used to generate custom indirect bonding trays and LightTrays for Turbos, which our orthodontist will use to optimize binding accuracy and precisely open your bite to the desired level.

Our Orthodontist Fits these Braces into Your Teeth

Once your LightForce 3D-printed braces are ready, we will fit them onto your teeth. If your treatment requires bite correction, your LightTrays for Turbos will also be placed as your braces are being fitted. This application will be speedy and very effective.

You Start the Journey to Having that Amazing Smile

After your LightForce clear braces are fitted, you can enjoy your journey to straighter teeth, corrected bite problems, and a beautiful smile. You’ll have follow-up visits to our orthodontic office, often every 2 to 4 months, for our orthodontist to monitor your progress and ensure your treatment plan is working as expected.

LightForce Braces vs. Other Orthodontic Options

While there are many benefits of LightForce custom brackets, it’s important to know how they compare to other options for correcting misaligned teeth and bite problems. Here is an overview of how this technology-driven solution compares to metal braces and Invisalign.

LightForce Braces vs. Metal Braces

LightForce braces and metal braces have a similar working mechanism as they use brackets/wires to move teeth over time. Nevertheless, there are significant differences between these orthodontic options. Here are the primary differences between these two:

  • LightForce braces are fully custom-made using digital scans

While metal braces are pre-built orthodontic products, LightForce clear braces are fully personalized based on digital models of your dental anatomy. This makes a huge difference, as each 3D-printed bracket achieves an unmatched level of precision and efficiency.

  • LightForce braces are more aesthetically pleasing

Metal braces are far from discreet, as the metallic brackets and wires will be visible. For most people, especially adults, who want a more professional look, this look might not suit their desired appearance. On the other hand, LightForce custom braces are a more discreet and aesthetically pleasing option as the braces are clear or light white in color, making them easily blend with your teeth.

  • LightForce braces are more comfortable and easier to maintain

The distinct customization of LightForce 3D printed braces enables them to perfectly fit each tooth without touching your gums, making them more comfortable than metal braces. These braces are also easier to maintain as they will not feel bulky in your mouth or make your oral care too challenging as they have smoother contours.

  • LightForce braces require fewer appointments and have a shorter treatment time

With LightForce orthodontics, you are guaranteed fewer appointments and faster treatment times as most of the processes, from digital scanning to customization of braces, are computer-aided. On the other hand, for metal braces, you’ll spend more time in the orthodontist’s chair and have more appointments as the braces must be constantly adjusted.

LightForce Braces vs. Invisalign

Invisalign orthodontic treatment uses clear aligners that are fabricated from a 3D impression of your teeth to correct misalignment. It suits patients who want a more discreet treatment solution than metal braces.

On a side-by-side comparison, both LightForce braces and Invisalign orthodontic treatment use advanced 3D imaging technology and offer the benefits of being more discreet than metal braces. However, beyond these similarities, the two treatment programs have some fundamental differences, and these are:

  • LightForce braces are fixed, while Invisalign aligners are removable

The clear Invisalign aligners are meant to be worn for 22 hours daily and removed when eating or brushing your teeth. On the contrary, LightForce clear braces are fitted and remain fixed for the entire treatment duration.

  • LightForce braces are suitable for more complex cases

LightForce brackets have a more advanced bio-mechanism as they provide desired root movement while also correcting vertical misalignments. This functionality gives it an edge over Invisalign aligners, especially for more complex teeth misalignment cases.

  • Invisalign aligners require strict usage compliance

Patients who opt for Invisalign aligners must adhere to the recommended usage, which involves not going more than 2 hours a day without wearing them. As a result, individuals with busy schedules or those who regularly forget to wear their aligners can significantly lengthen their treatment periods. On the other hand, if you opt for LightForce braces, you don’t have to worry about adhering to the expected usage, as they remain in place until they are removed, which makes treatment faster and more efficient.

LightForce 3D-Printed Braces FAQs

Are LightForce braces worth it?

Yes, LightForce braces are modern orthodontic solutions that leverage computer-aided technology and 3D printing to offer fully customized and faster treatment to patients with misaligned teeth and other orthodontic issues.

Are LightForce braces more expensive?

Lightforce braces are, on average, more expensive than traditional braces and cost as much as Invisalign aligners.

Do LightForce braces work much faster?

Yes. LightForce is designed to provide a better braces experience and work much faster than traditional orthodontic options.

How long do you have to wear LightForce braces?

You’ll wear LightForce braces for the entire duration of your treatment, based on your custom prescription, which can be as short as 6 months or as long as 24 months.

Do LightForce braces get tightened?

Yes, LightForce braces get tightened, but since they are customized to fit your teeth, these adjustments will be much fewer compared to traditional braces.

Are LightForce braces clear?

LightForce braces have a clear or cloudy-white color that makes them less noticeable.

Are LightForce braces the best?

LightForce braces are a step into the future of orthodontics as they utilize made-to-order brackets for precise tooth movement, making the correction of misaligned teeth much easier and faster.

Do LightForce braces stain?

While LightForce clear braces are designed to be stain-resistant, they can become discolored over time if you don’t brush and floss your teeth regularly.

How are LightForce braces put on?

LightForce braces are put on through an indirect bonding process. First, the 3D-printed braces are placed in a model of your teeth before the trays are fitted, sealed, and cured. Finally, these braces are bonded to your teeth, and often, the entire set of upper and lower braces will be fitted in less than an hour.

Are LightForce braces ceramic?

Yes, LightForce braces are ceramic polycrystalline alumina, which is very durable.

Why do my LightForce braces brackets keep coming off?

LightForce braces are not meant to come off easily; if they do, it signifies an underlying problem. Common issues include bad eating habits, poor bonding, poor oral hygiene, and trauma to the mouth.

What are the cons of LightForce braces?

LightForce braces have some potential cons, such as;

  • They can cause some irritation to your cheeks and lip
  • They tend to make brushing and flossing more demanding
  • They come with dietary restrictions, as sticky foods and gums can damage them

Are LightForce braces painful?

No, as the most advanced braces in the orthodontic industry, LightForce braces are designed to feel comfortable as they conform to your dental structure and the shape of each individual tooth.