The most common type of braces that you might have seen is traditional braces. They are made of a metallic material. There are several types of traditional braces in Charlotte. Some of the traditional braces come with colored ties that hold the wire in place. These ties can be changed at your visit to our office. An alternative to traditional braces is clear braces. Clear braces provide an aesthetic solution by blending beautifully with your teeth to allow you a confident smile.

Invisalign is a modern treatment option in which clear aligners are used. Instead of wearing braces, you wear custom-made clear trays that adjust the position of your teeth gradually. These trays are removable and fit comfortably in the mouth. This is the optimal solution for patients that want a subtle and discreet solution to improve their smile without any visible braces. Drs. Lockhart also provide invisalign for teenagers in Charlotte. Both of the doctors are certified invisalign providers, so rest assured that you will be getting the best treatment.

Dualine is are the latest and most innovative aesthetic option for clear aligner treatment. Dualine allows patients to obtain straight teeth without the appearance of braces. This system is directly designed by Drs. Lockhart from start to finish. This way you can get a fully customized product that best suits you. By using dualine, we are able to guide your tooth movement at every step of the process. Your aligners will be fabricated in the office, allowing for a quick and efficient treatment. The first step is the intraoral scan of your teeth which will allow the doctors to adjust the positioning of your teeth virtually. After the virtual setup, 3D models of your teeth will be printed for the fabrication of the clear aligners that will guide the movement of your teeth. With such precise technology, you will get incredible results in a short time. Please watch the video for more information about this system.