What Are Braces?
Braces are fixed orthodontic appliances that use brackets, wires, and gentle, steady pressure to move teeth into better positions and correct how the upper and lower jaws fit together. At Shannon Orthodontics, patients from Celebration, FL are treated at our Kissimmee office on Parkway Boulevard, about two miles from Celebration Town Center.
Braces correct crowding, gaps, overbites, underbites, crossbites, and rotated teeth. They work for kids, teens, and adults, and they remain the most versatile tool in orthodontics — especially for bite problems that clear aligners alone cannot fully resolve. Our orthodontists will tell you plainly which appliance suits your case after examining your teeth and reviewing digital images.
Types of Braces We Offer Celebration Patients
Not every set of braces looks the same. We offer several options so patients can balance appearance, comfort, and budget:
- Metal Braces: Durable stainless steel brackets, the most common and most cost-effective option for kids and teens.
- Mini Metal Braces: Smaller brackets for a lower profile and easier cleaning.
- Clear Ceramic Braces: Tooth-colored brackets that blend in — popular with adults and older teens who want something subtler.
- Gold Braces: The same reliable mechanics with a distinctive gold finish.
- WildSmiles Braces: Fun bracket shapes such as stars, hearts, and footballs that let younger patients enjoy their treatment.
If you would rather avoid brackets altogether, compare your options with Invisalign in Celebration, FL.
Benefits of Braces
Straightening teeth is about far more than appearance. A properly aligned bite is easier to keep clean and puts less strain on teeth and jaw joints.
- Easier hygiene: Straight teeth are simpler to brush and floss, which lowers the risk of decay and gum problems.
- Better bite function: Correcting how teeth meet can reduce uneven wear and improve chewing.
- Works for complex cases: Braces handle significant crowding and rotation that aligners may not.
- No compliance worries: Because braces are fixed, treatment progresses without depending on wear time.
- Lasting confidence: Most patients tell us the finished smile changes how they carry themselves in photos, interviews, and classrooms.
How Does the Braces Treatment Process Work at Shannon Orthodontics?
Step 1: Complimentary Consultation and Digital Imaging
Your first visit is free for new patients. We take digital images, review your dental history, and discuss what bothers you about your smile. Celebration patients often combine this visit with errands along US-192, since our office is only a few minutes away.
Step 2: Custom Treatment Plan
Our orthodontists build a plan around your bite, age, and goals, then walk you through appliance choices, an estimated timeline, and the full financial picture — insurance benefits, monthly payment options, and what is included. Try our payment calculator to estimate monthly costs before you come in.
Step 3: Bonding the Brackets
Placing braces takes about an hour and is not painful. We clean and prepare each tooth, bond the brackets, and connect the archwire. You will leave with care instructions, a list of foods to avoid, and everything you need for the first few weeks.
Step 4: Routine Adjustments
You will visit us every four to eight weeks so we can adjust wires and check progress. Appointments are short, and we schedule around school and work hours whenever possible.
Step 5: Braces Removal and Retainer Fitting
When your teeth reach their final positions, we remove the brackets, polish the enamel, and fit a retainer. Wearing your retainer as directed is what protects the result long term.
Are You a Candidate for Braces?
Most people are. Braces are appropriate for children in mixed dentition, teens with fully erupted permanent teeth, and adults at almost any age, provided the gums and supporting bone are healthy.
Signs it is worth having a Celebration-area orthodontist take a look:
- Crowded, overlapping, or rotated teeth
- Noticeable gaps between teeth
- An overbite, underbite, or crossbite
- Jaw clicking, discomfort, or difficulty chewing
- Baby teeth lost unusually early or late
- Teeth that wear unevenly
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation by age 7. Early visits do not always lead to early treatment — sometimes we simply monitor growth and start at the ideal moment, which is exactly what two-phase treatment is designed to do.
Why Choose Shannon Orthodontics for Braces Near Celebration
- Close to home: Our Kissimmee office is roughly a five to ten minute drive from most Celebration addresses — a real advantage over a treatment plan that means 18 months of long drives.
- Experienced specialists: Dr. Chris Shannon, DMD, MS, and Dr. Tyrel Larsen, DDS, MS, lead our team. Dr. Larsen is board certified, and our doctors belong to the AAO, ADA, FDA, and SAO. Meet our doctors.
- Every braces option under one roof: Metal, mini metal, ceramic, gold, and WildSmiles.
- Transparent costs: Clear estimates, insurance coordination, and flexible in-house payment plans.
- Bilingual, family-friendly team: Hablamos español, and we group sibling appointments when we can.
Read what neighbors say on our patient reviews page, or see finished cases in our smile gallery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Braces in Celebration
How much do braces cost near Celebration, FL?
Cost depends on case complexity, the type of braces you choose, and how long treatment takes. Many dental plans include an orthodontic benefit, and we offer flexible monthly payment plans. You will receive an exact figure at your complimentary exam — no surprises later.
How long do braces take to work?
Most patients wear braces between 12 and 24 months. Mild crowding can finish faster; significant bite correction or jaw growth guidance can take longer. Keeping adjustment appointments and following instructions on elastics and food restrictions is the biggest factor you control.
Do braces hurt?
Placing braces does not hurt. Teeth usually feel tender for two to four days afterward and briefly after adjustments. Soft foods and over-the-counter pain relief handle it for nearly everyone, and the soreness fades as teeth adjust.
Braces or Invisalign — which is better for me?
Braces are usually the stronger choice for complex bite correction and for younger patients still growing. Invisalign suits disciplined teens and adults who want a nearly invisible, removable option. Our orthodontists will give you a straight recommendation for your specific case.
Do you treat teens from Celebration High School?
Yes. Many of our teen patients come from Celebration K-8 School and Celebration High School, and we schedule around the school day where possible so students miss as little class as we can manage.
What happens if a bracket breaks?
Call us at 863-353-6867 right away. Broken brackets and poking wires are common and easy to fix, and we make every effort to see active patients quickly through our emergency orthodontic services so your timeline does not slip.
Schedule Your Braces Consultation Near Celebration
If you are considering braces for yourself or your child, the next step is simple. Request your complimentary new patient exam online or call 863-353-6867, and we will show you exactly what treatment would involve.
Shannon Orthodontics treats patients from Celebration, Kissimmee, Campbell, Poinciana, Lake Buena Vista, and the surrounding Osceola County communities, with a second office in Davenport. We love making you smile — and we would be glad to make yours.