Custom Braces
Custom Braces Built With 3D Precision
Fewer Visits & Efficient Treatment with Dr. Richter
You want straighter teeth and a healthier bite, but you probably don’t want orthodontic treatment taking over your schedule.
Custom braces give Dr. Richter more control over how your treatment is planned from the start. Using digital scans, customized bracket placement, and The Richter Method, we plan how your teeth need to move based on your smile and bite.
For patients in Greeley, CO, that means orthodontic treatment designed to keep progress moving while reducing unnecessary adjustments along the way.
What Makes Custom Braces Different?
Dr. Richter uses a 3D scan of your teeth and bite to digitally plan your treatment. Your custom brackets are then positioned using a 3D-printed tray designed for your teeth. This helps us plan tooth movement from the beginning instead of relying on more corrections later.
Keep Your Treatment Moving
Your braces are planned around where your teeth are now and where they need to go.
Precise bracket placement can help reduce delays and unnecessary adjustments during treatment.
Spend Less Time at Appointments
You’ll still need orthodontic check-ins, but braces shouldn’t take over your calendar. Digital planning helps Dr. Richter keep appointments focused so you can get back to work, school, family, and everything else.
Improve More Than Straight Teeth
Braces are not only about how your smile looks. Your bite matters, too.Dr. Richter plans how your upper and lower teeth come together so treatment can improve both alignment and function.
Who Is a Candidate for Braces?
Braces aren’t just for kids and teenagers at Richter Orthodontics. Adults can benefit from orthodontic treatment, too.
You may be a candidate for custom braces if you have:
- Crowded or overlapping teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Crooked or rotated teeth
- An overbite, underbite, or crossbite
- Teeth that shifted after previous orthodontic treatment
- Alignment concerns you never treated when you were younger
There isn’t a point when you simply become “too old” for braces. What matters more is the health of your teeth, gums, and supporting bone. Dr. Richter will evaluate your smile and bite to determine whether braces are right for you.
63 and Never Too Old: Neil’s Richter Orthodontics Story:
Am I Too Old for Braces?
Neil’s experience is a reminder that orthodontic treatment isn’t only for teenagers. If your teeth and gums are healthy enough for treatment, braces may still be an option.
How Do Custom Braces Work?
We Scan and Plan Your Smile
We start with a 3D scan of your teeth and bite, so there are no messy impressions. Dr. Richter uses the scan to plan your tooth movement and determine where each bracket should be positioned.
Your Braces Are Placed
About two weeks later, your braces are ready to be placed. We use a 3D-printed tray to position the brackets according to your digital treatment plan.
Dr. Richter Tracks Your Progress
You’ll return for regular check-ins throughout treatment. With The Richter Method, visits focus on monitoring your progress and making the adjustments needed to keep your teeth moving.
Your Braces Come Off
Once your teeth and bite reach their planned positions, your braces are removed. We’ll also help you protect your results so your teeth stay where we worked to put them.
Taking Care of Your Custom Braces
A few good habits can help keep treatment on track.
- Brush carefully around your brackets and gumline.
- Clean between your teeth every day.
- Avoid hard or sticky foods that could damage a bracket or wire.
If something breaks or feels wrong, let our team know. Addressing small problems early can help prevent unnecessary delays.
Choose Dr. Richter for Your Custom Braces
Your braces are only one part of treatment. The planning behind them matters just as much.
Dr. Richter uses The Richter Method to plan orthodontic treatment around your teeth, bite, and goals. With digital scanning and customized bracket placement, he can map your treatment before your braces are even placed.
For patients looking for custom braces in Greeley, CO, we strive to make each appointment count and keep treatment moving.
Ready to Find Out if Braces Are Right for You?
You don’t need to know which type of orthodontic treatment you need before your first visit.
Start with your consultation at Richter Orthodontics. Dr. Richter and our team can evaluate your teeth and bite, explain whether custom braces are a good fit, and show you what treatment could look like.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are custom braces different from traditional braces?
Can adults get braces?
Am I too old for braces?
What problems can braces fix?
Braces can help treat:
- Crooked teeth
- Crowding
- Gaps
- Rotated teeth
- Overbites
- Underbites
- Crossbites
Dr. Richter will evaluate your bite to determine what treatment can address.
Do custom braces require impressions?
No. Dr. Richter uses a 3D digital scan instead of traditional goopy impressions.
How long does it take to get custom braces?
Your braces are typically placed about two weeks after your initial appointment. Your full treatment timeline will depend on your teeth, bite, and orthodontic needs.
Can custom braces make treatment faster?
Custom braces are designed to make bracket placement and tooth movement more precise from the start. This may help reduce unnecessary adjustments and treatment delays. Your actual treatment time will depend on your case and how your teeth respond.
Will I need fewer appointments?
Digital planning and customized bracket placement may reduce the need for unnecessary repositioning and adjustments. You will still need regular appointments so Dr. Richter can monitor your progress.
What should I do if a bracket or wire breaks?
Contact Richter Orthodontics if you notice a broken bracket, loose wire, or another problem with your braces. Our team can tell you what to do at home and whether you need to come in sooner.