Braces in Lewisville, TX

What Are Braces?

Braces in Lewisville straighten teeth using three working parts: brackets bonded to each tooth, an archwire that guides movement, and elastics or ties that hold everything in place. Together they apply steady, gentle pressure that shifts teeth and reshapes the supporting bone until your bite lines up correctly. Crafting confidence starts with that simple mechanical idea, applied patiently over months rather than all at once.

At Razz Orthodontics, Dr. Razz treats children, teens, and adults with several bracket options, including Damon Ultima brackets, clear ceramic brackets, and self-ligating designs that use a sliding door mechanism instead of tiny rubber ties. That sliding door reduces friction, which often means fewer visits and faster movement than cheaper brackets allow.

Braces correct a long list of concerns:

• Crowding and overlapping teeth
• Gaps and spacing
• Overbite and underbite
• Crossbite
• Open bite
• Rotated or tipped teeth

Most patients wear Ultima braces for 12 to 24 months, though simple cases finish sooner and complex bites take longer. Dr. Razz gives you a realistic timeline at your free consult, before anything gets bonded.

Here’s something a lot of adults don’t realize: there’s no upper age limit on orthodontics. Teeth respond to pressure at 45 the same way they do at 14. Bone remodeling takes a bit more time in adults, and healthy gums matter more, but the biology still works. A growing share of orthodontic patients nationwide are adults, according to the American Association of Orthodontists, and that shift shows up in our chairs with Lewisville families week after week.

Benefits of Braces for Lewisville Patients

Braces are still the most precise tool in orthodontics, which is exactly why Dr. Razz recommends them for so many Lewisville families. Six reasons they hold up so well:

• Predictable control over difficult cases. Severe rotations, deep bites, and teeth that need to move in more than one direction respond beautifully to fixed brackets and wires. Dr. Razz can adjust force on individual teeth with a precision that removable options can’t quite match.
• They work 24/7, no willpower required. Nothing to take out, forget in a lunchbox, or leave at a friend’s house. For younger kids and busy teens juggling school, sports, and everything else, this alone often makes the decision.
• Easier cleaning and healthier gums. Straight teeth are simpler to keep clean, and easier cleaning generally means less plaque left sitting between teeth, which is where cavities and gum inflammation typically begin. Once crowding clears, floss actually reaches where it needs to go, and brushing finally covers the back corners properly.
• Better chewing and clearer speech. A properly aligned bite spreads chewing forces more evenly, which can help reduce jaw discomfort, uneven wear, and speech issues while creating a natural, confident smile.
• Less enamel wear over the decades. When teeth meet evenly, they typically stop grinding down the way misaligned teeth tend to. Your enamel doesn’t regenerate, so protecting it matters.
• Confidence that sticks around. Every patient finishes with complimentary teeth whitening and enrollment in our lifetime confidence program, so your razz smile stays protected long after the brackets come off.

A broad, wide smile gives you a youthful and balanced appearance while providing proper facial support. That’s part of what Dr. Razz is designing for, not just straight front teeth.

The Braces Process: What to Expect Step by Step

Getting braces at Razz Orthodontics takes five steps. It starts with a free consult that includes digital X-rays and a 3D scan. Next, you review your customized plan and the full cost. Then comes bonding day, a visit of roughly 60 to 90 minutes. After that, you return every 6 to 8 weeks for adjustments. Treatment wraps up with debonding and retainers.

Step 1: Your Free Consult

No cost, no obligation. Dr. Razz takes digital X-rays, clinical photos, and a 3D scan using our Trios Scanner instead of the old goopy impression trays. He examines your bite, your jaw growth, and your gum health, then explains what he’s seeing in plain language.

Step 2: Reviewing Your Customized Plan

You’ll see the timeline, the bracket system Dr. Razz recommends, and the full cost broken down before you commit to anything. Our team walks you through monthly payment options and files your insurance for you. Use the online payment calculator ahead of time if you like knowing numbers early.

Step 3: Bonding Day

This is the visit where braces actually go on, and it’s easier than most patients expect. Dr. Razz cleans and preps each tooth, bonds the brackets with dental adhesive, then threads the first archwire. Nothing is drilled and no shots are needed. Plan on 60 to 90 minutes, and bring headphones.

Teeth typically feel tender for a few days as they start moving. Soft foods and over-the-counter relief handle it well.

Step 4: Adjustment Visits

Every 6 to 8 weeks, you’ll come in so Dr. Razz can change wires, add elastics, or make small refinements. These visits are short. Because Ultima braces are self-ligating and reduce friction, they often need fewer adjustments overall than cheaper brackets.

Step 5: Debonding and Retainers

The best visit of them all. Dr. Razz removes each bracket, polishes away the adhesive, and takes a final scan for your retainers. Many patients also choose finishing touches like tooth reshaping or laser gum contouring at this stage to take results from good to truly exceptional. Then your complimentary teeth whitening.

Are You a Candidate for Braces?

Most patients with crowding, spacing, or bite issues are candidates for braces. Children as young as 7, teens with most permanent teeth in place, and adults of any age all qualify. The main requirement is healthy teeth and gums. Active decay or gum inflammation gets treated by your dentist first, then treatment begins.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends every child have a first orthodontic check by age 7. Not because most 7-year-olds need braces, but because that’s when Board-Certified Orthodontist Dr. Razz can spot crossbites, severe crowding, or jaw growth patterns early enough to guide them.

Braces vs. Spark Clear Aligners

Dr. Razz doesn’t push one option. He looks at your bite, your daily routine, and your goals, then tells you honestly what will produce the best result.

Two-Phase Treatment

Two-phase treatment suits growing children with developing jaw concerns. Phase 1 around ages 7 to 9 addresses skeletal issues while the jaw is still flexible, then Phase 2 aligns the full permanent set later.

Surgical Orthodontics

Surgical orthodontics comes into play for severe skeletal discrepancies where the upper and lower jaws don’t match in size or position. Dr. Razz coordinates with an oral surgeon in these cases.

Why Lewisville Families Choose Razz Orthodontics

Razz Orthodontics is family-owned and orthodontist-owned, which means Dr. Razz is the one planning your treatment and the one adjusting your wires. Our practice sits in neighboring Flower Mound, a short drive from anywhere in Lewisville, and Lewisville families make up a large share of the patients we see each week. He’s a Board-Certified Orthodontist through the American Board of Orthodontics and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, with years of specialty experience behind every customized plan he writes. We do orthodontics only, all day, every day.

What Lewisville families tell us matters most:

• Free consults, always. You’ll know your options, timeline, and cost before spending a dollar.
• Honest, flexible payments. Monthly plans built around real budgets, plus an online calculator so you can run numbers at home. Insurance filed on your behalf, and FSA/HSA funds welcome.
• A full service menu under one roof. Ultima braces, Spark clear aligners, two-phase treatment, laser gum sculpting, and tooth reshaping.
• Results you can actually see. Our before-and-after gallery uses real patient photos labeled ‘Actual Patient Treated by Dr. Razz,’ with photography credited as ‘Not Stock Photography,’ never stock images pulled off the internet.
• The razz 5-star experience. A 5.0 Google rating based on 168 reviews from families across Lewisville and the surrounding communities we serve.
• The lifetime confidence program. Retainers wear out, get lost, and occasionally get eaten by the family dog. Our program keeps replacements affordable at $45 each so your results stay protected for good.

I opened Razz Orthodontics to build a practice where we honor the hearts of the people sitting in our chairs, not just their smiles. That’s still the standard.

Frequently Asked Questions About Braces in Lewisville

How much do braces cost in Lewisville, TX?

Cost depends on how complex your case is and how long treatment takes, so there’s no single number that fits everyone. Dr. Razz gives you exact pricing at your free consult, with no estimates that change later. Razz Orthodontics offers monthly payment plans designed to fit most budgets, and our online payment calculator lets you see what monthly numbers look like before you ever come in.

How long do braces take?

Most patients finish in 12 to 24 months. Mild crowding or spacing can wrap up faster, while significant bite correction or jaw discrepancies take longer. Things that shorten treatment: wearing elastics exactly as directed, keeping your visits, and avoiding broken brackets. Self-ligating Ultima braces also help by reducing friction, which means fewer visits and shorter treatment time.

Do braces hurt?

You’ll feel tenderness rather than anything sharp. Teeth are usually sore for three to five days after bonding and for a day or two after adjustments, which is simply the feeling of teeth starting to move. Soft foods, cold drinks, and over-the-counter relief handle it well. Most patients are surprised by how manageable it is, and by day five they’ve forgotten the brackets are there.

What foods should I avoid with braces?

Skip anything hard, sticky, or extremely chewy, since those are what break brackets and stretch out treatment. Avoid ice, nuts, hard candy, popcorn kernels, caramel, taffy, gum, and bagels or crusty bread. Cut apples and carrots into pieces rather than biting straight in. Corn goes off the cob and onto the plate. Everything else is fair game.

Does insurance cover braces?

Many dental plans include an orthodontic benefit, often a lifetime maximum that applies once per patient rather than annually. Coverage varies widely between plans, so our team verifies your benefits and files claims on your behalf before treatment starts. FSA and HSA dollars can also go toward braces, which stretches your budget further.

Can adults get braces?

Absolutely, and adults make up a growing share of orthodontic patients nationwide. Healthy teeth move at any age, so the biology doesn’t change after 30 or 50. Dr. Razz pays extra attention to gum health and existing crowns or bridges when planning adult cases. If visibility is your concern, clear ceramic brackets and Spark clear aligners are both worth asking about.

Schedule Your Free Braces Consultation in Lewisville

Ready to razz up your smile? Request your free consult and Dr. Razz will handle the rest.

Getting started takes three steps: request your visit, choose the payment plan that works for you, then sit back and relax. At that first visit you’ll get digital X-rays, a 3D scan, a full exam with Dr. Razz, your customized plan, and exact pricing. No obligation and no pressure to decide on the spot.

We often have same-week openings, and scheduling is simple by phone, text, or online.

Razz Orthodontics
Located in Flower Mound, serving Lewisville and surrounding communities
Call or text: (972) 787-7299
Request your free consult: flowermoundbraces.com/lp/free-consult/

Crafting confidence in every smile, one Lewisville family at a time.