Jason
A. Messingham, DDS, MS Orthodontist
7523 West 80th Ave
Arvada, CO 80003
phone: 303-456-5339
fax: 303-456-5843
Stainless Steel Appliances
These are traditional type braces (much
smaller than in the past), silver in color, made from surgical
stainless steel. Many patients choose colored elastic ties
to customize their appearance. The colors can be changed
at each adjustment visit.
Ceramic Appliances
For those not interested in traditional stainless steel,
we also offer ceramic braces. They are made from porcelain
(ceramic), are clear in color and do not stain. There is
an additional charge for choosing ceramic braces.
Invisalign®
These appliances consist of removable clear plastic aligners.
They are custom made and designed for specific tooth movement.
They are the ultimate in “Invisable” tooth movement. There
are a variety of malocclusions which can be treated with
these appliances. Appointments are made every 6 weeks, with
the patient changing the aligners every two to three weeks
depending upon which appliance they have. The typical case
finishes with ceramic braces for final detailing, but up
to 90% of the tooth movement can be accomplished with the
aligners. All permanent teeth must be present in order for
the case to be accepted.
