Braces are a common and well established orthodontic appliance to straighten crooked teeth and correct bite discrepancies. Orthodontic braces can be for cosmetic purposes only, such as improving a smile, or a combination of cosmetic and functional correction, such as aligning teeth and correcting an increased overjet, a deep bite, or a crossbite.

Braces consist of small brackets bonded to each tooth. Running through the brackets is an arch wire which comes in different thicknesses, materials and shapes, and it gradually straightens the teeth over the course of time.

Orthodontics Perth provides a range of high-quality braces, white ceramic and traditional metal braces; braces can be combined with a variety of appliances (expander, bite jumper...) to correct more severe discrepancies.

Some general information can be found at Orthodontics Australia.