The Six Month Smiles technique was developed for adults who want an easy, affordable, and effective alternative to traditional orthodontics.

The technique can even be used to enhance the smile and eliminate the need for porcelain veneers.

And remarkable results can be obtained in as little as 6 months!

Above is an example of a patient wearing the 6 Month Smiles brackets and wires

Think about it, in the time it takes between your regular cleaning appointments, your treatment could be completed. In just 6 months, you won't have to be embarrassed about your smile anymore!

If you prefer the service of an office geared to Adult Orthodontic Treatment, offering a private atmosphere, we know you'll feel right at home with us. And, you won't have to sit next to a bunch of kids playing video games.

A: The simple answer is yes.

It typically takes between 4 and 9 months to complete the 6 Month Smile technique because we are only moving the teeth that show in your smile. Teeth are moved at the same safe pace as standard orthodontics but with 6 Month Braces we intend to straighten only the teeth in the cosmetic zone. This approach may not address bite discrepancies that most adults do not wish to treat because of the extended length of time it takes to correct. It is important to note that 6 Month Smiles adult braces are not intended to be a substitute for comprehensive orthodontic treatment.

A: "Invisible plastic braces" uses a series of hard plastic trays to move the teeth. 6 Month Braces uses nearly invisible brackets and wires. So, while 6 Month Braces are a bit more visible, they work faster and can be used to treat a wider range of tooth position problems. Also, 6 Month Braces don't require you to keep track of your trays while constantly putting them in and out for eating and cleaning. 6 Month Braces are on "autopilot". All you have to do is see Dr. Traub once a month for about 6 months.

A: 6 Month Braces are virtually invisible. The photo of the young lady on the top of this page is wearing upper and lower 6 Month Braces. The brackets are tooth-colored and even the wires are white!

A: No. The 6 Month Smiles technique uses light force to move the teeth gently and comfortably. Like with traditional dental braces, some patients may experience some temporary discomfort. For those occasions, over-the-counter pain relievers work well. However, most patients tell us they just feel a "tightness".

A: The 6 Month Smiles technique uses light force with short treatment duration to safely move the teeth. There is no evidence that root damage or "resorption" is any more likely than with traditional braces, which is very rare.

A: 6 Month Braces may be a bit less expensive than traditional braces.

A: Yes! We work with CareCredit where you can finance the cost of your treatment. We also offer plans where you can pay us over the estimated time it takes to complete the treatment.

A: Yes, as with any orthodontic procedure a retainer is necessary. This is especially true for adult orthodontic treatment. For convenience, we recommend a permanent, bonded retainer be used. This way you don't even have to think about it, and nobody can see it.

A: Dr. Traub does quite a few cases of veneers every year. And, while veneers can provide amazing results, 6 Month Braces offer a more conservative and far less expensive solution to a crooked smile. Veneers are a wonderful way to improve the shape and color of teeth and continue to be an excellent choice for some cases. However, 6 Month Braces, along with tooth whitening, provide beautiful results without having to make irreversible changes to your natural teeth.