Fixed Braces

Traditional Metal Braces

Economical, Dependable, Fashionable.

A detailed orthodontic assessment of your facial structure, your teeth, your bite and your smile is done. X-rays, photos and models of your teeth are taken too.
With this information, we come up with a personalised treatment plan that addresses all your concerns and is most suitable for your condition.
At Tanglin Dental, we advocate a non-extraction approach, where possible.

Cost of Conventional Metal Braces: $3400 (Before 9% GST)

  • Excludes the costs of the initial consultation, orthodontic assessment, x-rays, and study models.
  • Includes 1 set of In-House Retainers at end of treatment
  • Certain conditions require additional procedures and therefore, additional costs may be incurred.
  • You will be informed of any additional costs prior to starting treatment.
  • Average treatment time is 12-24 months.

DAMON Metal Braces

The conventional braces are improved with brand new technology that allows your teeth to straighten comfortably and efficiently. Gone are the coloured elastics and metal ties. Now Damon is simpler, stylish and easier to clean and manage. The lack of tightening makes the experience comfortable and requires less visits to the dentist.

Cost of Damon Metal $4500 (before 9% GST)

  • Excludes initial consultation, orthodontic assessment, x-rays, and study models.
  • Includes 1 set of In-House Retainers at end of treatment
  • Certain conditions require additional procedures and therefore, additional costs may be incurred.
  • You will be informed of any additional costs prior to starting treatment.
  • Average treatment time is 12-24 months.
  • Kindly note specialist costs differ.

DAMON Clear Braces

A clear and less noticable version of the conventional braces. DAMON uses cutting edge technology to straighten your teeth comfortably and efficiently. Experience a shorter treatment time, faster tooth movement, comfortable treatment, and fewer trips to the dentist.

Cost of Damon Clear $4900 (before 9% GST)

  • Excludes initial consultation, orthodontic assessment, x-rays, and study models
  • Includes 1 set of In-House Retainers at end of treatment
  • Certain conditions require additional procedures and therefore, additional costs may be incurred.
  • You will be informed of any additional costs prior to starting treatment.
  • Average treatment time is 12-24 months.
  • Kindly note specialist costs differ.

Lingual Braces 

These are braces placed behind the teeth so they are less visible. They work in a similar way to conventional metal braces.
In the 1980’s Dr Kenneth Lew was fortunate to be the first dentist and specialist orthodontist in Singapore to be trained under the famous Dr Takemoto and American orthodontists in the LINGUAL TASK FORCE GROUP (Ormco). This lingual system was used to treat our patients such as models and actresses before the clear, removable Invisalign system was invented around 2005.

Ceramic Braces

Ceramic braces, also known as clear braces, is an aesthetic fixed appliance option to straighten teeth. They consist of clear or tooth-colored ceramic brackets attached to the surface of your teeth with transparent rubber bands, which provides more discretion.

FAQs

All you need to know about braces

  • Braces can improve alignment of teeth, ‘overbite’ or ‘underbite’, rotations of teeth, closure of gaps and protrusive side profiles. Braces does not change the shape of your jaw but can improve facial profile by shifting teeth in relationship to the lips and mouth.

  • In general, there would be some tightness for the first few days after having it placed on. However just like walking in a new shoe, the tightness goes away after the first few days.

    We also provide comfort wax to block any poking bits of wire and a special toothbrush to keep your braces clean!

  • Generally once a month!

  • Patients generally find food (especially sticky and crunchy food) getting trapped easier within the brackets and wires.

    Your dentist will explain and demonstrate to you on how to maintain good oral hygiene with your tooth brushing when you get your braces placed on!

  • Different types of braces are better for different teeth movements. During your braces consultation after a thorough check up and assessment, our experienced dentists will advise you what is recommended for your teeth!

  • It usually ranges from 12 months to 24 months.

    In certain cases if it does require more time, your dentist will provide an estimate based on your case.

  • First visit: Consultation and assessment with our dentist to do a full check up and recommend what type of braces works best.

    Second visit: Go through treatment plan customised to your teeth, bond on upper and lower braces.

    Third visit onwards: Monthly visit for braces adjustment.

    End of treatment: Remove braces and check teeth positions all okay, then make retainers that must be collected within 24 hours of removal of braces.

  • Generally when all your adult teeth are erupted ( usually happens at around 12- 13 years of age), you can start doing braces!

    However, we sometimes do early orthodontic treatment (between the age of 6-8 years old) if there is a need for it. This will be decided by your dentist on a case-by-case assessment.

  • There are certain mouthguard designed to be worn over the braces to protect your teeth and braces!

  • Yes you do!

    You will need to wear your retainers regularly (usually every night) if you do not want your teeth to shift back!

Love your smile.