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Orthodontics

Hybrid Orthodontics in Melrose Park

Combining the best of braces and aligners for efficient, comfortable orthodontic treatment.

Who it suits

Is hybrid orthodontics right for you?

Hybrid treatment is recommended for patients with moderate to complex crowding, bite corrections, or significant rotations. Cases where aligners alone may not achieve a reliable result but full fixed braces for the entire treatment feels excessive.

Complex crowding

Significant rotations or overlaps that aligners struggle to reliably correct, handled efficiently by Damon braces in the first phase.

Bite corrections

Class I, II or III bite discrepancies requiring precise torque control, best addressed with fixed mechanics, then finished discreetly with aligners.

Want a discreet finish

You don't want to wear braces for your entire treatment. Hybrid lets you finish the final detailing phase in clear aligners. Nobody needs to know.

What to expect

What to expect with hybrid orthodontics

We start with a consult and full records so we can plan a treatment that combines the best of aligners and braces for your case. We explain why a hybrid approach suits you.

Treatment moves through clear stages, and we see you for short reviews to keep everything on track and comfortable.

Once your teeth are in their final position, we provide retainers to hold the result, with the plan and costs set out upfront.

Is hybrid treatment right for your case?

We'll recommend the best approach (aligners, braces, or hybrid) based on your specific case.

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Hybrid orthodontics FAQs

What exactly is hybrid orthodontics?

A staged approach combining the strengths of both systems. Damon braces handle the complex first phase, then clear aligners finish the case discreetly.

Who is hybrid treatment best suited for?

Moderate to complex crowding, bite corrections, and significant rotations where aligners alone may not reliably achieve the result.

How much does hybrid treatment cost?

Quoted at consultation based on case complexity. We provide a full written quote before you commit to anything.

How long does hybrid treatment take?

Typically 18-30 months across both phases combined, depending on the complexity of your case.

Do I wear braces the whole time?

No. The braces phase typically lasts 12-18 months, followed by a shorter clear aligner finishing phase.