Most families in Wichita pay for braces with a down payment plus low monthly payments spread across treatment, using dental insurance and any HSA or FSA dollars on top. You can see real monthly numbers for your case before you ever come in. Cost is the first question almost everyone wants to ask and the […]
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Yes — anyone playing a contact sport in braces needs a mouthguard, and it should be one made to fit over brackets. A standard boil-and-bite guard is molded to bare teeth, so it fits poorly over braces and can even pull brackets loose. Between football, wrestling, basketball and soccer seasons across the Wichita area, this
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Clear braces use ceramic brackets that blend with your enamel instead of showing as silver. They move teeth exactly the way metal braces do and handle the same range of cases — they are just less visible, easier to chip, and a little more expensive. Patients ask about them constantly at our Wichita, Goddard and
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Traditional metal braces typically cost between $3,000 and $7,000, making them the most affordable option for orthodontic care. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, your exact cost depends on case complexity, treatment length, geographic location, and insurance coverage. At Hansen Orthodontics, affordable monthly payments break this down to manageable amounts for families across Wichita
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What Are the Benefits of Invisalign Compared to Traditional Braces? The main benefits of Invisalign compared to traditional braces include a nearly invisible appearance, no food restrictions, easier oral hygiene, and greater comfort during treatment. Both straighten teeth well, but they work in different ways and offer distinct advantages. The best choice depends on your
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Adult Orthodontics: It’s Never Too Late to Straighten Your Smile If you’ve been wondering whether you missed your chance for a straighter smile, here’s the truth: it’s almost never too late to get braces as an adult. Healthy teeth can be moved at any age, and the biological process that shifts teeth into alignment works
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Start Your Smile Journey from the Comfort of Home In today’s fast-paced world, convenience matters. Whether you’re balancing work, school, or family schedules, finding time to visit the orthodontist can be a challenge. That’s why more patients than ever are choosing to begin their orthodontic journey with a virtual consultation. At Hansen Orthodontics, we’re proud
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Straight Teeth Do More Than Just Look Good Most people think of orthodontic treatment as a way to achieve a straighter smile and boost self-confidence. And while that’s certainly true, there’s more to it than just aesthetics. Properly aligned teeth can also improve your overall oral function—and that includes something you might not immediately think
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It’s Never Too Late to Invest in Your Smile Orthodontic treatment isn’t just for kids and teens. More adults than ever are choosing to straighten their teeth—whether for cosmetic reasons, improved oral health, or to correct issues that were never treated earlier in life. Still, many adults hesitate to get started due to concerns about
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