The Practice for Braces in Baltimore, MD
Our mission is to transform smiles and boost confidence, one beautiful smile at a time. With over 30 years of experience serving Baltimore, MD, and surrounding areas, Dr. Stanley Markovitz and our team provide braces treatments that blend expertise, compassionate care, and the latest orthodontic technology.
Whether it’s for your teen or yourself, we understand the importance of a healthy, confident smile and strive to make the journey toward it as enjoyable and stress-free as possible. Let us show you why Markovitz Orthodontics is the top choice for braces in Baltimore, MD—where beautiful smiles begin and thrive.
Understanding Braces and Their Functionality
Braces are your passport to a smile that’s both stunning and healthy. These tried and true orthodontic appliances, crafted from high-grade materials like stainless steel or durable ceramic, are designed to realign teeth and correct bite issues.
At the core of braces technology are the brackets, which are bonded to each tooth, and the archwires, which thread through these brackets. The archwires are the main force behind teeth movement, applying consistent, gentle pressure to guide teeth into their ideal positions.
During your routine appointments, Dr. Markovitz will adjust the archwires, fine-tuning the direction of teeth movement and pressure, to facilitate the gradual and controlled shifting of teeth within the jawbone.
Dr. Markovitz has taken on complex orthodontic cases and produced amazing results for patients of all ages using braces. Our decades of experience has taught us that every journey with braces is unique and should be tailored to your individual needs with attention and compassion.
Braces Options at Markovitz Orthodontics
We offer diverse braces options, each uniquely tailored to fit your needs and lifestyle, so you can confidently navigate your smile journey on your own terms. Discover the perfect braces treatment for you or your child with…
Metal Braces: Time-Tested and Effective
3M Unitek Clear (Ceramic) Braces: Subtle and Efficient
Invisalign: The Clear Alternative to Braces
Traditional metal braces, the classic choice for orthodontic treatment, are renowned for their durability and effectiveness. At Markovitz Orthodontics, these braces use high-quality stainless steel brackets and wires to precisely and gently align your teeth, offering a reliable path to a perfectly aligned smile.
3M Unitek Clear (Ceramic) Braces at Markovitz Orthodontics provide the same effective teeth alignment as traditional metal braces but with more discretion. Their tooth-colored brackets and wires blend seamlessly with your smile, making them a less noticeable but equally efficient choice for those seeking subtlety in their orthodontic treatment.
Invisalign, sometimes referred to as “invisible braces,” presents a modern, nearly invisible alternative to braces at Markovitz Orthodontics. We offer custom-made clear aligners that fit snugly over your teeth, gently aligning them over time. Invisalign’s discreet design and removability make eating and brushing your teeth a breeze, making it a popular choice for adults, teens, and kids seeking a more inconspicuous orthodontic treatment.
Traditional metal braces, the classic choice for orthodontic treatment, are renowned for their durability and effectiveness. At Markovitz Orthodontics, these braces use high-quality stainless steel brackets and wires to precisely and gently align your teeth, offering a reliable path to a perfectly aligned smile.
3M Unitek Clear (Ceramic) Braces at Markovitz Orthodontics provide the same effective teeth alignment as traditional metal braces but with more discretion. Their tooth-colored brackets and wires blend seamlessly with your smile, making them a less noticeable but equally efficient choice for those seeking subtlety in their orthodontic treatment.
Invisalign, sometimes referred to as “invisible braces,” presents a modern, nearly invisible alternative to braces at Markovitz Orthodontics. We offer custom-made clear aligners that fit snugly over your teeth, gently aligning them over time. Invisalign’s discreet design and removability make eating and brushing your teeth a breeze, making it a popular choice for adults, teens, and kids seeking a more inconspicuous orthodontic treatment.
Benefits of Braces for Adults
Of the over 4 million Americans who wear braces, about 25% of them are adults. Your age shouldn’t prevent you from seeking orthodontic treatment; doing so could keep your smile healthier for longer.
Overall, the dental health of adults is improving; more than generations prior, people are able to keep their natural teeth as they get older. However, this favorable trend presents a new challenge: adults’ growing desire and need to get orthodontic treatment to maintain their natural teeth and health.
Your teeth will shift as you age, and properly aligning your teeth with braces can:
- Make teeth cleaning easier
- Prevent inflammation which will prevent potential bone loss
- Delay the erosion of tooth enamel
- Help defend against gum disease
- Correct misalignment resulting from shifting jawbones
There are a host of benefits adults can enjoy by getting braces treatment that will help them keep their natural smile healthy and bright for many years.
Benefits of Braces for Teens
Teens can reap plenty of benefits from braces treatment too! In fact, a prime time to start your child’s braces journey is when they are a teenager. That’s because it’ll be much easier to align their teeth and facilitate proper jaw growth while their bones and muscles are still maturing.
If you forgo orthodontic treatment for your teenager, it may be more difficult and costly to correct their dental issues once their permanent teeth are set. Beyond preventing more complex alignment and spacing issues in the future, starting your teen’s braces journey can help:
- Improve their self-esteem
- Correct speech, chewing, breathing, and sleeping problems
- Prevent tooth decay and gum disease
- Increase jaw mobility
We make braces treatment comfortable and fun for teens because we know how big of a decision it is for them. Just like all of our patients, your teen will receive personalized and compassionate care from the start of their treatment to the day they reveal their new, beautiful smile!
Start Your Braces Treatment in Baltimore, MD Today!
At Markovitz Orthodontics, we want your braces treatment to be as smooth and comfortable as possible. Your questions are always welcome, and we will empower you to make the best decision for your smile.
We understand that no two smiles are the same, so you can expect that your treatment will be personalized just for you or your child. We use advanced technology and rely on our decades of experience to craft a treatment plan that fits your needs and lifestyle.
Are you ready to transform your smile? Prepare for your first visit with us, then schedule your consultation! You’ll meet our amazing team, discuss your options, and see why countless patients trust Markovitz Orthodontics to give them the happiest, healthiest smiles in Baltimore.