How much do LightForce braces cost?

LightForce is priced as braces at SC Orthodontics: typically about $1,500 less than the Invisalign fee for the same case. Your exact fee is quoted at your free consultation, with 0% financing.

What makes LightForce different from Invisalign?

LightForce uses fixed ceramic brackets bonded to the teeth, where Invisalign uses removable clear trays. Fixed brackets suit many cases that call for detailed bracket control, and Dr. Haykani will help you decide which suits your case at your consultation.

How long does LightForce treatment take?

It depends on the complexity of your case. Dr. Haykani plans every bracket position digitally and gives you a timeline for your own case at the consultation.

Will LightForce braces affect how I speak?

Most patients adjust within a few days. The low-profile ceramic design means less bulk in the mouth than traditional metal braces, which makes the adjustment easier.

Can I play sports with LightForce braces?

Yes. A mouthguard is recommended for contact sports to protect both your brackets and your teeth, and we will advise you on the best type to use.

How do I keep my teeth clean with LightForce braces?

Brush after every meal with a soft-bristled brush and fluoride toothpaste. An interdental brush or water flosser makes cleaning around the brackets easy, and we show you the technique at your bonding appointment.

What if a bracket comes loose?

Call or text us and you will hear back the same day. Dr. Haykani arranges the repair, and emergency visits like this are included in your fee.

Are LightForce braces covered by dental insurance?

Many orthodontic plans treat LightForce the same as traditional braces. We verify your benefits before you decide and give you a written estimate of what your plan covers.

Is LightForce a good option for adults?

Very much so. It is a popular choice among adults who want precise treatment with a discreet look, and the ceramic brackets are far less noticeable than metal.

Treatments/Braces

LightForce Braces

Brackets printed for your teeth, so the plan is built into the hardware.

Conventional braces rely on the clinician bending the prescription into the wire. With LightForce, each bracket is 3D printed to the surface of your individual tooth, so the plan sits in the hardware from the first day.

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Typical time: 12 to 20 months
Visibility: Tooth-colored ceramic
Visits: Every 6 to 8 weeks
Made: Printed for your teeth

How it works here

Four steps.

Braces and aligner models on the consultation table at SC Orthodontics

01
Digital scan
Your teeth are scanned rather than impressed, and the scan becomes the basis for the design.
02
Dr. Haykani designs the plan
She sets the target position for every tooth, and shows you a digital simulation of the movement so you see the projected result before you commit.
03
Bonding
Custom-printed placement trays position the brackets according to the digital plan, helping Dr. Haykani transfer the planned bracket positions accurately.
04
Adjustments and finish
Progress checks and wire changes every six to eight weeks, each one with Dr. Haykani. At the finish she removes the brackets, polishes the enamel, and fits the retainer that holds your result.

Who it suits

Patients who want the precision of braces with less visibility
Cases where digitally planned bracket positions fit the plan
Adults and teens alike
Patients who want brackets custom-made for their own teeth

How she decides

Dr. Haykani recommends LightForce when the customization earns its place in your case, and a simpler system when that will finish just as beautifully.

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What it costs

Your treatment plan. Covered from start to finish.

If your treatment needs more time, it’s included
Emergency visits included, with a same-day response
Initial retainers included
Insurance verified and maximized, with 0% financing throughout

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