At Pure White, our orthodontist in Mirdif fits metal braces for teenagers, adults and complex cases that benefit from precise, controlled tooth movement. Every plan starts with a full orthodontic assessment, so you know exactly what to expect — duration, milestones, costs and outcomes — before any bracket is bonded.
Metal braces use small stainless-steel brackets bonded to the front of each tooth, connected by a thin, flexible archwire. The wire applies steady, gentle pressure that moves teeth into a more aligned position over time. Tiny elastic bands — available in clear or coloured — hold the wire in place.
Every 4–8 weeks, the orthodontist adjusts or replaces the wire to continue moving teeth toward their target position. Modern metal braces are smaller, lighter and more comfortable than the bulky brackets used a decade ago.
Metal braces are suitable across a wide age range and for the broadest range of orthodontic cases. They are commonly chosen by:
Teenagers — established, well-understood, and the brightly coloured elastic options make treatment fun for younger patients
Adults with complex cases — when aligners may not provide enough control over tooth movement
Patients with overbite, underbite or significant crowding — fixed appliances handle these more predictably
Patients who prefer not to manage a removable appliance — once fitted, braces work continuously, with no daily compliance required
If discretion matters to you, ceramic braces offer a similar fixed-treatment approach with a tooth-coloured finish. If your case is mild to moderate and you prefer a removable option, clear aligners may suit better.
Brackets are bonded to each tooth, the archwire is fitted, and elastics are placed. The process takes about 60–90 minutes and is comfortable — you’ll feel pressure, but it isn’t painful.
Mild tenderness as teeth begin to respond to gentle pressure. Soft foods help during this period. Most patients are back to normal eating within a week.
At the end of active treatment, brackets are removed and retainers are fitted to hold teeth in their new position. Retainer use is lifelong — typically nightly after the first year.
Most metal braces cases complete in 12 to 24 months. Simpler cases — mild crowding, minor spacing — may finish in under a year. Complex bite corrections may take longer. Your treatment plan will include a specific estimate based on your case.
