LightForce Custom Braces Designed for You in Cleburne, TX
At Tennison Orthodontics, providing braces treatment is about so much more than straightening teeth. It’s one of our ways of connecting with patients and showing them they’re loved. Every smile we shape is built on trust, compassion, and a commitment to genuinely getting to know our patients and their families. From the moment you walk through our doors, we guarantee you’ll feel the difference.
Bringing you the latest in orthodontic technology is just another way we’re redefining the braces experience. As one of two providers of LightForce custom braces in Johnson County and one of only three in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, we’re proud to offer you this revolutionary option.
Want to learn more? We would love for you to visit our warm, welcoming practice and meet our team of compassionate experts. Whether you’re considering braces for your child or yourself, we’re here to guide you with thoughtful recommendations, cutting-edge treatments, and a whole lot of heart.
What Are LightForce Custom Braces?
Your smile, your schedule, your goals—everything about you is unique. That’s precisely why we use LightForce custom braces. Instead of using off-the-shelf brackets, each one is 3D-printed to fit your teeth exactly. The result? A more comfortable fit, fewer office visits, and faster results, allowing you to get back to living your life with a smile you love.
For children’s early treatment or for limited treatment, we also provide traditional metal braces. While traditional braces aren’t custom-fitted to your smile, they’re sleeker and more modern than ever before.
How Braces Benefit the Whole You
When you choose Tennison Orthodontics for braces, you’re not just investing in a beautiful smile. Dr. Tennison believes in using a holistic approach to orthodontic care that treats the whole patient. What does this approach mean for you? A wealth of comprehensive benefits, including:
Alleviate Headaches
Misaligned teeth and bite issues can put extra strain on your jaw muscles and joints, often leading to tension headaches. Braces help bring your bite into better alignment, reducing tension and discomfort.
Aid in Digestion
When your teeth come together properly, it’s easier to chew your food thoroughly, making digestion smoother and more efficient.
Make It Easier to Brush and Floss
Straight teeth are easier to clean. Braces help eliminate tight spaces and overlaps where plaque and bacteria like to hide, making your daily oral hygiene routine more effective at preventing issues.
Help Prevent Oral Health Issues
By aligning your teeth and correcting bite problems, braces can help you avoid more serious issues later. These issues include gum disease, tooth decay, and even bone loss.
Your Braces Journey, Supported by Tennison Orthodontics
With us, you’ll get a family of caring providers who want you to feel informed and comfortable during every interaction. A big part of that is understanding what to expect with your treatment, so here’s a step-by-step guide of what your braces journey will look like at Tennison Orthodontics:
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1. Your Personalized Consultation
Your journey begins with a free consultation. During the visit, we’ll take a 3D digital scan of your teeth, talk through your goals, and walk you through your options. Your consultation is also when you’ll meet our team (including Joy, our friendly office dog!) and experience the friendly and inviting environment we’re known for.
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2. X-rays and Imaging
When you're ready to get started, we'll schedule your records visit, which is a quick appointment to snap a few photos and x-rays. If time allows, we may be able to do this the same day as your new patient consultation! We'll then submit these images to LightForce for your customized braces to be 3D printed.
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3. Placing Your Custom Braces
Your next visit will be to start treatment - either by placing your custom-designed LightForce braces or delivering any recommended pre-braces appliance. The process is smooth and comfortable, and our team will talk you through everything so you feel confident and prepared.
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4. Caring for Your Braces
We’ll show you exactly how to brush, floss, and care for your braces at home. Good hygiene is key to keeping your smile healthy during treatment. If you experience any emergencies, give us a call or text us at (817) 556-2323.
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5. Routine Check-Ins
You’ll visit us regularly during your braces treatment so we can monitor your progress and make small adjustments. With LightForce braces, you’ll only have to visit us every 10 weeks or so (compared to 4-6 weeks for traditional braces). These appointments are quick and give us a chance to talk about how far you’ve come and make sure everything is on track.
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6. Maintaining Your Final Result
When your braces come off, we’ll celebrate! Then, to keep your beautiful results in place, we’ll provide you with custom retainers, which are included as part of your treatment. We’ll walk you through how to wear and care for them so your smile stays just the way you love it.
Why Patients Love Getting Braces at Tennison Orthodontics
Am I a Good Candidate for Braces Treatment?
If you’ve ever wondered whether braces could help you or your child, the best time to find out is now. At Tennison Orthodontics, we treat patients of all ages, and we believe every smile has the potential to thrive with the right guidance.
You may be a great candidate for braces if you have:
- Crowded or Crooked Teeth: Braces can help create adequate space between the teeth and make oral hygiene easier.
- Gaps Between Teeth: Braces can gently close extra space between teeth and bring balance to your smile.
- Bite Problems (Overbites, Underbites, and Crossbites): Braces can correct uneven bites for better comfort and function.
- Frequent Jaw Discomfort or Headaches: By correcting your bite, braces can provide much-needed relief from jaw pain or headaches.
Are There Alternatives to Braces?
There are absolutely alternatives to braces! If you’re looking for a more discreet way to straighten your teeth, Angel Aligner may be the perfect option for you. We offer this clear aligner system as an alternative to braces for patients who want flexibility and subtlety in their orthodontic treatment.
During your free consultation, we’ll help you decide whether custom braces or clear aligners are the best fit for your smile goals, lifestyle, and treatment needs.
Get Braces in Cleburne and Join Our Orthodontic Family Today!
Thinking about braces for yourself or your child? Choosing the right orthodontic team makes all the difference! The Tennison Orthodontics team is here to support your braces journey with kindness, expertise, and genuine care at every step.
Get started with a free, no-obligation consultation, where we’ll answer your questions, get to know your goals, and help you feel completely at ease with what comes next. When you join our orthodontic family, getting a beautiful, healthy smile is more than an outcome—it’s a reflection of how we care for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Braces
You’re never too old for braces! Just like kids, adults can benefit from an amazing smile, improved confidence, and better oral health with braces. Be aware that braces for adults may take slightly longer due to the development of the teeth and jaws.
Just like their smiles, everyone’s braces journey is unique. Depending on the complexity of your case, treatment can last between 6 to 30 months. However, with the technology of LightForce custom braces, treatment times are generally much faster than with traditional braces!
Yes! You’ll want to continue your regularly scheduled appointments with your dentist while you have braces. This way, Dr. Tennison can focus on straightening your teeth while your dentist focuses on your oral health and hygiene.