Braces in St. Louis Park, MN

Why Choose Braces?

Braces remain one of the most trusted and effective orthodontic treatments available. Unlike removable aligners, they offer continuous, controlled tooth movement that can address a wide range of alignment challenges.

Braces may be the best choice if you’re looking to correct:

• Moderate to severe crowding
• Gaps between teeth
• Crossbites or open bites
• Overbites or underbites
• Jaw misalignment
• Relapsed movement after previous orthodontic treatment

Because braces are bonded to the teeth, they don’t rely on patient compliance the way clear aligners do — making them especially effective for younger patients or those needing more complex correction.

Types of Braces Available at Creekside Dental

We offer traditional metal braces that are smaller, sleeker, and more comfortable than ever before. These braces use brackets and archwires to gently shift your teeth into alignment over time. Our team ensures each case is planned with precision and adjusted with care at every visit.

We also offer treatment alternatives, such as clear aligners or Invisalign, for patients seeking a more discreet orthodontic option. During your consultation, we’ll help you determine which method is best based on your goals, lifestyle, and budget.

The Braces Process: What to Expect

We take a personalized approach to orthodontic care, ensuring every step is clear and comfortable from start to finish.

1. Initial Consultation
   We’ll evaluate your bite, alignment, and facial structure through digital scans and a detailed examination. This helps us determine if braces are the right option and outline your expected timeline and results.
2. Treatment Planning
   Once approved, we’ll develop a custom orthodontic treatment plan. Our process includes modern diagnostic tools, ensuring precision from the very beginning.
3. Placement of Braces
   Brackets are bonded to the teeth and connected by archwires that will gently move your teeth over time. Regular adjustments are made at scheduled visits.
4. Monitoring and Adjustments
   We’ll monitor your progress through routine appointments to ensure your teeth are moving according to plan. Our team will answer your questions and offer tips for hygiene and comfort along the way.
5. Retention Phase
   After your braces come off, we’ll fit you with a retainer to maintain your new smile and prevent relapse.

Throughout the process, you’ll receive the same thoughtful care we bring to every service — from general dentistry to cosmetic treatments.

Benefits of Braces

Orthodontic treatment isn’t just cosmetic — properly aligned teeth support better health, easier hygiene, and a more functional bite.

Braces can help:

• Improve the appearance and balance of your smile
• Reduce the risk of tooth decay and gum disease by making teeth easier to clean
• Relieve jaw pain and tension caused by misaligned bites
• Prevent uneven wear on enamel
• Support long-term oral health and comfort

Braces are also an important part of many full-mouth smile makeovers, especially for patients preparing for other restorative or cosmetic treatments.

Orthodontic Care for All Ages

We provide braces for both teens and adults — tailoring treatment plans to your stage of life and goals. For younger patients, early intervention can reduce the need for more complex treatment later. For adults, braces can help correct shifting that may have occurred over time or after incomplete orthodontic care in the past.

If you’re considering treatment for your child, our children’s dentistry services include early orthodontic evaluations to help guide timing and planning.

Braces in St. Louis Park and Nearby Areas

Creekside Dental provides orthodontic care to patients throughout St. Louis Park, Edina, Hopkins, Golden Valley, Richfield, and surrounding areas of Minneapolis. Whether you’re starting your first treatment or coming back for a second round, we’re here to help you achieve a straighter, healthier smile — with support every step of the way.

If you’re uninsured, our Membership Plan offers a budget-friendly way to access ongoing care during and after your braces treatment.