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Columbus Office
206 North Brookmoore Dr.
Columbus, MS 39705 
Phone (662) 328-1521

Tupelo Office
499 Gloster Creek Village
Suite F-8N
Tupelo, MS 38801 
Phone (662) 678-1028

Amory Office
400 Second Avenue North
Amory, MS 38821 
Phone (662) 256-3260

Toll Free: 1-800-4BRACES

Russell Orthodontics
Did You Know:
The metal of choice for orthodontic appliances in the early 20th century was gold, because of its malleability.
 

Types of Braces

Metal BracesMetal Braces
Metal braces are the most common. They are made of high grade stainless steel. Today's braces are much smaller and more comfortable. Therefore they are much more attractive. Most of the patients like to dress up the braces with different color elastics that can be changed at each appointment. Multiple colors are available.


Clear BracesCeramic Braces
Ceramic braces are a translucent tooth colored (clear) material. They are most popular with the adult patients. They are difficult to see on the teeth unless you are very close to the patient. The only draw backs to the bracket is that they are more fragile and the elastic ties can discolor between orthodontic visits.


RetainerRetainers Some minor orthodontic problems can be corrected with retainers. Retainers can be used on the upper and/or lower teeth.
Retainers comes in several different varieties:
  • Hawley - Removable wire type
  • Essix - Removable clear type
  • Fixed (bonded to teeth)

InvisalignInvisalign (No Braces)
A new system is available for adults for orthodontic correction of some bite problems. The Invisalign System is a series of clear overlay templates that have been generated by computer simulation to gradually move the teeth. Dr. Russell is an Invisalign Certified Orthodontist.
 
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