Ceramic & Clear Braces
Braces that work like braces — without announcing themselves in every photo.
Ceramic braces move teeth with the same mechanics as metal, using brackets that blend with the color of your enamel. For adults and professionals who need real orthodontic control but do not want a metal smile for the duration, they are the middle path between traditional braces and aligners.
Orthodontic treatment here is led by Dra. Erika Padilla, working with documented systems — including the Damon System and Spark aligners by Ormco — so the recommendation is about your case, not about the one system on the shelf.
How treatment is planned
Records before recommendations
Photographs, imaging and a scan of both arches come first. The plan — and whether ceramic braces, metal or aligners serve you best — is built from records, not preference alone.
Discreet brackets, real control
Tooth-colored ceramic brackets handle rotations, bite corrections and closures that challenge aligners, while staying quiet in photographs and meetings.
Reviews timed for the border
Adjustment visits are scheduled with cross-border patients in mind, grouped sensibly so treatment advances without your trip count getting out of hand.
Ceramic braces or clear aligners — which is right for me?
It depends on what your teeth need to do. Aligners excel in disciplined, suitable cases; ceramic braces win when the movements are complex or compliance is uncertain. The records make the call, and you will hear the reasoning for your case — both options exist here, so the advice is not a sales pitch for either.
Do ceramic braces stain?
Modern ceramic brackets resist staining well; the elastic ties around them can discolor with coffee, wine or curry — and those ties are replaced at every adjustment anyway. Sensible habits keep the whole system discreet for the length of treatment.
What patients say
“From the moment I first reached out by email, my experience with Makeover Dental Studio has exceeded every expectation. The clinic itself is state-of-the-art, but what truly sets it apart is the incredible team behind it.”
“I went in there as a walk in and came out a happy customer. Great service and beautiful facility.”
“Very pleased and impressed with the professional service and attention given at this clinic. All of the staff is very attentive. Dr. Erika answered all my questions and concerns, she explained in detail the whole process of my braces…”
“Thank you so much for saving the day. I don’t remember the last time I had such a painful toothache. My wisdom teeth were definitely not helping. Thank you for taking me in last second…”
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Frequently asked
What patients ask before they book. If yours is not here, the fastest answer is a call.
- Your case planned in 3D before treatment begins
- A treatment plan written in English
- A direct line to the clinic once you are home
Case-dependent: crowding, bite correction and how your bone responds all matter. You get an estimated range with your written plan, and progress is reviewed against it at each visit.
For most modern systems the difference is not meaningful. The plan and the biology set the pace far more than the bracket material does.
Expect pressure and tenderness for a few days after placement and adjustments — manageable with common pain relievers — rather than pain in the treatment itself.
Yes. Bring what records you have; new ones are taken here and the case is evaluated honestly, including whether finishing with your current provider makes more sense.
Retention — and it is not optional. Teeth drift back without retainers, and the retention plan is part of treatment from the start, not a surprise at the end.
Explore other treatments
Straight teeth, without the metal smile.
Records, an honest comparison of your options, and a written plan with a real timeline — and if a different appliance would give you a better result, we’ll be honest with you about that.
Mon-Fri 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm
Request your consultation
If you have had orthodontics before, mention it — relapse cases are planned differently, and retainers may be part of the answer.
US: +1 (619) 202-0423
MX: +52 (664) 634-2023
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Frida Kahlo 10410, Torre Quatro, 1st floor, office 106
Zona Urbana Rio, Tijuana, B.C. 22010
Mon-Fri 9:00am – 6:00pm | Sat 9:00am – 4:00pm
