Whether you’ve always wanted straighter teeth or have noticed your smile shifting, it’s a great time to explore your options.
At Senties Family Orthodontics in Alamo Ranch, Dr. Senties offers personalized adult braces and clear aligners.
We’ll help you choose a treatment and payment plan that meets your needs, starting with a free, no-obligation exam.
It’s not too late to explore the smile you’ve been thinking about.
Healthy teeth can be moved at any age, and adults can benefit from orthodontic treatment well beyond their teen years.
You may be considering braces for the first time, returning to treatment after your teeth have shifted, or looking for a more comfortable bite.
Whatever brings you in, we’ll meet you where you are.
Dr. Senties will evaluate your teeth, gums and bite to help you understand whether treatment is right for you.
Adult orthodontic treatment can improve your tooth alignment and how your bite fits together. It may help address:
Tell us what you’d like to change, and we’ll help you understand what treatment could achieve.
Your adult treatment plan takes your dental history into account, including:
Dr. Senties will explain what matters for your smile and whether coordination with your dentist or another specialist is needed.
Looking for something discreet? Prefer braces that stay in place?
We’ll help you compare the options suitable for your smile and daily routine.
Looking for fewer office visits, a discreet appearance or flexibility at mealtimes? Compare how each option could fit your daily routine.
| Treatment Option | Appearance | Fixed or Removable? | How It Fits Your Routine |
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| LightForce™ Braces | Discreet, custom brackets | Fixed |
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| Clear Ceramic Braces | Clear or tooth-colored brackets | Fixed |
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| Metal Braces | Visible metal brackets | Fixed |
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| Invisalign® or Angel Aligner™ | Nearly invisible trays | Removable |
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You don’t have to choose before your visit! Dr. Senties will help you compare the options suitable for your smile and preferences. Appointment needs vary by treatment plan.
Your adult braces cost depends on your treatment needs, braces option and expected treatment length.
We’ll explain your cost and help you explore:
Have a budget in mind? We’ll work with you to create a payment plan that meets your needs.
Start with a free adult orthodontic consultation in Alamo RanchVisit our San Antonio orthodontic office at 11153 Westwood Loop, Suite 204.
We welcome adults from Alamo Ranch, throughout San Antonio and nearby communities, including Helotes and Leon Valley.
At your free first visit, we’ll:
No referral is needed, and there’s no obligation to begin treatment. Se habla español.
Yes! Your age alone doesn’t determine whether you can have braces.
The health of your teeth, gums and supporting bone matters more.
At your free exam, Dr. Senties will evaluate your smile and help you understand the options available to you.
Your timeline depends on the amount of tooth movement needed, your bite and your treatment plan.
A smaller correction may take less time than more comprehensive treatment.
We’ll give you a personalized estimate at your consultation and explain how appointments, home care and following your treatment instructions help keep things on track.
You can continue working, socializing and enjoying your usual activities during treatment.
There will be a few adjustments, including caring for your braces and avoiding foods that could damage brackets or wires.
If appearance is a concern, let us know! We can discuss clear braces, LightForce braces and clear aligners to help you find an option you feel comfortable wearing.
Often, yes. Crowns and missing teeth don’t automatically rule out orthodontic treatment, but they can affect how your care is planned.
Dr. Senties will evaluate your existing dental work and explain your options.
If you’re planning a bridge, implant or other restoration, let us know so the timing of your orthodontic and dental care can be considered together.
Not necessarily! Depending on how much your teeth have shifted, you may benefit from a personalized touch-up plan with clear aligners.
If you prefer braces, a shorter treatment period may also be possible.
At your free first visit, Dr. Senties will assess how much correction is needed. Then, we’ll talk through your preferences and treatment options to find a plan that works for your smile.
Some temporary soreness is common when braces are first placed or adjusted.
Soft foods can make those first few days easier, and orthodontic wax can help if a bracket irritates your cheek.
Our team will show you how to stay comfortable and care for your braces. If something feels unusual or isn’t improving, reach out, we’re here to help.
Yes. A retainer helps maintain your new alignment after braces or clear aligners, because teeth can continue shifting throughout adulthood.
We’ll explain your recommended wear schedule and how to care for your retainer so you can protect the smile you’ve worked toward.
