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Types of Braces

Get in Tune with a Healthy, Confident Smile

There is no one-size-fits-all for straightening teeth because every smile is different. At Willowbrook Orthodontics, we offer a wide range of orthodontic treatments to fit your needs, lifestyle, and smile goals. During your initial visit, Dr. Yue will walk you through your options and ensure you are confident about your treatment decisions. Scroll through and learn more about the different types of orthodontic solutions for all ages.

Traditional Self-ligating Braces

Self-ligating braces look very similar to traditional metal braces but are more comfortable, more efficient, and require fewer office visits. This system doesn’t use colored elastic bands to hold the wire inside a bracket – thus, its name is ‘self-ligating.’ The brackets have a sliding door that holds the wire in place, resulting in less friction and making them more comfortable.

Without the need to replace elastic bands monthly, this system requires fewer office visits, making this option suited for busy teens and adults.

Self- Ligating Ceramic (Clear) Braces

Ceramic braces work similarly to traditional metal braces but are made from clear or tooth-colored materials, making them far less noticeable.

Like metal braces, ceramic braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment. The key difference is their discreet appearance, as the brackets blend in with your natural tooth color.

What People are Saying About
Willowbrook Orthodontics

We love the team at Willowbrook Ortho. Always on time. Always so friendly and welcoming. Great explanations of what is going on in my family’s care and planning for the next step of treatment.

- B. Sorice

The quality of patient care and friendly demeanor of Dr. Yue's entire team begins with Rachel and Belinda at the front desk and extends to all the assistants working on patients, particularly Olga. The synergy and dedication of the team is felt by every patient who comes to the practice for their orthodontic care, which makes for a pleasant and less stressful experience. I highly recommend Willowbrook Orthodontics.

- N. Johnstone

A big thank you to the team at Willowbrook Orthodontics for making my daughter feel at ease at every one of her appointments. The entire staff is always in a great mood and always available to answer any questions.

- B. Lazaro

Love the staff at Willowbrook Orthodontics. Rachel & Belinda are always so friendly & welcoming! We’ve had all three of our daughters teeth done & are so pleased with the beautiful outcome. Everyone is very professional & organized.

- T. Millman

Dr. Yue is a very kind hearted provider. He truly cares about all of his patients and the care that he delivers to them. He has a very calm presence to help kids through stressful appointments. I would recommend him to anyone!

- Alissa Anthony

Dr Yu is amazing. He treated my older daughter very well and now he is taking care of my younger one. We appreciate his work and highly recommend him for orthodontic treatments

- Shahram Oveisgharan

I personally go to this orthodontist and they are such amazing people here. Amy, Heather, Rachel, Olga, and everyone else are always so kind, they never fail to make me laugh. Dr. Yue is an awesome orthodontist, he is so skilled at what he does and my teeth are looking better than ever in his care. I recommend this orthodontist 10x over!

- dominic

Dr Yue was extremely thorough and professional. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. The wealth of knowledge this man has is so impressive!! Dr Yue's TX coordinator was amazing as well. High energy, compassionate, knowledgeable, and positive given my daughter's complex case was very much appreciated. Look no further, this place is the real deal. Thanks so much again for giving me peace of mind moving forward with my daughter's case!

- Julie Katello

Dr. Yue and his team are absolutely fantastic! Dr. Yue’s professionalism, exceptional craftsmanship, and friendly demeanor made every step of my son’s orthodontic journey a positive experience. His great sense of humor put me at ease during each visit. The entire team is equally amazing, providing outstanding customer service and showing true dedication to their patients. From start to finish, they made us feel valued and cared for. I couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend Dr. Yue and his team to anyone seeking top-quality orthodontic care

- Mohamed El Marzouki

I had an amazing experience at Willowbrook Orthodontist! From the moment I walked in, the entire team made me feel welcomed and taken care of. Rachel, Amy, Heather, Vicky, Olga, and Isabel were all incredible—professional, patient, and always kind. They explained everything clearly, made every visit smooth, and truly went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. You can tell they genuinely care about their patients, and it shows in the quality of their work. If you’re looking for an orthodontic office that treats you like family and delivers great results, Willowbrook is the place to go. Highly recommended!

- Mario Keefe hvac

I've been visiting this establishment for more years than I can count, and I am truly grateful for the amazing smile they gave me. 10 out of 10 would come again.

- athena flores

Let’s just say that we have referred every child in our neighborhood!!! Dr. Yue and his staff are always accommodating and wonderful to deal with! And the results are in the smile!!!????

- Nora Barry

I was treated with dignity, professionalism and honesty.

- Cheryl Tiede

Excellent visit. I was warmly greeted when I arrived. The girls at the front desk are very professional. I saw the doctor who was very kind and professional. Just an all around very professional and kind and welcoming office. I highly recommend.

- Barb Koehneke

Great experience at this office! Dr Yue is extremely knowledgeable and professional. Also, very reasonably priced. My son’s teeth look beautiful.