Kernersville Braces: Metal and Clear Braces for All Ages

What Are Kernersville Braces?

Braces are fixed orthodontic appliances made of brackets, archwires, and elastics that apply steady, gentle pressure to craft your smile. Kernersville braces come in two styles, metal braces and clear braces, and both correct crowding, gaps, and bite issues in children, teens, and adults.

Bisig + Chermak + Rudnicke Orthodontics has been serving Kernersville families for years from nearby orthodontic homes in Winston-Salem, Clemmons, and King, all a short drive up or down the highway. Both bracket styles deliver the same precision, so the choice usually comes down to appearance and lifestyle.

Metal braces use stainless steel brackets bonded to the front of each tooth, connected by a thin archwire. They're strong, efficient, and the gold (ha-ha) standard for a reason.

Clear braces work exactly the same way, but the brackets are made from a translucent ceramic material that blends with your natural tooth color. Same results, quieter look.

Here's what braces routinely correct:

• Crowding when teeth overlap or twist because there isn't enough room
• Gaps and spacing between teeth
• Overbite when upper front teeth extend too far past the lower ones
• Underbite when lower teeth sit in front of upper teeth
• Crossbite when upper and lower teeth don't meet properly side to side
• Open bite when front teeth don't touch when the back teeth close

Braces work at any age. Kids in mixed dentition, high schoolers, and grown-ups who've waited decades all get treated with braces every week at Bisig + Chermak + Rudnicke Orthodontics. Our orthodontic homes are located in Winston-Salem, Clemmons, and King, and each one welcomes families driving in from Kernersville and the surrounding Forsyth County neighborhoods. Dr. Nic Bisig, Dr. David Chermak, Dr. Paul Rudnicke, and Dr. Samantha Seitz treat smile seekers of all ages.

Benefits of Braces for Kernersville Families

Kernersville braces stay busy while you go about your life. That's their biggest advantage, and it shows up in the results, visit after visit, as teeth move into the positions your personalized treatment plan mapped out.

• Predictable, precise tooth movement. Because brackets are bonded directly to each tooth, your orthodontic expert can control rotation, tipping, and root position with real accuracy. Complicated bites and severely rotated teeth respond especially well.
• They work 24/7, no compliance required. Nothing to remember, nothing to lose in a lunchroom. Removable aligners only work when they're worn, but braces keep going whether you think about them or not.
• Better long-term oral health. Straight, well-spaced teeth are easier to brush and floss, which means less plaque buildup in hard-to-reach corners. A balanced bite also reduces uneven enamel wear and the jaw strain that comes with it.
• A lower-profile option with clear braces. These tooth-colored braces blend in with your natural teeth. Teens and working adults love them.
• Function you'll notice every day. Chewing improves. Speech can improve. Front teeth that stick out are far less likely to get chipped or knocked in a soccer game.
• Confidence that sticks around. Ask any of our family members who finished treatment years ago. The smile in the photos is the part they mention first.

Braces are also the workhorse behind combination treatment. Some cases start with braces and finish with Invisalign clear aligners, or use expanders and elastics along the way. Dr. Bisig, Dr. Chermak, Dr. Rudnicke, and Dr. Seitz will map out which combination suits your bite at your free consult, and they'll explain the reasoning behind it. It's all about options.

Kernersville Braces: What to Expect Step by Step

Getting Kernersville braces takes five steps, and most treatment runs 12 to 24 months:

1. A free consult with digital scans and X-rays
2. A personalized treatment plan with timeline and cost
3. A bonding visit where brackets and wire go on
4. Adjustment visits every six to eight weeks
5. Debonding and retainers

Step 1: Your Free Consult

Your first visit is about information, not commitment. We take digital scans (no goopy impressions), a panoramic X-ray, and photos, then Dr. Bisig, Dr. Chermak, Dr. Rudnicke, or Dr. Seitz walks you through what's happening with your bite.

Step 2: Your Personalized Treatment Plan

Next comes the plan. You'll see which appliance makes sense, roughly how long treatment should take, and what it costs, including your insurance benefit and monthly payment options. No surprises later.

Step 3: Bonding Day

Braces go on at this visit, which takes about an hour to 90 minutes. Your teeth are cleaned and prepped, brackets are bonded one at a time, then the archwire is threaded and secured. You'll leave with care instructions, a starter kit, and a food list.

Step 4: Adjustment Visits

You'll come back every six to eight weeks so we can change wires, add elastics, and check progress. These visits are quick, often 15 to 30 minutes.

Step 5: Debonding and Retainers

The best day. Brackets come off, adhesive is polished away, and we scan for retainers right away. Wearing retainers as directed protects the result, because teeth naturally drift over a lifetime.

Are Braces Right for You?

Kernersville braces suit almost anyone with healthy teeth and gums, and that holds true whether you're seven, seventeen, or fifty-seven. You're likely a strong candidate if your teeth are crowded, gapped, rotated, or protruding, or if your upper and lower jaws don't line up the way they should.

Children

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends every child see an orthodontic expert by age seven. At this age, kids have both baby and permanent teeth, so developing issues show up clearly. Early evaluation doesn't always mean early treatment, but it lets us time things right.

Teens

This is the classic window for braces. Permanent teeth are in, jaw growth is still cooperating, and treatment tends to move along nicely.

Adults

There's no age limit on amazing smiles. Healthy gums and solid bone matter far more than the number on your birthday cake.

Braces are often the better choice over Invisalign clear aligners when a case involves:

• Severely rotated or badly tipped teeth
• Significant bite correction requiring elastics or auxiliaries
• Teeth that need major vertical movement
• A patient who'd rather not manage removable trays every day

Metal Braces vs. Clear Braces

Not sure which fits? That's exactly what your free consult is for.

Why Kernersville Families Choose Bisig + Chermak + Rudnicke Orthodontics

We're family serving family, and that shapes everything from how we schedule to how we explain a treatment plan.

Specialists, not generalists

Every orthodontic expert here trained well beyond dental school: four years of college, four years of dental school, and a multi-year orthodontic residency devoted entirely to tooth and jaw movement. Only a small share of dental school graduates go on to specialize in orthodontics.

Credentials worth knowing about

Dr. Nic Bisig is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics, a voluntary step taken by a minority of orthodontists nationwide. He's also a diamond+ Invisalign provider, top 1% nationally. Dr. David Chermak holds a Master's degree in orthodontics. Dr. Paul Rudnicke completed his residency at Vanderbilt University and lives by a simple motto: just good enough is never good enough, excellence is always the goal. Dr. Samantha Seitz rounds out the team.

Recognized by our neighbors and friends

Winston-Salem Journal Readers' Choice 2024 Winner and 2025 Favorite.

Every option under one roof

Metal braces, clear braces, and Invisalign clear aligners for kids, teens, and adults, plus digital scanning and modern self-ligating bracket systems built for comfort and efficient visits.

Easy financing

Transparent pricing, flexible monthly payment plans, and help filing your orthodontic insurance benefits.

Convenient locations near Kernersville

Families drive in from Kernersville, Walkertown, and High Point to our Winston-Salem, Clemmons, and King orthodontic homes.

Frequently Asked Questions About Braces in Kernersville

How much do braces cost in Kernersville, NC?

Cost depends on case complexity, treatment length, and the bracket type you choose, so there's no single number that fits everyone. As a general rule, shorter cases with mild crowding sit at the lower end of the range, while full bite correction over a longer timeline sits toward the higher end. Most orthodontic insurance plans include a lifetime orthodontic benefit, and we offer easy financing with monthly payment plans. You'll get an exact figure in writing at your free consult before anything begins.

How long do braces take?

Most braces treatment lasts 12 to 24 months. Mild spacing or crowding may finish on the shorter end, while significant bite correction can run longer. Your timeline depends on how far teeth need to travel, your age, and how consistently you wear elastics. Dr. Bisig, Dr. Chermak, Dr. Rudnicke, or Dr. Seitz gives you an estimated range at your first visit.

Do braces hurt?

Braces don't hurt going on. Bonding is comfortable, with no shots and no drilling. Expect general soreness for a few days after placement and mild tenderness for a day or so after adjustments, which over-the-counter medication and soft foods handle well. Orthodontic wax smooths any spots that rub your cheeks while you adjust.

What foods should I avoid with braces?

Skip anything hard, sticky, or chewy that can pop a bracket or bend a wire. The usual suspects: ice, hard candy, caramel, taffy, gum, popcorn, nuts, and crunchy chips. Bite-sized is your friend. Cut apples into slices, strip corn off the cob, and cut pizza crust and bagels into smaller pieces.

Are clear braces as effective as metal braces?

Yes. Clear braces use the same brackets-and-archwire mechanics as metal braces, so they move teeth just as reliably. The difference is cosmetic: the ceramic brackets blend with your enamel. They're slightly more fragile than stainless steel, so we sometimes recommend metal for contact-sport athletes or very complex cases.

Does insurance cover braces for adults and children?

Many plans cover a portion of orthodontic treatment for both kids and adults, usually as a lifetime maximum benefit rather than an annual one. Some plans limit coverage to dependents under a certain age. Our treatment coordinators verify your benefits before you commit and file the claims for you.

Schedule Your Free Kernersville Braces Consult

Ready to find your smile today? Your free consult is genuinely no-obligation, and it includes:

• A full clinical exam with Dr. Bisig, Dr. Chermak, Dr. Rudnicke, or Dr. Seitz
• Digital scans, photos, and X-rays
• Your personalized treatment plan with an estimated timeline
• A clear cost breakdown, insurance review, and monthly payment options

No referral is needed and new families are always welcome. Call (336) 760-1491 or book online at smileland.com/free-consult.

Our orthodontic homes in Winston-Salem, Clemmons, and King are all a short drive from Kernersville, Walkertown, and High Point, so you can pick whichever location fits your family's week best. Come see us, and let's live your best smile together.