Braces for kids in Perth

Q: Do braces hurt children?

Braces don’t hurt to fit. Your child may feel mild tenderness for a few days after fitting or an adjustment, which settles quickly. Modern self-ligating braces are gentler and more comfortable than older styles.

Q: How long do kids’ braces take?

Most children’s treatments take between 12 and 24 months, depending on what needs correcting. Because we plan with precision and review progress with Dental Monitoring, treatment stays efficient and on track.

Q: Metal or ceramic braces for my child — which is better?

Both work brilliantly. Metal braces are strong, durable and ideal for more complex cases, while ceramic braces blend with the teeth for a more discreet look. We’ll help your child choose based on their case and preferences.

Q: How much do kids’ braces cost in Perth?

The cost depends on your child’s treatment, so we provide an all-inclusive written quote after their consultation, with no hidden fees. We also offer interest-free payment plans to help spread the cost.

Q: How do we look after my child’s braces?

Good brushing, flossing around the brackets and avoiding hard or sticky foods keep braces in top shape. We’ll give your child simple tips and the right tools at every visit to make it easy.

At Profile Orthodontics in Perth, our Specialist Orthodontists provide gentle, modern braces for kids — designed to guide growing teeth and jaws into place comfortably and predictably. If your child needs braces, we’ll tailor a plan to their stage of development, not simply their age.

Why children may need braces

Braces are often recommended for kids when:

Teeth are crowded, misaligned, or there’s not enough space in the jaw
Bite problems (overbite, underbite, crossbite) are affecting chewing, speech, or overall dental health
Their jaws are still growing, which allows us to guide growth and make corrections more predictably

With today’s advances in orthodontic technologies, treatment is faster, more comfortable, and more discreet than ever before.

Types of braces we offer

We offer self-ligating braces for children which use a slide mechanism instead of elastic ties. This design helps make treatment more comfortable, requires fewer appointments, and may reduce friction.

Here are the two main options:

Metal braces

These braces use high-grade stainless steel brackets paired with shape‑memory archwires. Some of the benefits include:

Durability and strength - they are highly resilient to normal wear and tear.
More affordable than cosmetic alternatives, while still offering excellent performance.
Smaller, sleeker brackets than older-style metal braces, meaning less irritation and improved comfort.

Metal braces are a solid choice, especially for more complex alignment cases or when the parents/child prefer something tried‑and‑true.

Ceramic braces

For children who prefer a more discreet look, clear braces are an excellent option.

Ceramic or translucent material brackets that blend more with the colour of the teeth, making them far less noticeable than metal.
Use the same self‑ligating slide mechanism as the metal Damon braces, so no elastic bands or ties – fewer places for staining or plaque buildup.
While they look more discreet, they may be slightly larger or more fragile than metal brackets. There is sometimes a small trade‑off in terms of strength or risk of chipping or breakage.

Why families choose Profile Orthodontics for kids’ braces in Perth

For children, timing and expertise matter. Across our two Perth clinics, kids are cared for by Specialist Orthodontists who guide each stage of their development — so treatment happens at the right time, in the right way.

Led by Specialist Orthodontists

Your child is treated by Specialist Orthodontists — dentists with years of extra training in tooth and jaw development. From simple alignment to complex, growth-related cases, their braces are in genuinely expert hands.

Grow with Us™ growth guidance

Through our Grow with Us™ approach, we assess children early and monitor how their teeth and jaws develop — so we can step in at the ideal moment, not simply when they reach a certain age.

Fewer missed school days

With Dental Monitoring, we track your child’s progress remotely between visits — so fewer trips to our Perth clinics means less time away from school and work.

Your child’s braces journey

From the first friendly visit to a confident new smile, here’s what treatment at Profile Orthodontics looks like.

Early assessment
We start with a relaxed consultation at one of our Perth clinics, checking your child’s teeth, bite and jaw development and explaining whether braces are needed now or a little later.
Digital scan & plan
A quick, comfortable 3D intraoral scan — no messy moulds — lets us plan your child’s treatment precisely before anything begins.
Fitting the braces
We fit their metal or ceramic self-ligating braces and show your child — and you — how to keep teeth and braces clean and comfortable.
Dental Monitoring reviews
Between visits, Dental Monitoring lets us check progress from your phone — so your child comes in only when it genuinely helps, with less disruption to school.
Results & retention
Once your child’s teeth are beautifully aligned, we remove their braces and provide retainers to protect their new smile as they keep growing.

Braces for kids — your questions answered

What age should my child get braces?

We recommend a first orthodontic check by around age 7, even if treatment comes later. It lets us spot issues while the jaw is still growing and plan the right timing — sometimes with early appliances or plates first. Many children start braces between 10 and 14, once enough adult teeth have come through.

Do braces hurt children?

How long do kids’ braces take?

Metal or ceramic braces for my child — which is better?

How much do kids’ braces cost in Perth?

How do we look after my child’s braces?

Ready to discuss braces for your child?

If you think your child might benefit from braces, we’d love to help. Book a consultation with our Perth orthodontists today. Together, we’ll create a customised treatment plan that fits your child’s needs, preferences, and smile goals.

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