Braces Are for Everyone
Braces aren’t just for kids. Children, teens, and adults can all benefit from orthodontic treatment. For children, an early evaluation helps spot developing concerns while there’s still time to guide growth. For teens and adults, braces can correct alignment or bite issues that were never treated or have changed over time.
At Mischler Orthodontics in Floyds Knobs, every treatment plan is built around your teeth, your goals, and your schedule. It’s never too late to explore your options.
Problems Braces Can Correct
Braces can help with a wide range of common concerns, including:
- Crowded or overlapping teeth
- Gaps or spacing between teeth
- Overbite, underbite, or crossbite
- Rotated or misplaced teeth
- Alignment that makes brushing and flossing difficult
- Jaw alignment that affects how your teeth fit together
How Braces Work
Braces use small brackets attached to your teeth and a thin wire that connects them. Over time, the wire applies gentle, steady pressure that moves your teeth into their ideal positions. At each visit, we make small adjustments to keep your treatment on track.
Your Braces Options
- Metal braces: the most reliable and versatile choice, effective for nearly every orthodontic concern.
- Clear ceramic braces: tooth-colored brackets that blend in with your smile while working just like metal braces.
- Clear aligners: if you’d prefer a removable, nearly invisible option, clear aligners may be a good fit for your needs.
What to Expect
Your journey starts with a consultation, where we take 3D images, examine your teeth and bite, and talk through your options and costs. Once your braces are on, you’ll visit us about every 6 to 10 weeks for adjustments. Many treatments take between 12 and 30 months, depending on your needs.
With remote monitoring, we can check your progress between visits, which means fewer unnecessary trips to the office. When your braces come off, you’ll receive custom retainers to keep your new smile in place for the long term.
Call Our Office Today
Contact Mischler Orthodontics at (812) 923-9839 to schedule your consultation. We’ll help you find out whether braces are the right choice for your smile.
Our Team
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Dr. Alec McDonald DMD, MSD, MSOB
Owner/Orthodontist
Read MoreDr. McDonald is proud to continue the tradition of exceptional orthodontic care at Mischler Orthodontics. After joining the practice as an associate orthodontist in July 2025, he worked alongside Dr. Mischler to provide personalized, evidence-based …
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Dr. William Mischler DMD
Orthodontist
Read MoreDr. Mischler completed all his education at the University of Louisville, earning his Bachelor of Science in Dental Science, his Doctor of Dental Medicine, and his orthodontic specialty certification. He began practicing orthodontics in 1981 …
Frequently Asked Questions
You may experience mild soreness for a few days after adjustments, but most patients adjust quickly. Orthodontic treatment does not have to hurt to be effective.
Absolutely. We recommend wearing a mouthguard for sports. Musicians typically adjust quickly.
Hard, sticky, or chewy foods (like ice, caramel, hard candy, and taffy) can damage braces and extend treatment time. We provide a complete guide at the start of treatment.
Retention is essential to protect your investment. Every patient receives custom retainers and detailed instructions to maintain their new smile long term.
Phase 1 orthodontic treatment, also called early interceptive treatment, is performed while a child still has a combination of baby teeth and permanent teeth. Its purpose is to address specific developing orthodontic problems, such as crossbites, significant crowding, or certain jaw growth concerns, when early intervention may be beneficial. Not every child needs Phase 1 treatment! At Mischler Orthodontics, Dr. McDonald carefully evaluates each child's growth and development to determine whether early treatment offers a meaningful advantage or whether waiting is the better approach.