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Traditional Braces

Precision Orthodontics: The Gold Standard of Clinical Care

At Martinez Orthodontics, we view traditional braces not just as a tool, but as a high-precision instrument in the hands of a Master Clinician. While clear aligners are popular, traditional braces remain the most effective solution for achieving the meticulous clinical results that Dr. Martinez is known for in the Kendall community.

The Specialist’s Edge

Orthodontic treatment is a complex biological process that requires the direct attention of a specialist. Dr. Jesus Martinez personally evaluates and oversees every adjustment, ensuring that each phase of your care is managed with meticulous clinical precision. With 35 years of clinical experience and elite training from the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, Dr. Martinez ensures every detail of your treatment is handled with expert care.

Comprehensive Clinical Solutions

Traditional braces remain the most reliable approach for treating complex issues affecting the dentofacial complex. This system allows for the seamless integration of specialized fixed appliances—including palatal expanders, headgears, and Herbst appliances—to address jaw development and tooth alignment simultaneously.

The Benefit of Continuous Correction

A primary clinical advantage of traditional braces is that they provide continuous, 24/7 tooth movement. Unlike removable systems that depend heavily on patient compliance, fixed braces work around the clock without the risk of being misplaced or forgotten, ensuring your treatment stays exactly on schedule.

Aesthetic Versatility & Customization

Modern orthodontics offers sophisticated options for every patient. For a more discreet appearance, we utilize high-grade, tooth-colored brackets that blend naturally with your smile. For younger patients, we offer a wide variety of colorful bands, allowing them to personalize their treatment journey while achieving a healthy, functional result.

The Science Behind Your New Smile

Close-up of traditional metal braces on teeth with a dental mirror reflecting the brackets.

Many people think of teeth as being fixed directly into the bone like stones, but they are actually held in place by a flexible "cushion" called a ligament. This ligament is the key to orthodontics because it allows us to move your teeth with incredible precision.

When we apply gentle, steady pressure through the brackets and wires, it tells your body to reshape the bone around the tooth’s root. On the side where the pressure is applied, the bone clears a path; on the other side, new bone grows in to anchor the tooth in its new, straighter position. While every clinical case is unique, this natural biological process typically takes between 24 to 30 months for a comprehensive result. It is a journey that Dr. Martinez carefully monitors to ensure your smile is as healthy as it is beautiful.

What’s My Next Step?

Choosing traditional braces is a significant step toward a healthier, more confident smile. We invite you to schedule a personal consultation at our Kendall suite, where you can discuss your clinical goals directly with Dr. Martinez. With 35 years of specialized experience, he will personally oversee every phase of your treatment journey.

We accept most HMO and PPO insurance plans and are committed to helping you maximize your benefits. For those without insurance, we offer flexible options like CareCredit financing to ensure elite care is accessible.

Connect with our team today to arrange your clinical evaluation.

Achieve your best clinical result through the precision and reliability of traditional orthodontic therapy.

Experience the perfect balance of time-tested reliability and modern orthodontic precision. While many options exist, traditional braces remain the gold standard for achieving a healthy, perfectly aligned smile under the direct care of a specialist.

Master Clinician Oversight

Every adjustment is personally performed or supervised by Dr. Martinez, ensuring 35 years of clinical expertise is applied to every movement of your teeth.

Continuous 24/7 Correction

Unlike removable aligners, fixed braces work around the clock. Your treatment stays on schedule without the risk of lost trays or missed wear time.

Personalized Aesthetics

Choose between high-grade, discreet clear brackets for a professional look or colorful bands to customize your journey.

Specialized Kendall Orthodontist Care

As a premier Kendall orthodontist, Dr. Martinez uses traditional braces to provide the most reliable path to a perfect smile for our Miami patients.

The Best in Miami: A Perfectionist Approach

Stop looking around and go here first and save yourself a lot of trouble. I have been looking for the best ortho in Miami and believe me it has been quite a journey. Dr. Martinez is so through you have to see for yourself to know what I mean. He showed me and my son the process and walked us through it step by step. He is a perfectionist and it shows in the interaction I had with him. My son had his braces removed yesterday and hasn’t stopped smiling and taking selfies. His whole demeanor has changed. I am so happy for him and the process we had with Dr. Martinez hands down he is the best. — Jazon Ozza

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often will I visit Martinez Orthodontics in Kendall for braces?

At Martinez Orthodontics, we ensure your treatment with braces or aligners stays on track with regular visits to our Kendall office. If you or your child are wearing traditional braces, we typically schedule appointments every four weeks. These visits allow Dr. Jesus Martinez to adjust your appliances and monitor the bone remodeling process to ensure your smile is progressing perfectly.

Patients choosing ClearCorrect aligners generally visit us every 8 to 10 weeks. Consistent attendance is vital; missing appointments can extend your treatment time and affect your results. These visits are also the perfect time to ask Dr. Martinez any questions about your progress. With over 35 years of experience, he provides the expert care necessary to exceed your expectations.

Please call our Miami dental office to schedule your personal evaluation and learn how orthodontics can improve your life.

What are my options for braces at Martinez Orthodontics in Kendall?

At Martinez Orthodontics, we provide a personalized approach to help you achieve a straighter smile. As a leading orthodontist in Kendall, Dr. Jesus Martinez offers several advanced treatment modalities tailored to your unique needs.

Children and Adolescents: We typically recommend traditional braces—available in metal or clear tooth-colored brackets—to guide dental movement and jaw growth properly.

Adult Patients: For mild to moderate concerns, we offer ClearCorrect Invisible Braces. These removable aligners allow you to eat, brush, and floss normally while discreetly aligning your teeth.

Complex Cases: Some patients may require specialized orthopedic appliances or surgical intervention, all of which are managed with Dr. Martinez’s 35+ years of expertise.

Whether you are looking for braces or aligners in Miami, our team is with you every step of the way. We invite you to contact us for a personal evaluation to choose the solution that is best for your specific orthodontic concern.

How long will my orthodontic treatment take?

It’s difficult to say exactly how long your treatment will take because everyone starts with unique needs. While the traditional average has often been cited as 24 to 30 months, many of our patients in Miami achieve their ideal results in 12 to 22 months thanks to modern techniques. If you have mild misalignment, we may be able to complete your treatment even faster using ClearCorrect invisible aligners or partial braces depending on your specific goals and budget.

Several factors affect your timeline, including age, the complexity of the orthodontic issue, and your commitment to the process. To see the best results in the shortest time, it is essential to keep your scheduled appointments at our Kendall office and maintain excellent oral hygiene at home.

If you would like a precise estimate, please call Martinez Orthodontics to arrange a free consultation with Dr. Jesus Martinez. As a specialist trained at Columbia University, he will personally evaluate your case, listen to your concerns, and identify the most efficient path to your new smile. We will discuss all treatment options and the estimated time for each so you can make the best decision for your lifestyle.

Please call us today so we can get started!

How much do braces cost at Martinez Orthodontics?

The cost of braces or orthodontic treatment depends on the specific needs of the patient and the complexity of the case. At Martinez Orthodontics in Kendall, Dr. Jesus Martinez believes that financial concerns should never be a barrier to a healthy, "on point" smile.

During your initial complimentary consultation, Dr. Martinez will personally evaluate your case and provide a clear breakdown of the treatment fees. We accept most HMO and PPO insurances and will handle all the paperwork for you, processing your claims to ensure you receive the maximum orthodontic benefits available under your plan.

To make high-quality care accessible for everyone in the Miami area, we offer flexible payment options, including:

Interest-free in-office financing
CareCredit for low monthly payment plans
Discounts for children with Medicaid

Dr. Jesus Martinez evaluates every case personally to find a financial solution that fits your family's budget.

Why are retainers necessary at Martinez Orthodontics?

After Dr. Jesus Martinez removes your braces, your teeth have the potential to shift throughout your life. Retainers are essential tools designed to maintain the position of your teeth and prevent unwanted movement. At Martinez Orthodontics in Kendall, we provide custom-fitted retainers that are either fixed or removable, depending on what is most beneficial for your specific results.

Dr. Martinez recommends wearing your removable retainers 24/7 for the first year and then transitioning to nighttime wear to protect your investment. We offer four complimentary retainer follow-up visits during your first year in retention to ensure everything stays "on point."

If you have a fixed "permanent" retainer (a wire bonded behind your teeth), it requires extra care. These can build up tartar or break if you eat hard or sticky foods, so maintaining your hygiene and diet is crucial. After the time and effort spent achieving your beautiful, healthy smile at Martinez Orthodontics in Kendall, Miami, wearing your retainer is the only way to guarantee those results last a lifetime.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Jesus Martinez, Orthodontist in Kendall Miami

Dr. Jesus Martinez DMD
Orthodontist

Dr. Jesus Martinez Leon is a Columbia-trained orthodontic specialist with over 35 years of clinical experience. After earning his dental degree from the University of Puerto Rico in 1991, he served with distinction for four years in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps. Following his military service, Dr. Martinez completed an elite postdoctoral residency in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine in 1999, followed by a specialized fellowship in 2000.

As a solo practitioner, Dr. Martinez is dedicated to a personalized clinical model. He personally evaluates ...