Braces in Norwalk and Westlake, OH
Metal and Clear Ceramic Braces for Kids, Teens, and Adults
Braces Built Around Your Case
Braces remain the most versatile treatment option in orthodontics. They work for a broader range of cases than clear aligners and offer the most precise control over tooth movement. That precision matters most for significant bite corrections, complex crowding, and rotations that require careful three-dimensional positioning.
At AC Orthodontics, Dr. Chhibber plans every braces case personally and handles every adjustment himself at both the Westlake and Norwalk offices. Treatment starts with a 3D digital scan of your teeth. No impressions, no mess. That scan gives Dr. Chhibber a precise working model before any brackets are placed, and it gives you a clear picture of what your treatment will involve from the start.
Which Type of Braces Is Right for You?
Metal braces use stainless steel brackets bonded to the front of each tooth, connected by an archwire that Dr. Chhibber adjusts throughout treatment. They are the most reliable option across the full range of orthodontic cases, including complex bite corrections and significant crowding. Kids and teens tend to make them their own with colored elastic ties at each visit.
Braces Work for a Wide Range of Cases
Braces are effective for crowded teeth, gaps, overbite, underbite, crossbite, open bite, and rotated teeth. They are the preferred option for complex bite corrections and cases where precise control over individual tooth positioning is needed. For patients who might find it difficult to keep aligners in for 20 to 22 hours a day, braces are also a more reliable choice.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first evaluation by age 7. Most children will not need braces that early, but Dr. Chhibber can identify developing concerns and plan ahead for the right time to start. For teens and adults, candidacy is assessed individually at the free consultation using your 3D scan and a full review of your bite.
How Much Do Braces Cost in Norwalk and Westlake?
Braces at AC Orthodontics typically range from $3,500 to $7,000. Where your case falls depends on the type of braces you choose and how much correction your bite needs. Dr. Chhibber will give you a complete cost estimate at your free consultation, with no hidden fees and no pressure to decide that day.
AC Orthodontics accepts most major dental insurance and bills your plan directly. Coverage varies quite a bit from one plan to the next, so our team will verify your benefits and explain exactly what your plan covers before treatment starts. Payment plans are available at both offices with no initial payment required and monthly installments you can plan around.
Two Locations, One Board-Certified Orthodontist
AC Orthodontics serves families across the Firelands region from our Norwalk office on Benedict Avenue, including patients from Sandusky, Huron, Bellevue, Monroeville, Willard, New London, Wakeman, and Berlin Heights. Our Westlake office on Detroit Road serves Cleveland's west side, including Avon, Avon Lake, Rocky River, and Bay Village. Both offices are open Monday through Friday, and new patient consultations are always free.
Dr. Chhibber completed two full orthodontic residencies and spent three years as a full-time faculty member at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. He sees every braces patient personally at both offices, from the first scan to the last adjustment. The doctor you meet at your consultation is the same doctor who handles your care from start to finish.