Braces in Queens, NY for Children, Teens, and Adults
PCO Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics provides personalized braces in Queens, NY for children, teens, and adults who need help with crowded teeth, spacing, crooked teeth, or bite problems. Led by board-certified orthodontist Dr. Tiya Ungphakorn, our team offers traditional metal braces, self-ligating braces, clear ceramic braces, clear aligners, and lingual braces. Each plan is designed around the person’s age, oral health, lifestyle, treatment needs, and smile goals
What Is Braces Treatment?
Braces are orthodontic appliances that use brackets, archwires, and controlled pressure to move teeth gradually. They can correct crowded, spaced, crooked, or rotated teeth and improve how the upper and lower teeth meet. Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may also address an overbite, underbite, crossbite, or open bite.
Braces treatment is customized because a growing child, a busy teenager, and an adult can have different clinical and lifestyle needs. Dr. Tiya evaluates tooth position, jaw relationships, oral health, growth, and treatment goals before recommending fixed braces, clear aligners, or another orthodontic appliance.
Meet Dr. Tiya
Board-Certified Orthodontist
Meet Your Board-Certified Orthodontist, Dr. Tiya Ungphakorn
Dr. Tiya Ungphakorn is a board-certified orthodontist who treats children, teenagers, and adults. She graduated from Chulalongkorn University College of Dentistry in Thailand and served as a dental officer in the Royal Thai Navy. After coming to New York, she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and postgraduate certificate in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics from New York University College of Dentistry.
She is certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and has presented at meetings of the FDI World Dental Federation and the American Dental Education Association. For braces treatment, Dr. Tiya studies each person’s bite, tooth position, growth, oral health, and goals before explaining the appropriate treatment options.
Why Choose PCO for Braces in Queens, NY?
Successful orthodontic treatment depends on an accurate diagnosis, regular monitoring, and good home care. Our Queens team helps each person understand the treatment plan and stay involved from the first evaluation through the retention stage.
Board-Certified Orthodontic Support
Dr. Tiya Ungphakorn is certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and trained in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. She evaluates tooth positions, bite function, jaw relationships, and growth before recommending care.
Personalized Braces Treatment Plans
No single braces system is right for everyone. Dr. Tiya considers age, tooth and jaw development, treatment complexity, appearance preferences, daily habits, and home-care ability before recommending an appliance for each person.
Modern Records and Careful Planning
Your evaluation may include photographs, digital scans, and X-rays when appropriate. These records help Dr. Tiya study tooth positions and bite relationships, explain the findings, and create a plan for controlled tooth movement.
Clear Guidance Throughout Treatment
Our staff explains what to expect before braces are placed and at later visits. Families receive clear, practical guidance for daily brushing, flossing, eating, elastics, soreness, sports, loose brackets, and the retention stage.
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Sara is a board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training in caring for infants, children, and teens.
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Sara is a board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training in caring for infants, children, and teens.
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Sara is a board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training in caring for infants, children, and teens.
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Sara is a board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training in caring for infants, children, and teens.
Our Braces and Aligner Treatment Options
Available choices include traditional metal braces, self-ligating braces, clear ceramic braces, clear aligners, and lingual braces. Dr. Tiya recommends an option based on the diagnosis, treatment goals, oral health, age, and ability to follow care instructions.
Traditional Metal Braces Care
Strong stainless-steel brackets and archwires guide teeth into better positions. This dependable option can address crowding, spacing, and many bite concerns. Colored bands can also help children and teens personalize their treatment at each checkup.
Self-Ligating Braces and Care
Self-ligating brackets use built-in clips to hold the archwire instead of elastic ties. Offered in metal or clear versions, they can address alignment and bite concerns. Dr. Tiya will determine whether this system fits your treatment needs and goals.
Discreet Clear Ceramic Braces
Clear ceramic brackets blend more closely with the natural shade of teeth while working like fixed braces. They are often chosen by teens and adults who want a less noticeable option and can follow proper cleaning and food guidelines throughout care.
Benefits of Braces Treatment for Children, Teens, and Adults
Improves Everyday Bite Function
Braces can move crowded, spaced or rotated teeth while improving how the upper and lower teeth meet. Better alignment can support more comfortable biting, chewing, and oral function in everyday life.
Supports Better Daily Oral Care
Straighter teeth can be easier to brush and floss after treatment. With braces in place, we show how to clean around brackets and wires so children, teens and adults can protect their teeth and gums.
Builds Lasting Smile Confidence
A healthier, better-aligned smile can help someone feel more comfortable at school, work, and social events. Treatment is planned around each person’s age, goals, bite, lifestyle, needs, and routine.
What to Expect During Braces Treatment
Every treatment plan is different, but most braces care follows four main stages from the initial orthodontic evaluation to the retainer phase.
Complete Orthodontic Evaluation
Dr. Tiya reviews your teeth, bite, jaw relationship, dental history, and treatment goals. Digital records may be taken when needed to identify the concerns and decide whether braces or another option is appropriate.
Personalized Treatment Planning
You receive a plan that explains the recommended appliance, expected stages, visit schedule, Children, teens, and adults receive guidance suited to their own development, routine, and treatment goals.
Braces Placement and Care Guide
Brackets are bonded to the teeth, and an archwire is placed to begin controlled movement. Our team explains careful brushing, flossing, safe food choices and what to do if a wire or bracket becomes loose.
Routine Visits and Retainer Use
Regular visits allow Dr. Tiya to check tooth movement and adjust the plan when needed. After active treatment, a custom retainer helps hold the teeth in their new positions with wear instructions based on your case.
Frequently Asked Questions About Braces in Queens, NY
At What Age Should Children, Teens, and Adults Get Braces?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation by age seven. This does not mean every child needs braces at that age. Some children only need growth monitoring, while others may benefit from early care. Teenagers often begin comprehensive treatment after more permanent teeth erupt. Adults can also receive braces after their oral health and dental history are evaluated
Which Type of Braces Is Right for Me or My Child?
The right option depends on tooth position, bite, age, oral health, treatment complexity, appearance preferences, and daily habits. Metal and self-ligating braces provide fixed treatment. Ceramic and lingual braces are designed to be less noticeable, while clear aligners are removable and require consistent wear. Dr. Tiya will explain which options may address your needs.
Do Braces Hurt, and What Happens After an Adjustment?
Braces may cause pressure or soreness when they are first placed and after some adjustments. This usually improves as the mouth adapts. Soft foods, orthodontic wax, and the instructions provided by our team can help during this period. Contact the office if discomfort is severe, persistent, or connected to a loose or broken appliance.
How Long Does Treatment Take, and How Often Are Visits?
Treatment length and visit frequency vary for every person. They depend on the complexity of correction, age and growth, appliance type, oral hygiene, missed appointments, and how closely instructions are followed. After examining your teeth and bite, Dr. Tiya can provide an estimated timeline and explain how progress will be monitored.
How Much Do Braces Cost in Queens, NY, and Does Insurance Cover Them?
The cost of braces in Queens, NY depends on the treatment type, case complexity, and expected length of care. Dental insurance benefits differ by plan and may include age limits, waiting periods, or orthodontic maximums. Our team can review available benefit information and explain payment options before treatment begins.
Convenient Braces Care in Queens, NY
PCO Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics provides braces in Queens, NY at 34-22 35th Street, Queens, NY 11106. Our office serves children, teens, and adults from New Hyde Park and nearby Queens neighborhoods. Having pediatric dental and orthodontic care in one office can also make coordinated family visits easier.
We also welcome families and adults traveling from New Hyde Park, Great Neck, and other communities across Long Island, NY. If you are comparing metal braces, ceramic braces, self-ligating braces, lingual braces, or clear aligners, schedule an orthodontic evaluation with Dr. Tiya to learn which option fits your needs and goals.