What makes Damon braces different?
The idea of "tightening" braces can sound a little scary. The good news is that the Damon System works differently than the braces you might remember from years ago.
How do they work?
Traditional braces often use elastic ties to hold the wires in place. These can act a bit like bungee cords, creating friction and pressure that can feel uncomfortable. Damon braces use a specialized slide mechanism instead. This self-ligating braces design allows the wire to move freely, using gentle pressure to nudge your teeth exactly where Dr. Ed Grubaugh wants them to go.
Why you’ll love the experience
- Extra comfort. Since the teeth move more freely, the process is much gentler on your mouth.
- Fewer office visits. Because the system is so efficient, you won’t need to see us for adjustments quite as often.
- Easier to clean. Without the rubber ties that collect plaque, keeping your teeth sparkly clean is simple.
- Faster results. Every journey is different, but many of our patients finish their treatment sooner than they would with traditional metal braces.
Helping you feel good about your smile is what we do best. At Grubaugh Orthodontics, we use the Damon System because it’s a modern, thoughtful way to move teeth. It’s designed to be more comfortable and efficient than traditional braces, so you can spend less time in the dental chair and more time sharing your smile with the world.
Is it time for a smile refresh?
We believe everyone deserves to feel confident, which is why we offer orthodontics for all ages.
- For kids and teens: Starting early helps create a healthy foundation. We love helping younger patients feel right at home during their first visit.
- For adults: It’s never too late to invest in yourself! Many adults choose Damon braces because they are small, discreet, and provide a healthy look. If you're looking for something even less visible, we can also talk about ceramic braces or Invisalign® treatment.
Your journey, your way
We’re here for you every step of the way. Whether you visit our Lansing office or our DeWitt office, our warm and caring team will make sure you feel comfortable and informed.
We’ll start by looking at the conditions we treat to make sure this is the right path for you. We can even chat about same day braces if you're ready to get started right away!
Braces Reviews
Grubaugh Orthodontics is the only place I would recommend for anyone looking for braces or aligners. My 2 sons and myself have been patients there. We love Dr Grubaugh’s competency and the staff there is the absolute best! 5 star recommendation!!
Grubaugh was amazing the whole 2 years we went to them for my son’s braces. Very professional and friendly atmosphere. Also very clean office. Never once had an issue with them, would highly recommend!
We have been at Grubaugh for a year and a half now, and they have been amazing! Brought both of my twins there to be evaluated. One of them needed braces with a herbst appliance. The other will need braces down the road, but not yet. I really appreciate their honesty in not doing things that aren't actually necessary! With the trivia questions, guessing games with prizes, and the coins they can earn towards gift cards, Dr. Grubaugh and his team really make going to the orthodontist something to look forward to! We even got to enjoy a private showing of Wicked 2 in the theater this past fall for their patient appreciation weekend! Will be bringing my other kids here for sure. And I even wound up coming here myself for Invisalign and have had a great experience myself!
They made braces an easy process start to finish. We will be back to them for the next kid as well!
I went in for a consultation and immediately got my braces great price and Barb was great helped out a lot thank you guys! 10/10
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Common questions about Damon braces
Are they more expensive than traditional metal braces?
While the technology is advanced, we work hard to keep treatment within your family’s budget. You can find more details on our financial information page.
Will I still need to wear elastics?
Sometimes we use gentle elastics to help align your bite, but the Damon System itself reduces the need for many of the extra appliances used for conventional braces treatment.
