Clear Braces in Carlsbad, CA

Is your child interested in a more discreet way to straighten their smile? We offer cutting-edge clear braces at Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics that combine effectiveness with aesthetics. Our orthodontist in Carlsbad, CA, specializes in creating beautiful smiles with clear braces tailored to your child’s unique needs, while also helping you understand options like a mouthguard for braces if your child plays sports.

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Invisible Braces for Your Child

Clear braces can help your child achieve a beautiful, confident smile without the self-consciousness of metal braces. Schedule a consultation at Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics to learn more about this discreet orthodontic treatment.

Clear Braces: What Are They?

Clear braces, or ceramic braces, are orthodontic appliances designed to straighten teeth while blending in with your child’s natural tooth color. They function similarly to traditional metal braces but use tooth-colored or clear brackets instead of metal ones. At Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics, we use high-quality ceramic materials to ensure your child’s treatment is both effective and aesthetically pleasing.

The Clear Advantage: Benefits of Clear Braces

Clear braces offer numerous advantages for your child’s orthodontic treatment:

  • Less noticeable than traditional metal braces
  • Equally effective as metal braces in treating most orthodontic issues
  • Boost self-confidence during treatment
  • Made from durable, stain-resistant materials
  • Less likely to irritate sensitive oral tissues
  • Allow for creative customization with colored ties
  • Improve overall oral health by making teeth easier to clean

The Clear Braces Journey: What to Expect

At Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics, we’ve designed our clear braces treatment process to be smooth and comfortable. Here’s what you and your child can anticipate:

  1. Initial Consultation: Your orthodontist will examine your child’s teeth and discuss whether clear braces are the best option.
  2. Preparation: We’ll clean and dry your child’s teeth to prepare for bracket placement.
  3. Bracket Bonding: Tooth-colored ceramic brackets are carefully attached to each tooth using special dental cement.
  4. Wire Placement: A thin, flexible wire is threaded through the brackets to begin guiding teeth.
  5. Final Adjustments: We’ll ensure everything is properly placed and comfortable.
  6. Follow-up Appointments: Regular visits will be scheduled to tighten the wire and monitor progress.
  7. Oral Hygiene Education: We’ll provide instructions on how to care for clear braces and maintain good oral health.
  8. Treatment Completion: Once the desired results are achieved, we’ll remove the braces and fit your child with retainers.

Is Your Child a Candidate for Clear Braces?

Clear braces can be an excellent option for many children and teens. They might be particularly suitable if your child:

  • Is self-conscious about wearing traditional metal braces
  • Has mild to moderate orthodontic issues
  • Is responsible enough to care for the more delicate ceramic brackets
  • Wants a more aesthetically pleasing orthodontic treatment
  • Doesn’t qualify for or prefer clear aligner treatments

Dr. Natalie, our experienced Carlsbad orthodontist, will thoroughly evaluate your child’s orthodontic needs and discuss whether clear braces are the best choice for their smile.

Clear Braces: Your Questions Answered

Are clear braces as effective as metal braces?

Yes, clear braces are just as effective as metal braces for most orthodontic issues. However, some complex cases may still require metal braces.

Do clear braces stain easily?

The clear brackets themselves are stain-resistant. However, the elastic ties can stain if proper oral hygiene isn’t maintained. We’ll provide care instructions to help prevent this.

Are clear braces more expensive than metal braces?

Clear braces are typically more expensive than metal braces due to the materials used. However, we offer various payment options to make treatment accessible.

Why Choose Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics for Clear Braces?

At Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics, we’re experts in creating beautiful smiles with clear braces. Here’s why parents trust us:

  • Dr. Natalie is an experienced orthodontist in Carlsbad, CA, with extensive orthodontic experience.
  • We use the latest technology and techniques to deliver efficient, effective treatment.
  • Our team creates a fun, welcoming environment that puts children at ease.
  • We offer personalized care tailored to each child’s unique orthodontic needs.
  • We provide ongoing support and education throughout the entire treatment process.

Give Your Child a Clear Path to a Beautiful Smile!

Ready to start your child’s journey to a straighter, more confident smile with clear braces? Contact Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics to schedule a consultation with our experienced dental office. We’re excited to help your child achieve the beautiful, healthy smile they deserve while maintaining their confidence. Call us now, and let’s embark on this exciting orthodontic adventure together!


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The Discovery Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics Experience

  • Have your child’s unique orthodontic needs cared for
  • Address a wide variety of bite, crowding, and misalignment issues
  • Relax knowing your child will receive compassionate care from our team
  • Benefit their oral health by helping them achieve a straighter smile
  • Boost their speaking and smiling confidence!

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Rebecca Perez
June 3, 2026

Best Dentist and even take Dental - Cal. They are great with my daughter who is autistic and my son that had previous bad experiences with dentists and now feels totally comfortable going 😊

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Kirsten Thomas
May 20, 2026

Always Friendly and Accommodating

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Nina Kah
May 14, 2026

I’ve had such a wonderful experience bringing my children to Discovery Children’s Dentistry. The entire staff is incredibly kind, patient, and welcoming, which makes such a difference when bringing kids to the dentist. They go above and beyond to make my children feel comfortable and at ease during every visit. Dr. Fazeli is very kind, gentle, knowledgeable, and take the time to explain everything clearly. My kids actually look forward to their appointments, which says a lot! I’m so grateful to have found a pediatric dental office we can trust. Highly recommend to any parent looking for excellent dental care for their children.

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Katie Stevens
May 8, 2026

I take my kids, ages 5 and 9, to Discovery and have had a great experience both with the cleanings as well as a cavity filling. They make my young kids feel comfortable from start to finish which is not always the case. The dentist is kind and thorough.

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Dana Friedman
May 7, 2026

Dr. Fazeli and her staff were so great with my son who unfortunately had an appliance placed incorrectly causing him a great deal of discomfort. They fit him in promptly and were so gentle and made the removal so easy! I also really appreciated that she took the time to answer my questions after since our son is a more complicated case than most. The office also had a nice play area and a fun prize at the end which my son loved!

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Tia Kelly
April 30, 2026

We love this dental office. The staff are all lovely and kind. It’s clean and well managed and our kids are always comfortable and love going.

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Caroline Strachan
April 25, 2026

Highly recommend bring your kids here. The office is so fun for the kids, staff is fantastic. The dentist is extremely kind and warm. My son’s first dentist apt was extremely fun for him and I’m going to be coming back from now on. Best decision I made. I wish I could see her as an adult client haha ❤️ my son wants to come back because of his experience was truly awesome and fun .

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Melissa Schuerman
April 16, 2026

The people here are great!!

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Negar Oy
April 2, 2026

Clean office, nice and friendly staff, patient and kind dentist. Great office for those who has special needs kids.

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Michael Mcintosh
March 19, 2026

From the front desk to the dental chair, every visit feels welcoming and professional. I truly appreciate the time you take to explain everything clearly and make each appointment comfortable. Extend my gratitude to everyone in the office - you make going to the dentist genuinely a positive experience. Warm regards Michael McIntosh

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Priya Hebel
March 16, 2026

Dr. Afsoon Fazeli is kind and knowledgeable dentist. She was patient with all my questions and gave me a lot of helpful information. Her transparency helped me to understand my son’s oral situation so that I felt very informed moving forward with our next steps.

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Janet Cranfield
February 25, 2026

My kids love Dr. Fazeli and the team at Discovery Children’s! The team is so kind and my kids enjoy the atmosphere? They even asked me when they get to come back!

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Kristen Mcdonald
February 14, 2026

Wonderful staff and very trustworthy Dr. i would recommend this practice to anyone.

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Anna Balaesh
February 11, 2026

10/10 experience! Dr.Fazeli was great with my kids and she explained everything to me in a simple clear way!

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Nick Boess
February 4, 2026
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Amy S
January 28, 2026

Had a great experience at this dentist office. All of the staff were lovely. I’m really glad this will be my girls first memory of the dentist. The hygienists walked both girls through each step before doing it. They allowed me to sit on the chair and hold them for comfort. They were offered headphones to listen to the tv show playing from screens in the ceiling. My older daughter was given a coin at the end of each appointment where she could pick from many varieties of prize machines. My younger daughter was given an age appropriate toy that was safe for her. The waiting area has tablets and some toys and is bright, colorful, and welcoming. My older daughter needed a document signed to start school and that was done easily and quickly. Neither girl had any issues with their teeth while we were patients, but the dentist offered tips to keep it that way depending on each girls’ mouth. Highly recommended and wish we weren’t so far away to continue going.

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Mimette Baasen
January 23, 2026

Absolutely AMAZING experience at Discovery Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics! From the moment we walked in, the staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and professional, making both parents and kids feel comfortable right away. Dr. Afsoon Faseli is truly wonderful—so caring, patient, and kind. She took the time to explain everything in a fun, kid-friendly way and made the entire visit stress-free and enjoyable. Our kids left with big smiles and were actually excited to come back (a total win!). We are so grateful to have found such an outstanding dental office and highly recommend Discovery Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics to any family looking for exceptional kids’ dental care! 🌟🦷✨

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Anna Hoff
January 16, 2026

We live in kauai and I needed a pediatric expert to view an xray for a second opinion (I was willing to fly for treatment if needed and was feeling very concerned about the treatment plan). After 7 calls, no other dentists would even look at the image. Discovery dental was so kind in offering her expert advice on the x-ray. She even looked at the other x-rays and mentioned a cavity to look out for. I was so impressed with her bedside manner, time provided, and guidance. The office comes well recommended by others and they would certainly be my go-to if i was based in Encinitas. I plan to go there on our trips back and forth.

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Marjan Alizadeh
January 12, 2026

Dr Fazeli is the best. Patient, friendly and knowledgeable.


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  • CA (License 18945). View License Information
  • Insurance: We work with most insurance providers.
  • No Insurance? No problem, call (760) 438-1279 for more information.
  • Financing Options: We offer a wide range of dental financing options.
  • We serve patients from the following counties: San Diego
  • We serve patients from the following cities: Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside, San Marcos, Vista, San Diego & the surrounding communities.
  • Have Questions?  Please feel free to contact us at (760) 438-1279

Helpful links: WebMD (Braces) | Glossary of Dental Terms. (ADA)