LightForce Generative Braces

Your smile is unique, and your braces can be too. Peninsula Orthodontics is proud to be one of the few providers in the area offering LightForce Generative Braces, a modern treatment option that uses a doctor-directed digital setup and brackets 3D-printed for your individual teeth.

Comparing braces options? Start with clear braces or metal braces, then ask us which path fits your smile.

Watch the Patient Video

This video gives patients and parents a helpful overview of LightForce treatment, including how a doctor-directed setup and custom braces work together. Your orthodontist creates the smile plan, and the appliance is built around that plan.

What Are LightForce Generative Braces?

LightForce Generative Braces are not pulled from a standard bracket system. They begin with a digital scan and a doctor-designed setup. From there, each bracket is shaped to fit your tooth anatomy and support the movements planned for your smile.

This gives Peninsula Orthodontics a fixed-appliance option with a personalized fit, precise placement, and a treatment experience designed to be efficient from the start.

• Planned by your orthodontist from the beginning
• Created from your unique tooth shape and smile goals
• Designed for patients who want braces tailored to them

Benefits of LightForce Braces

LightForce brings together the control of braces with the personalization of digital orthodontics. For many patients, that can mean care that feels more tailored, more efficient, and easier to follow.

• One-size-fits-one. Each bracket is made for an individual tooth, helping the appliance fit the smile rather than asking the smile to fit a standard appliance.
• Doctor-directed setup. Your orthodontist maps your treatment digitally, with the finish in mind before the braces are placed.
• Efficient visits. Because the appliance is built around your case, appointments may be more efficient and focused on your progress.
• Comfort prioritized. Individualized brackets are shaped for your teeth, which can support a comfortable treatment experience.

Your LightForce Journey

The process is built around digital records, orthodontist-led planning, and custom manufacturing. Our team will walk you through each step so you know what to expect before treatment begins.

• Digital records. We begin with digital records that help us understand your teeth, bite, and treatment needs.
• Doctor-directed setup. Your orthodontist designs the setup and maps out the tooth movements needed for your smile.
• Custom brackets. LightForce uses 3D printing to create brackets for that planned setup.
• Precise placement. The brackets are placed with an indirect bonding tray designed to support accuracy from day one.
• Progress visits. Our team monitors your smile and makes adjustments as your teeth move toward the planned result.

Patient Brochure

This brochure gives patients and parents a second way to review LightForce treatment, personalized brackets, and what makes this braces option different. Open the LightForce Patient Brochure.

Is LightForce Right for You?

LightForce can be a strong option for patients who want the dependability of braces with a high level of customization. It may be especially appealing if you want care that is digitally guided and designed around your unique smile.

The best way to know is to visit Peninsula Orthodontics for a consultation. We will evaluate your teeth and bite, answer your questions, and explain whether LightForce, clear braces, metal braces, or Invisalign makes the most sense for your goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are LightForce Generative Braces?

LightForce Generative Braces are patient-specific 3D-printed braces created from a doctor-designed digital setup. Each bracket is made for your unique teeth and planned tooth movements.

Are LightForce braces custom-made?

Yes. LightForce brackets are generated from your digital scan and case setup, so the braces are made for your specific smile rather than using a one-size-fits-all bracket.

Do LightForce braces use messy impressions?

LightForce treatment begins with digital records and scanning, which helps reduce the need for traditional messy impressions during the planning process.

Are LightForce braces clear or metal?

LightForce is known for patient-specific braces technology, including esthetic ceramic brackets. During your consultation, we can explain the available appliance options and what fits your treatment plan.

Is treatment faster with LightForce?

LightForce is designed for efficient orthodontic care, and some patients will have fewer appointments or shorter treatment times. Actual results and timing vary by patient, diagnosis, and treatment plan.

How do I schedule a LightForce consultation?

You can request an appointment online or call Peninsula Orthodontics at (757) 249-4203. Our Newport News office welcomes patients from across the Peninsula.

Schedule a Consultation

Peninsula Orthodontics is proud to offer this newer treatment option for patients who want braces built around their smile. Please contact our practice to schedule an appointment and learn whether LightForce is the right fit for you.