While metal braces have silver brackets and wires and can have an array of colorful elastic bands, ceramic braces are the same color as a person’s teeth.

Ceramic braces are similar to metal braces in terms of structure, but they’re less noticeable because they use clear or tooth-colored brackets rather than gray or metallic-colored components.

If you're getting braces, you may be wondering, how are braces put on? From spacers to bands, brackets, and wires, we explain the process and what to expect on the big day.