SureSmile Braces in Bellevue, WA

Reviewed by Dr. Barton Soper, Orthodontist

SureSmile® is a digital braces system that uses a 3D scan of your teeth and custom-shaped archwires to move teeth more precisely. At Advanced Orthodontics Bellevue, Dr. Barton Soper uses SureSmile to plan each tooth’s movement in advance, which can mean fewer visits, added comfort, and shorter treatment than traditional braces.

If you want the proven results of braces with the precision of modern technology, SureSmile may be a great fit. At Advanced Orthodontics Bellevue, Dr. Barton Soper uses SureSmile to turn a detailed digital model of your teeth into a custom treatment plan, then shapes your wires to match that plan exactly. The result is braces that work smarter. For many patients, that means a more comfortable experience, fewer surprises, and a beautiful smile in less time. Here is how SureSmile works and what it can mean for your treatment.

What Is SureSmile?

SureSmile is an advanced braces system that combines digital imaging, 3D treatment planning, and custom-shaped wires. With traditional braces, the wires are bent by hand at each visit. With SureSmile, your wires are designed by computer and shaped with robotic precision to move each tooth along a planned path. You still wear braces, but they are guided by a detailed digital plan from the very first day.

How SureSmile Works, Step by Step

1. A precise digital scan. We capture a detailed 3D image of your teeth, with no messy molds. See our digital impressions page.
2. Customized 3D planning. Dr. Soper maps the position of every tooth and plans each movement with accuracy measured in fractions of a millimeter.
3. Custom-shaped wires. Your archwires are shaped to your exact plan, so they guide your teeth efficiently and precisely toward their final position.

Benefits of SureSmile at Advanced Orthodontics Bellevue

• Often shorter treatment. Because the plan and wires are precise from the start, SureSmile is designed to reduce time in braces, in some cases noticeably compared with traditional methods.
• Fewer office visits. More efficient tooth movement can mean fewer adjustment appointments, which is easier on busy families.
• Greater comfort. Custom wires apply steady, planned forces, which many patients find more comfortable than repeated manual adjustments.
• A precise final bite. Planning the finish in advance helps Dr. Soper fine-tune how your teeth fit together, not just how they look.

Is SureSmile Right for You?

SureSmile works for many of the same cases as traditional braces, from straightforward alignment to more complex bites, and it is available for teens and adults. The best way to know if it fits your smile is a free consultation. If you would prefer a removable, nearly invisible option, ask Dr. Soper about Invisalign® and clear aligners too. He will give you an honest recommendation based on your goals.

Schedule Your SureSmile Consultation in Bellevue

Curious whether SureSmile is right for your smile? Your first visit is free and includes a quick digital scan and a look at your options. Call (425) 747-9494 or request your free consultation online. Advanced Orthodontics Bellevue is on NE Bel-Red Road, just minutes from Crossroads and Overlake, serving Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Sammamish, and Mercer Island.