Custom Braces in Pasadena, CA

LightForce customized braces use 3D-printed brackets designed for your teeth. Precise fit, shorter treatment time, and improved comfort at Hambleton Orthodontics in Pasadena.

LightForce Customized Braces — 3D-Printed Orthodontic Treatment in Pasadena

LightForce uses 3D printing technology to create brackets that are custom-designed for each individual tooth, delivering a more precise, comfortable, and efficient orthodontic experience.

Hambleton Orthodontics is proud to offer LightForce as a treatment option for our patients.

Smiling mouth with metal braces and blue brackets

What Are Customized
Braces?

Custom braces offer a personalized and effective solution for straightening teeth. Each set is designed specifically for your unique dental structure, providing a more comfortable and precise fit. Customized braces often shorten treatment time by targeting tooth movement more effectively and include options like clear brackets or low-profile designs that make braces less noticeable.

A Truly Personalized
Approach

With fewer adjustments and better alignment, custom braces minimize discomfort during the treatment process. Discover the benefits of a truly customized approach to a beautiful, healthy smile at Hambleton Orthodontics in Pasadena.
Serving Pasadena Since 1955

A Third-Generation Family Practice

Hambleton Orthodontics is a third-generation, family-owned practice that has been creating beautiful smiles in Pasadena for over 70 years. With more than 18,000 smiles completed, Dr. Robert Hambleton, Dr. Lindsey Hambleton MacFarlane, and Dr. Charles Hambleton bring decades of expertise and genuine care to every patient.

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Side profile of a smiling woman with metal braces
Board-Certified Orthodontists

Expert Care You Can Trust

Both Dr. Hambleton and Dr. Lindsey Hambleton MacFarlane are Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics — a distinction earned by fewer than one-third of practicing orthodontists. This certification reflects their ongoing commitment to clinical excellence and the highest standard of care.

Advanced Technology

Precision Meets Innovation

LightForce brackets are 3D-printed using digital scans of your teeth, so each bracket is engineered to fit your unique anatomy. This level of precision means more accurate tooth movement, fewer office visits, and a more comfortable treatment experience from start to finish.

Dental professional examining a smiling patient's metal braces

Benefits of Customized Braces

LightForce customized braces offer advantages that set them apart from traditional bracket systems. Here is what makes them different.

Tailored Fit

Each bracket is designed specifically for your unique dental structure, providing a more comfortable and precise fit than standard off-the-shelf brackets.

Shorter Treatment Time

Customized braces often shorten treatment time by targeting tooth movement more effectively, getting you to your ideal smile faster.

Discreet Appearance

Options include clear brackets or low-profile designs that make braces less noticeable, giving you confidence throughout your treatment.

Improved Comfort

With fewer adjustments and better alignment from the start, custom braces minimize discomfort during the treatment process compared to traditional systems.

Frequently Asked Questions About Customized Braces

Common questions about LightForce and customized braces at Hambleton Orthodontics in Pasadena.

What are LightForce customized braces?

LightForce braces are 3D-printed brackets designed specifically for each of your teeth using digital scanning technology. Unlike traditional one-size-fits-all brackets, every LightForce bracket is engineered to match your unique dental anatomy for a more precise and comfortable fit.
Traditional braces use standard brackets that are the same for every patient. LightForce brackets are custom-made for your teeth, which means more efficient tooth movement, fewer adjustments, and often a shorter treatment time.
Yes. Because each bracket is designed to fit your individual tooth, customized braces typically cause less irritation and require fewer adjustments than traditional brackets, resulting in a more comfortable overall experience.
Absolutely. Hambleton Orthodontics is proud to offer LightForce customized braces at our Pasadena office. Schedule a consultation to find out if customized braces are the right option for your smile.

Love Your Smile with Hambleton Orthodontics

Three generations of our family have cared for Pasadena-area smiles for more than 70 years. We treat children, teens, and adults with braces, ceramic clear braces, and Invisalign, and we walk you through every step so you always know what to expect.

Hambleton Orthodontics offers a free consultation — a good way to understand your options and get honest answers before making any decisions. Take the first step and contact our office to schedule yours.