Dra. Cléo Salustiano Braces and Clear Aligners in Mooca, São Paulo
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Quick summary: braces and clear aligners+
Braces and clear aligners straighten teeth and correct the bite with gentle, steady pressure. Options include fixed braces (metal or tooth-colored) and clear aligners. They're recommended for crowding, gaps and misalignment, after checking your oral health. Treatment involves diagnosis, regular adjustments and then a retainer to maintain the result. The length of treatment is individual and explained openly, with no promise of an exact timeline, following the rules of Brazil's Federal Council of Dentistry (CFO) and the São Paulo Regional Council of Dentistry (CRO-SP).
What are braces and clear aligners?
Orthodontic appliances are used to straighten teeth and correct the way they fit together, known as your bite. Using gentle, steady pressure, the teeth are gradually guided into the planned position, improving both function and appearance.
There are different types, such as fixed braces (metal or tooth-colored) and removable clear aligners. Each option has its own features, and the choice takes into account your case, your routine and the goals set at your orthodontic assessment.
Who it's for
Orthodontic treatment is often recommended for crowded or crooked teeth, unwanted gaps, a misaligned bite and other issues that affect chewing or the balance of your smile. Both adults and teenagers can benefit, always after an assessment that checks the health of the teeth and gums.
Before any braces or aligners are placed, it's important to treat cavities, inflammation or anything else that needs attention. The type of appliance and the estimated treatment time are individual and clearly explained in your treatment plan.
How it's done
Treatment starts with a diagnosis, which may include imaging and records of your teeth. Based on this, the type of appliance and the tooth movement plan are defined. Once the braces or aligners are in place, regular adjustments keep the alignment moving forward over the months.
How long it takes varies a lot with the complexity of the case and how each person responds. Keeping up with oral hygiene and attending follow-up visits are an essential part of the process, and everything is explained step by step, with no promise of an exact timeline.
Care and maintenance
While wearing braces or aligners, oral hygiene needs extra attention, with careful brushing and the use of floss or special brushes. Some very hard or sticky foods may be best avoided to prevent damage, and you'll get these instructions at the start of treatment.
After the active phase, a retention phase usually follows, which helps keep the teeth in their new position. Following the retainer instructions and keeping up with check-ups is what protects the result over the long term, always following the rules of the São Paulo Regional Council of Dentistry (CRO-SP) and Brazil's Federal Council of Dentistry (CFO).
How long does treatment with braces take?
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It varies with each case and how each person responds. The estimate is set at diagnosis and reviewed during follow-up visits.
Do clear aligners work for every case?
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Aligners work in many situations, but not all. Whether they're right for you depends on an orthodontic assessment of your case.
Can I book an orthodontic assessment online, without calling?
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Yes. Use the "Book" button on this website or on Dr. Cléo Salustiano's Google profile to see open times and book your assessment yourself, any time of day or night, without calling or waiting for a reply. If you'd like to ask questions first, you can always reach us on WhatsApp.
Will I need a retainer afterwards?
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In most cases, yes. A retainer helps keep your teeth in their new position and is part of the treatment plan.
Does Dr. Cléo offer Invisalign?
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Yes. Dr. Cléo Salustiano (CRO-SP 170844) works with Invisalign, one of the clear aligner brands, as well as fixed braces. The choice between options is always made at an individual assessment.
Where can I get braces in São Paulo's East Zone?
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Dr. Cléo Salustiano (CRO-SP 170844) sees patients at Rua Hipódromo, 1141, in Mooca, São Paulo, in the heart of the East Zone, Monday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., in Portuguese, English and Spanish. The assessment determines the type of appliance and the plan for your case.
How does orthodontic treatment work?
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Gentle, steady forces move the teeth gradually into the planned position, correcting alignment and bite. It can be done with fixed braces or aligners. Treatment follows a series of stages and ends with a retainer, which maintains the result.
Braces or clear aligners: which should I choose?
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It depends on your case and your routine. Fixed braces work around the clock and don't rely on discipline, but they're more visible. Aligners are discreet and easy to clean, but you have to wear them for the recommended hours. Your assessment determines the right option for you.
How long does treatment take?
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Anywhere from a few months to a few years, depending on how complex the case is and how closely you follow the instructions. There's no fixed timeline. An estimate is given during planning, with no guaranteed timeframe, because every body responds differently to tooth movement.
Can adults get braces?
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Yes. There's no age limit for orthodontics; what matters is the health of your teeth and gums. Many adults get treatment, and aligners are popular because they're discreet. Your assessment determines the right approach for your age and your case.
Do I need any exams before getting braces?
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Usually, yes. Imaging helps plan tooth movement precisely and check the teeth, roots and bone. This is what makes treatment safe and predictable. Whether you need them is decided at your first assessment, based on your case.
Do braces hurt?
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It's common to feel some discomfort or pressure in the first few days after braces are placed, or after each adjustment or new set of aligners, and it goes away. The rest of the time, treatment is usually comfortable. The dentist will show you how to ease any soreness.
Do you see patients from Brás, Belém and Tatuapé?
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Yes. The office is in Mooca, easy to reach from Brás, Belém, Tatuapé and other neighborhoods in São Paulo's East Zone. We're open Monday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., with booking through Doctoralia or WhatsApp.
Can I whiten my teeth or get veneers while wearing braces?
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The order matters: teeth are usually aligned first, and cosmetic work (whitening, veneers) comes after, once the teeth are in their final position. With fixed braces, whitening isn't done during treatment. Your plan sets the right sequence for your case.
Does oral hygiene change with braces?
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Yes, it needs more attention, especially with fixed braces: a soft or orthodontic toothbrush, floss with a floss threader, and interdental brushes. Good hygiene helps prevent white spots, cavities and gum inflammation during treatment. People with braces usually have dental cleanings more often.
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