Metal Braces
Traditional metal braces provide precise, dependable tooth movement and can treat many types of crowding, spacing, and bite concerns for children, teens, and adults.
Learn About Metal Braces2115 S 4th St. Office #13
Leavenworth, KS 66048
Mon-Thurs: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fry Orthodontics provides braces, clear ceramic braces, and Invisalign for children, teens, and adults in Leavenworth and nearby communities. Our goal is to make orthodontic care easier to understand from the first exam through the final retainer check, with clear recommendations, convenient appointments, and a treatment plan built around your smile.
Orthodontic treatment is a partnership. Learn more about the communication, support, and personalized care patients can expect throughout treatment.
Dr. Kelly Tabacchi completed both dental school and her specialty residency in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics at the University of Missouri–Kansas City. She graduated salutatorian with distinction from dental school and has practiced orthodontics in the Kansas City area for more than 20 years.
Her approach combines the science of tooth and bite movement with careful attention to each patient’s goals, comfort, and long-term oral health. At the Leavenworth office, Dr. Tabacchi helps children, teens, and adults understand their options and choose treatment based on what their smile actually needs.
The best appliance depends on the movement your teeth need, how your bite fits together, and what works well with your day-to-day routine.
Traditional metal braces provide precise, dependable tooth movement and can treat many types of crowding, spacing, and bite concerns for children, teens, and adults.
Learn About Metal BracesClear, removable Invisalign aligners may be a good fit for teens and adults who want a less noticeable treatment option and can wear aligners consistently.
Learn About InvisalignCeramic braces use tooth-colored brackets to provide the control of fixed braces with a subtler appearance than traditional metal brackets.
Learn About Clear BracesOrthodontic treatment is an investment in long-term oral health and confidence. Fry Orthodontics explains estimated treatment costs, insurance benefits, and available payment choices before you decide how to move forward.
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View Affordable Payment OptionsOrthodontic treatment usually includes a series of progress visits, so having experienced care close to home can make the process easier for families balancing school, work, sports, and other commitments. Fry Orthodontics provides a Leavenworth location where patients can receive ongoing doctor-led care without routinely traveling into the Kansas City metro.
Our team also helps patients understand the full treatment process, including appliance care, appointment timing, what to do during an orthodontic emergency, and why retainers matter after active treatment ends.
Our Leavenworth office welcomes patients from Leavenworth, Lansing, Fort Leavenworth, Basehor, Tonganoxie, and surrounding Leavenworth County communities.
Orthodontic treatment can improve individual tooth position as well as how the upper and lower teeth fit together.
Your orthodontist will evaluate your teeth and bite before recommending braces, clear braces, Invisalign, or another treatment approach.
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The first visit gives you useful information about your teeth, bite, possible treatment choices, and next steps.
Tell us what concerns you, what you would like to improve, and whether you have had orthodontic treatment before.
We examine tooth alignment, spacing, jaw position, and how the upper and lower teeth fit together.
You will learn which options may be appropriate, why they are recommended, and what treatment may involve.
See the office before your first appointment and get a better feel for the environment where our Leavenworth team cares for patients.
Answers to common questions patients ask when comparing orthodontists, braces, Invisalign, treatment costs, and first visits.
Fry Orthodontics is located at 2115 S 4th St., Office #13, Leavenworth, KS 66048. The office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Both orthodontists and some general dentists can provide Invisalign treatment, but orthodontists complete several additional years of specialized education focused specifically on tooth movement, bite correction, and jaw alignment. That advanced training allows orthodontists to diagnose and treat more complex orthodontic issues while creating a treatment plan designed for both aesthetics and long-term oral health.
At Fry Orthodontics, Invisalign treatment is planned and overseen by orthodontic specialists who focus exclusively on straightening teeth and correcting bites. Fry Orthodontics is also a Sapphire Invisalign Provider, a distinction earned by treating a high volume of Invisalign patients and demonstrating extensive experience with clear aligner therapy.No. You can schedule a free orthodontic exam directly with Fry Orthodontics without a referral. We can also coordinate with your general dentist when routine dental care or other treatment is needed.
Fry Orthodontics offers metal braces, clear ceramic braces, and Invisalign. The right option depends on your tooth movement, bite, treatment goals, and whether a fixed or removable appliance is the better fit.
The cost varies based on treatment type, case complexity, treatment length, insurance benefits, and payment preferences. During your free exam, the team provides a personalized estimate and reviews available payment options.
Treatment time varies because every smile and bite is different. Your orthodontist will estimate the expected timeline after evaluating your teeth and will monitor progress throughout treatment.
Yes. Adults can receive orthodontic treatment when their teeth, gums, and supporting bone are healthy enough for tooth movement. Depending on the case, metal braces, ceramic braces, or Invisalign may be considered.
Many children benefit from an orthodontic evaluation while adult teeth are still developing. An early exam does not automatically mean braces are needed right away; it helps the orthodontist identify growth, spacing, or bite concerns and recommend the right timing if treatment may be helpful.
If a bracket, wire, aligner, or other appliance is causing a problem, contact the Fry Orthodontics team for guidance. Many minor issues can be managed temporarily at home, while broken or uncomfortable appliances may require an office visit. You can also review our orthodontic emergency guidance.
Yes. Retainers help hold teeth in their corrected positions after active orthodontic treatment. Your team will explain when to wear your retainer, how to care for it, and options for protecting your smile long term, including Fry Orthodontics' Digital Retainer Guarantee.
Decades of experience, specialized orthodontic training, and a patient-first approach to healthy, confident smiles.
Choosing an orthodontist is about more than deciding between braces or Invisalign. It is about finding a team you trust to explain your options clearly and focus on long-term oral health as well as creating a confident smile.
Since 1977, Fry Orthodontics has helped more than 50,000 patients improve their smiles through personalized orthodontic care. That experience includes minor spacing concerns, complex bite problems, and many treatment needs in between.
Every new patient begins with an evaluation of how the teeth, jaws, and bite work together. Our orthodontists combine specialty training with digital technology, detailed planning, and ongoing progress checks to support accurate and efficient treatment.
The patient experience matters as much as the clinical side of care. From the first consultation through retention, Fry Orthodontics emphasizes clear communication, respect for your time, and a welcoming environment where questions are encouraged.
Meet Dr. Kelly Tabacchi and the Leavenworth team, learn what may be affecting your smile or bite, and receive a personalized recommendation before deciding whether to begin treatment.
Families in Leavenworth have unique scheduling needs, from busy school calendars and extracurricular activities to military commitments associated with nearby Fort Leavenworth. Choosing a local orthodontist can make treatment more convenient by reducing travel time and making it easier to stay on track with regular adjustment and progress appointments. At Fry Orthodontics, we work with children, teens, and adults throughout Leavenworth, Lansing, Fort Leavenworth, Basehor, Tonganoxie, and surrounding communities, providing personalized orthodontic care close to home.
Whether your child attends Leavenworth High School, Lansing High School, one of the area's elementary schools, or you're an adult looking to improve your smile, our team is committed to making orthodontic treatment fit your lifestyle. We understand that every patient has different goals, concerns, and schedules, which is why we take the time to explain treatment options, answer questions, and develop a plan that works for your family.
From early orthodontic evaluations and traditional braces to Invisalign treatment for teens and adults, Fry Orthodontics provides comprehensive care backed by decades of experience and more than 50,000 smiles treated. Our Leavenworth office offers the convenience of local care combined with the resources, technology, and expertise of one of the region's most established orthodontic practices, helping families achieve healthy, confident smiles for years to come.
Meet the Fry Team and learn more about the benefits of orthodontic treatment and how we provide the best braces in Kansas City.
Meet the Fry Team and learn more about the benefits of orthodontic treatment and how we provide the best braces in Kansas City.
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