Braces Vs. Invisalign

Did you attend school where kids wearing braces were referred to as metal-mouth? Most people growing up did go to school where the ugly metallic braces were given mean names like this. Yet after the joy of braces coming off they did get the reward of having straight and nice teeth. Being a pre-teen or teen though can make the psychological and social effects hard to manage. Even adults who wear metal braces can have a difficult time, especially when not being taken seriously at you place of business. Invisalign can fix your cosmetic dental problems.

Invisalign and traditional braces bear the same results of straight teeth, but there are many differences through the process. When you get metal braces they are permanently glued to your teeth for a certain amount of time, while with Invisalign the aligners can be taken off. This can be beneficial if you have any special event coming up. You will get a new set of aligners about every two weeks to wear so that your teeth can slowly move to produce the perfectly straight looking teeth you want. Your cosmetic dentist or orthodontist will lay out a strict treatment plan for you to follow usually lasting about 1 year.

While braces have rough edges that can irritate your cheeks and gums, Invisalign braces have smooth, comfortable edges that blend with your mouth. Since the Invisalign retainer can be removed cleaning your teeth and gums is extremely easy. You just follow the same cleaning process you have always had. Many times with Invisalign you will also get to see a computer simulation of your teeth being aligned, which is a great motivational factor for many patients. It can also be extremely educational and explain the process better. Thoroughly research before choosing a cosmetic dentist or orthodontist that is right for you and ask them for more information and medical advice.