Your smile is an important part of your overall appearance and, for an even smile you will need aligned and healthy teeth. When the teeth of your two jaws are not aligned properly they will result in crooked teeth or a bad bite. The problem is not merely cosmetic but problematic in a pathological sense and can lead to pain and difficulty in chewing. This condition runs in families or can also develop due to dental injuries or tooth loss. Dental braces and Invisalign aligners are employed by Orthodontists to offer a solution for your crooked teeth and bad bite.
Braces
What Are Braces?
Dental braces help restore your bad bite by correcting the crookedness of your teeth and the space between them. Braces not only yield cosmetic results, they also improve your oral health.
You can decrease the risk of dental problems such as tooth decay, gingivitis, or even tooth loss by following your dental hygiene routine. Cleaning your aligned teeth is easier and can lead to better oral health. Braces can be made of metal, ceramic, plastic, or a combination of these materials. Braces and brackets can be customized from person to person and may be applied as a fixed or removable system.
How Are Dental Braces Applied?
The process of restoring your teeth with the help of dental braces begins with their initial placement. The braces are then adjusted periodically until the desired results are achieved, which typically occurs between 1 to 3 years. They will be replaced by a retainer to stabilize the restored teeth.
Invisalign
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign is an advanced technique for transforming your smile by applying transparent aligners. Invisalign aligners are flexible and you can remove them whenever you need to. Invisalign offers various solutions, coming in different versions:
- Invisalign Full is the most common type which is used for treating severe cases;
- Invisalign lite is the proper therapy for less complex issues;
- Invisalign / I7 is recommended for rapid developments in cases involving just a few teeth;
- Invisalign Teen: designed for adolescents with growing mouths that are still changing.
Invisalign vs. Braces
Both dental braces and Invisalign aligners have the same effects with different features. To decide which one is the right option for you, there are some items to consider:
- Appearance is the most important difference between braces and Invisalign.
Invisalign aligners are transparent and virtually the same color as natural teeth. They are made from a clear plastic material while braces are metal.
- The process of straightening your crooked teeth is not a restful experience and can be quite painful. Invisalign seems to be more comfortable than traditional dental braces.
- Effectiveness is another difference. Invisalign trays are removable and there is a risk of forgetting or misplacing them which can cause your teeth to shift while you are not wearing them. Traditional braces are also more helpful for severe cases of teeth misaligning and bad bites.
- Convenience Invisalign is more convenient, because you can remove the aligners when you want to eat or drink. You can also clean your teeth easier by taking the Invisalign aligners out.
Finally, it all comes down to your personal choice of whether to benefit from braces or aligners. However, you need to find a qualified orthodontist to help you choose your treatment plan. You can contact us with any queries.
Backed by decades of experience, our professional staff at Aria Dental offers personalized solutions for your oral problems. Here, we are committed to providing the highest standards of dentistry for all oral issues from routine checkups to complex therapies in a convenient environment. You can find responses to all your dental queries with various services at Aria center.
Our dentists tend to save every tooth with same-day emergency care, even on Saturdays. If you’re in California, you can easily find us in Orange County, if not, look no further. We are with you on phone for a free consultation.
