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Invisalign vs. Braces – What's Right for You?
At each of our three Engage Orthodontics locations, we proudly offer braces and Invisalign for children, teens and adults who are looking to address tooth and jaw alignment issues. But what should you choose?
At the end of the day, the answer to this question comes down to you, your orthodontic issues, your lifestyle, and even your personality.
Braces and Invisalign both offer effective orthodontic treatment and typically have comparable treatment durations. Neither option is better than the other as they each come with distinct advantages and disadvantages.
During your consultation, your orthodontist will work with you to help you pick the best option for your unique case. To prepare to make an informed decision, read below to find out what braces and Invisalign have to offer you.
Flexible Payment Plans
We believe that financial issues should never hinder access to orthodontic treatment. Whether you choose braces or Invisalign, we offer flexible payment plans to help you manage the cost.
Benefits of Invisalign
Invisalign helps to straighten teeth by applying gentle and consistent pressure to the teeth over time.
Treatment involves a series of custom-made, clear aligners. Each aligner serves a specific purpose and is then replaced with the next one until the desired results are achieved.
Virtually Invisible
Invisalign clear aligners consist of a lightweight, transparent material, which renders them nearly invisible when worn. This quality makes them an appealing choice for individuals who prefer not to have the appearance of braces.
Braces, with their metal brackets and wires, have a distinctive look that's not for everyone. While our 'clear' ceramic braces offer a lower-profile alternative to traditional braces, we find that Invisalign offers an incredibly subtle orthodontic treatment option.
Convenient & Removable
Another clear benefit of Invisalign is the convenience of removable aligners. Invisalign clear aligners can be taken out for brushing and flossing. Maintaining oral hygiene with braces can be time-consuming and challenging, but with Invisalign, you can brush and floss your teeth just as you always do.
You can remove the aligners while eating, allowing you to avoid the food restrictions associated with braces. You can also take them out for photos, date nights, and other occasions.
Comfortable
Whether you choose braces or Invisalign, you will most likely experience some discomfort at certain points of your orthodontic treatment as your teeth move into their new positions.
Invisalign's smooth design reduces friction compared to metal wires and brackets. This contributes to a comfortable treatment experience.
Invisalign or Braces in Appleton & Green Bay
At Engage Orthodontics, we offer treatment with traditional braces and Invisalign clear aligners for children, adults and teens. Our orthodontists are here to help you find the treatment option that suits your needs!
Benefits of Braces
Traditional braces use brackets, elastic bands, and wires to gradually guide and align teeth over time.
But today’s braces aren't the clunky, uncomfortable face-full-of-metal devices you might picture from decades past. Modern braces are more streamlined and comfortable than ever before.
Versatility
Braces can be used to resolve virtually any misalignment, no matter how complex. This is due to their ability to apply strong, consistent pressure to the teeth.
For complex tooth movements, like rotating teeth, lengthening them, or paralleling roots in extraction cases, braces are often an ideal treatment method.
Efficiency
Braces can apply a great amount of force for more efficient tooth movements, meaning treatment with braces may be shorter in certain moderate or complex cases.
Ease of Compliance
Traditional metal braces come with the additional benefit that you'll never need to remember to put them in as they stay affixed to your teeth for the duration of your treatment.