Unfortunately, not every person can be born with a bright, shiny, perfectly aligned set of teeth. Many of us have a perfectly acceptable smile, but with a few flaws, such as improperly matched teeth. If you are suffering from such issues as overbite, you'll naturally be wondering what techniques for improvement are available from your local orthodontist.
Braces Vs. Invisalign: Which Is The Winner?
As it happens, there are now two classic straightening techniques available on the modern international market place. There is the tried and true solution of getting braces. And now there is a whole new system called Invasalign. As the Invisalign system is so new and so suddenly popular among a whole new generation of malocclusion sufferers, there is naturally quite a bit of controversy regarding which technique is actually superior.
The Benefits Of Invisalign
Invisalign is a relatively new invention which employs clear plastic alignment system to slowly move your teeth into their proper positions. This technique stands in contrast to the traditional method of using braces, which consist of a system of brackets and wires to straighten your teeth.
Using Invisalign to straighten your teeth certainly has its perks and benefits. For example, Invisalign is certainly less visible. It's made of clear, transparent plastic, and is hardly noticeable by outsiders. For people whose egos may suffer from the "uncool" factor of traditional braces, Invisalign is certainly a welcome alternative.
Invisalign is also generally much more comfortable. It's made of plastic, not metal, so the system is much gentler on your cheeks and lips than the wires and brackets associated with traditional braces. Another perk of Invisalign is that the system is more convenient to employ. Simply pop your Invisalign into your mouth in the morning, and off you go.
There are also less "check-up" visits to the orthodontist to interfere with your weekly schedule. You don't have to change your diet because there are no wires and brackets for food to get caught in. And there's no special cleaning needed. You simply take out your Invisalign, and wash it off, more or less as you would a pair of dentures.
The Benefits Of Traditional Braces
Of course, traditional braces also possess their share of special perks and benefits. For one thing, the technology behind braces is tried and true. Dentists have been using this system for 150 years now.
Braces tend to work faster than Invisalign (an average of 6 months vs. 9 months). Invisalign is still a relatively new technology, with some bugs in the system that are still being worked out. For example, certain rare and complex orthodontic issues are better solved with braces than with Invisalign.
Another benefit that comes with using traditional braces is the fact that you can't forget to put them in in the morning. Once installed, braces are there to stay. And you also don't have to clean your teeth after every meal, the way that you do while using Invisalign.
Which Choice Is Right For You?
The ultimate factor in deciding if you want braces or Invisalign may come down to the cost of each. At the time of writing, the cost for both is very comparable, averaging between $4000 and $5000 in both cases. In the end, only a qualified orthodontist will be able to answer this question with authority.
About Author:
Cammie Channing is a dental hygienist and health writer from Tucson, Arizona. She writes about orthodontics, skincare, and general health among other things.
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