Clear aligners vs. braces: which is right for your smile?

It’s a battle that’s been waged for years: clear aligners vs. braces. With so many options available now, you may be wondering which treatment is right for you when it comes to dealing with misaligned teeth. We’re here to help you weigh your options and choose the best treatment plan for having a picture-perfect smile.

Time Duration:

The orthodontic treatment through braces takes around 1-3 years, and with clear aligners, it takes about six months to 2 years, depending on the specifications of the cases.

Flexibility:

Once you get the braces, you can't take them off on your own. Clear aligners, on the other hand, are easy to take out and put back in.

Maintenance:

If your orthodontists have suggested braces as a way to fix your teeth, you must maintain good oral hygiene. You should stay away from sticky foods like chewy candies and see your orthodontist more often to keep your braces clean.

However, that’s not the case with clear aligners. They are easy to clean and you can eat anything during the treatment process. You can easily remove them while eating, drinking, flossing and brushing.

Effectiveness:

People have been wearing braces for years to straighten their teeth and improve the appearance of their smiles. The patient is unable to remove their braces, thus the treatment is more rapid and effective.

However with clear aligners the trays can be removed easily, thus patients may not always utilize it for the necessary amount of time. In addition, if you forget to wear the trays or lose them, your teeth will shift making the treatment ineffective.

Fewer Clinical Visits:

When you wear braces, you'll need to go to the orthodontist frequently for adjustments and in case of emergencies, like a wire hurting soft tissue. On the other hand, clear aligners are a convenient option because you don't have to go to the orthodontist as often and there are no emergencies.

Make the Right Choice:

Clear aligners and braces are the most recommended options for effective orthodontic treatment. Both the options have their own pros and cons so consult an orthodontist so he can decide which treatment option is the best fit for you.

So don't waste any second waiting for the smiles you deserve. Get in touch with qualified orthodontists at Orthodontic Experts to avail the best treatment.

You live for once, so smile out every moment!

Yaroslav Yarmolyuk Dds, MS