{"id":20,"date":"2019-10-02T01:46:33","date_gmt":"2019-10-02T01:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.willowrundental.net\/blog\/?p=20"},"modified":"2019-11-02T01:48:39","modified_gmt":"2019-11-02T01:48:39","slug":"invisalign-vs-braces-which-is-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.willowrundental.net\/blog\/2019\/10\/02\/invisalign-vs-braces-which-is-better\/","title":{"rendered":"Invisalign Vs. Braces \u2014 Which Should I Choose?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you have misaligned teeth, you may be considering\northodontic treatment. That is a wise decision. Straightening crooked teeth will\nbenefit your long-term oral health and may even give you a confidence boost.\nStill, even after you decide to receive orthodontic treatment, you have an\nimportant choice to make: will you opt for Invisalign or traditional metal\nbraces? In this blog post, we will discuss both treatments so you can gain a\nbetter idea of which one may be the right choice for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Is Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Invisalign uses a series of clear, custom-made plastic\naligners to apply gentle pressure to the teeth. Over time, that pressure moves\nthe teeth into their proper positions. You just have to wear each aligner for\napproximately two weeks before moving onto the next one in the series. They are\nalso removable, which means that you will not have to make any major\nadjustments to your eating and oral hygiene habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In traditional metal braces, a series of brackets get bonded\ndirectly onto the teeth. The brackets hold a thin wire in place. Together, the\nbrackets and wire apply pressure to the teeth to gradually move them into their\ncorrect places. The braces get tightened at periodic appointments to ensure\nthey continue to apply the right amount of pressure. Metal braces have been\naround for generations, and they have a proven track record of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Am I a Candidate for Invisalign or Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many people with orthodontic issues are a candidate for\neither treatment. However, Invisalign may not be able to correct cases of\nsevere misalignment; it is often the best choice for mild to moderate problems.\nAlso, while braces can be used to treat patients of practically any age, only\nteenagers and adults are viable candidates for Invisalign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you visit your dentist to talk about your treatment\noptions, they will evaluate your oral health and let you know whether you are a\ncandidate for braces, Invisalign, or both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which Should I Choose?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your dentist tells you that either Invisalign or braces\nwould work for you, which one are you going to select? Most people choose\nInvisalign because it offers a number of advantages over braces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n