Invisalign vs Braces: What's the Difference?

 

Whether you are a parent of a teen in need of braces, or an adult seeking treatment for your own teeth, choosing the appropriate treatment can be somewhat difficult and costly too. There are many different types of treatments and new technologies in the dental field today, perhaps this article will help you to decide whether Invisalign or traditional metal braces are right for you and how to obtain either one for thousands less.

With traditional braces, there are many benefits including cost and efficiency of treatment. They are the least expensive options although the price point can go up depending on the brand and required treatment. Some metal braces are less noticeable than others and do not use uncomfortable elastic bands. But more importantly, traditional metal braces are commonly used when treating severe orthodontic problems that cannot be easily fixed by Invisalign.  

On the other hand, there are tons of benefits to Invisalign treatment. They are more esthetically pleasing than metal braces, easier to maintain and highly more effective at treating mild to moderate dental problems. This includes a wide range of tooth alignment concerns as well as most series bite issues. And although they can’t be used for some severe cases, most people will be eligible for Invisalign if their orthodontist deems it appropriate.

Of course the most obvious reason why people choose Invisalign is the fact they are mostly invisible and far more attractive than metal braces. This is generally a main concern for today’s active teens as well as busy adults who worry about how the look of metal braces may affect their professional life. Teenagers in particular dislike metal braces because it makes them stand out, and can severely hinder their lifestyle through food and routine restrictions. But image aside, Invisalign can be great for maintaining good dental hygiene and avoiding tooth decay.  This is because metal braces typically make brushing and flossing so difficult while Invisalign can easily be popped out before eating and cleaning at any time.

Whether you are considering metal braces or Invisalign treatment for yourself or your children, you are sure to find many choices in San Antonio and the surrounding areas. But no one can provide you with the high quality treatment and give you great results while saving you thousands of dollars like Texas Orthodontics. As San Antonio’s premier orthodontic care center, Texas Orthodontics has set out to revolutionize the industry by offering both traditional braces and Invisalign for thousands less than anywhere else. In fact, you can obtain Invisalign treatment for less than what most other orthodontists would charge for metal braces.

So be sure to visit their website at www.texasorthodontics.com or call (210) 354-3131 to schedule your complimentary patient consultation. Their friendly, professional orthodontic care specialists will help you acquire the beautiful smile you always wanted.