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Often people cannot decide whether they should prefer Invisalign or braces while consulting their orthodontist. As a matter of fact, both procedures are meant to correct misaligned teeth and help improve our smile.
It will be better to consult with Dr. Bala, at his Bala Smiles clinic, who is one of the well-known orthodontists of the country. He will surely help you to choose between braces and Invisalign for your case.
Let us compare these two procedures briefly in this post.
- Your specialist orthodontist is going to use a few clear aligners that can easily be removed whenever you want in case of Invisalign.
However, if you prefer braces, which is a traditional method, where certain wires and metal brackets will be used.
- Your orthodontist will create Invisalign by using a plastic that matches your gums and face, which will be quite comfortable.
In case of the braces, you may face a bit of discomfort as it may need adjustments at times.
- Invisalign will be a bit costlier option as compared to braces. However, if you can afford it then it is worth spending.
- Comparatively you will find Invisalign is much easier to maintain in the longer run as compared to braces.
A few more comparison
1) Duration of treatment
Invisalign treatment typically lasts 12 to 18 months, depending on alignment severity, while braces generally take 18 to 24 months. For more complex issues, braces might be needed for over two years.
2) Comfort and appearance
As mentioned before, Invisalign is made out of plastic, which remains invisible and quite smooth, too. On the other hand, you may face a little discomfort with braces.
The pain experienced due to metal braces
The discomfort associated with metal braces is widely recognized, and many personal accounts highlight the pain they can cause.
If you ask people who have used metal braces, most of them will complain that often, they experience a little pain and discomfort.
If you prefer to go for braces, then remember that during the initial period of about a couple of weeks, you are likely to experience severe pain particularly in your jaw and also in your face.
Due to such pain, you may also likely spend a few sleepless nights and often curse your orthodontist. Your orthodontist will, however, prescribe you a painkiller and suggest you apply ice on the affected area. He will also ask you to take soft foods.
Whenever your braces will be tightened, you will experience pain again. The metal used in the braces may rub on the sensitive tissues of your mouth, and as a result, sores are likely to develop inside your cheeks.
The pain experienced in Invisalign
On the other hand, there will be a very slight pain in case you opt for Invisalign. This pain will remain mostly during the initial few days after the procedure. However, as compared to metal braces it is less painful.
Here, you have the flexibility to remove your aligners so that you can eat any kind of foods you desire. Also, you will not have any sores in your mouth.
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