Braces or Invisalign
Traditional braces use metal brackets and wires that stay put for the whole treatment. Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners you take out to eat and clean. For most mild to moderate crowding and spacing the results are comparable - the difference is visibility and convenience.
Severe cases can still need fixed braces. We do not offer metal braces here, so if that is what your case needs we will tell you plainly and refer you.
What treatment involves
A scan and a 3D plan showing the projected end result, then a set of aligners worn 20 to 22 hours a day and changed roughly weekly. Check-ins every six to eight weeks. Most courses run six to eighteen months depending on how far the teeth have to move.
Keeping the result
Teeth drift back without retention. A retainer after treatment is not optional, and we would rather say that now than after the aligners come off.
Common questions
Can I get Invisalign with complex orthodontic issues?
Invisalign handles many cases, but severe ones may need fixed braces. We will assess and tell you honestly at the consultation. We do not offer metal braces.
How long does Invisalign take?
Usually six to eighteen months, depending on how much movement is needed.
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