{"id":55,"date":"2023-01-08T18:49:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-08T18:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorksmilecare.com\/blog\/?p=55"},"modified":"2023-02-02T18:49:15","modified_gmt":"2023-02-02T18:49:15","slug":"invisalign-or-metal-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yorksmilecare.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/08\/invisalign-or-metal-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"Invisalign or Metal Braces: Which One is Better?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorksmilecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_351658232__1___1675363417_31585.jpg\" alt=\"Young woman wearing her Invisalign\" class=\"wp-image-56\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorksmilecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_351658232__1___1675363417_31585.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.yorksmilecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_351658232__1___1675363417_31585-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yorksmilecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_351658232__1___1675363417_31585-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in straightening your teeth, you\u2019ve taken the first step on a journey that will make a massive change in your life. It can\u2019t be overstated how much a straight smile can improve the way you look and feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, there\u2019s one important question that\u2019s worth considering: should you get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorksmilecare.com\/invisalign.html\">Invisalign<\/a> or traditional metal braces? Both have their benefits, so here\u2019s a guide that can help you decide between the two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits Of Metal Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Metal braces are probably the orthodontic treatment you\u2019re most familiar with. That familiarity may be a benefit in itself, as most people in your life will probably have a better understanding of what you\u2019re going through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orthodontists often have a better understanding of how to fix more complicated issues than with Invisalign because they\u2019ve been around for so much longer. In fact, some issues (like heavily rotated teeth) can only be repaired by metal braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, metal braces are irremovable, which means that there\u2019s no risk of accidentally losing them when you take them out. Cleaning is also arguably simpler because you can brush them along with your natural teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Invisalign<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of Invisalign aligners&#8217; biggest benefits are self-evident; they\u2019re much more subtle than metal braces, which can be a huge benefit for some people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re also able to remove them when you eat, which means that you won\u2019t have to abide by the same dietary restrictions as with metal braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some patients also feel that clear aligners are a little bit more comfortable than metal braces because there aren\u2019t any brackets rubbing against their lips and cheeks. While both treatments will just require some getting used to, Invisalign isn\u2019t a little more low-profile, which can make that transition easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I Get Invisalign or Metal Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, you might want to ask a dentist for advice as to which orthodontic treatment is best for you. As was mentioned earlier, some patients may not be able to fix their problems with Invisalign exclusively, so a dentist will let you know what your options are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, keep these things in mind at your consultation; they\u2019ll make you a well-informed patient, and will give you a better idea of what to ask your dentist about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Biju Cyriac has been practicing dentistry for over 30 years, and in that time, he\u2019s learned how to offer comfort to even the most anxious patient. 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