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What Orthodontic Treatment Option is Right for You?
At CDF Family Orthodontics, we proudly offer both braces and Invisalign options for children, teens, and adults who are looking to straighten their teeth. But which choice is best?
Ultimately, the answer to this question really depends on your orthodontic needs, lifestyle, and personal preferences.
Both braces and Invisalign are effective orthodontic choices, offering similar treatment times. Each option has its own considerations, and your orthodontist will walk you through them so you can feel confident in your decision.
During your consultation, your orthodontist will help you choose the most suitable treatment option for your specific case. To make an informed choice, continue reading below to learn about what braces and Invisalign can provide you.
Payment Plans & Financing Options
At CDF Family Orthodontics, we believe that finances should never be a barrier to essential health care. To help our patients manage the cost of orthodontic treatment, we offer flexible payment plans and convenient financing with CareCredit.
Benefits of Invisalign
Invisalign uses a series of custom, clear aligners that apply gentle, consistent pressure to guide teeth over time. Each aligner is worn for a set period before moving to the next in the sequence.
Virtually Invisible
Invisalign clear aligners are made of a lightweight, transparent material, making them nearly invisible when worn. This makes them an ideal choice for people seeking a subtle appearance.
Many Invisalign wearers find that most people they meet daily don’t even notice the clear aligners. Invisalign is definitely a subtle orthodontic treatment option.
Convenient & Removable
Another clear benefit of Invisalign is the convenience of removable aligners. Removability allows you to keep your daily oral hygiene routine almost the same as before starting your treatment. Just take out your aligners, then brush and floss your teeth as you normally would.
You can also remove the aligners to eat, which means you don't have to deal with any food restrictions. Additionally, you can take them out for pictures, date night, and other occasions.
Comfortable
No matter which orthodontic treatment you choose, you may experience occasional discomfort during the process. This slight soreness indicates that your teeth are shifting toward their new alignment.
That said, many people find that Invisalign's smooth design helps reduce the friction that can cause more irritation to the soft tissues in the mouth, making clear aligners a comfortable treatment choice.
Invisalign & Braces in Media & Wallingford
At CDF Family Orthodontics, we offer treatment with traditional braces and Invisalign clear aligners for children, adults and teens. Your orthodontist will help guide you toward the option that works best for you.
Benefits of Braces
Traditional braces use brackets, elastics, and wires to help move teeth into alignment. Today’s braces are designed to be more streamlined and comfortable than in previous decades.
Versatility
Braces can correct a wide range of misalignments, regardless of complexity, due to their capacity to exert strong, steady pressure on the teeth.
For more complex corrections, such as rotating teeth, lengthening them, or paralleling roots in extraction cases, braces are usually the best treatment option to accomplish the task.
Efficiency
Braces can apply strong force, making them very effective at fixing even the most stubborn and severe misalignments. This strength helps treatment progress as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Thanks to ongoing advancements in design, modern braces are now more discreet and durable than ever, making them an excellent treatment choice for patients of all ages.
Ease of Compliance
While removable aligners offer some great lifestyle benefits, it's helpful to think about how consistently you'll be able to wear them as recommended. Sometimes, it can be easy to forget to put them back in or to take extra 'breaks' when you're feeling a bit sore, which is completely understandable.
If you think you may have a tough time staying compliant with your treatment plan, fixed dental braces could be an ideal option for you. They'll keep you honest and help you complete your treatment on time.