If you want a straighter smile, you’re in luck! It’s never been easier to correct orthodontic issues like crooked teeth and bite problems. There is a wide variety of treatments you can choose from, including everything from Invisalign clear aligners to ceramic braces. However, there are certainly cases where traditional braces are the best (or only) option for a straighter, healthier smile. Here are four reasons why you may want to choose braces instead of other options like Invisalign.
1.) You Have Complex Orthodontic Issues
Depending on what kind of orthodontic issues you’re facing, traditional braces may be the most effective way to fix your smile. While Invisalign and other treatments have come a long way over the years, they can’t address complex problems. Thankfully, traditional braces can reliably correct even the most complicated orthodontic issues, including:
- Severe bite misalignment
- Rotated teeth
- Significant crowding
- Large gaps between teeth
- Teeth that need to be raised or lowered
2.) Braces Require Less Daily Responsibility
The thought of having removable orthodontics may sound exciting, but this freedom comes with a lot of responsibility. It’s completely up to you to make sure that you’re wearing your aligners for enough time every day. If you don’t, your teeth could shift out of position again. What’s more, you have to keep track of your aligners and protect them as well! There are plenty of opportunities to lose or break your aligners all day long. While braces aren’t removable, you can rest assured that they are constantly working to improve your smile.
3.) Eating with Braces Is Less of a Hassle
Invisalign aligners are weaker than traditional braces. If they’re exposed to foods or drinks, they can easily bend, warp or break. If you wear Invisalign aligners, it’s essential that you take them out even when enjoying the smallest bite or sip of something. Eventually, this freedom can end up making eating such a hassle that you enjoy less of your favorite foods! In the end, simply avoiding some foods and drinks throughout your treatment may be much less frustrating.
4.) You Don’t Want Any Delays in Your Treatment
Traditional braces are one of the most reliable ways to correct orthodontic issues. This is largely thanks to the limited number of ways you can accidentally delay your own treatment. On the other hand, Invisalign aligners are easy to damage, break, lose and forget to wear. Not only is this inconvenient, but it can set you back on your treatment and increase its cost!
Remember, fixing orthodontic issues is about a lot more than just your appearance. Braces may be the best way for you to get the healthier, stronger smile you deserve!
About the Practice
Here at Milton Orthodontics, we’re passionate about helping our patients achieve better smiles for better health. Dr. Dennis Sherman has been providing high-quality orthodontic care since 1988. Thanks to his memberships in prestigious organizations such as the American Association of Orthodontics, he stays current with the latest dental technology and techniques. Whichever type of orthodontic treatment you need, we’ll make sure your journey towards a new smile is as comfortable and pleasant as possible. To learn more, we can be contacted via our website or at (617) 698-8883.