
Braces vs. Invisalign: Which Is Right for You (or Your Child)?
Braces handle the widest range of cases and work without cooperation. Aligners are removable and far less visible but depend on 20 to 22 hours

Braces handle the widest range of cases and work without cooperation. Aligners are removable and far less visible but depend on 20 to 22 hours

For adults with mild to moderate crowding, spacing, or relapse who will wear trays 20 to 22 hours a day, clear aligners deliver results comparable

No. Teeth move at any age because bone remodels throughout life. Adults are treated routinely in braces and aligners; the differences are treatment planning around

Ceramic braces use tooth-colored brackets that blend with enamel; metal braces use stainless steel. Both move teeth the same way and take similar time. Ceramic

For most teen cases, Invisalign can achieve results comparable to braces, provided the aligners are worn 20 to 22 hours a day. Effectiveness depends less

Your first orthodontic visit is an exam, not a procedure. Expect digital records, a look at how your teeth and bite fit together, a plain-English