Aligners4U – A gateway to an “Aesthetic SMILE4U”
Aligners V/s Braces: Aligners and Braces are two forms of orthodontic therapy designed to improve oral health and the appearance of crooked teeth, but they accomplish these goals in slightly different ways and come with a unique set of advantages and disadvantages.
Traditional Metal Braces: Metal brackets, wires, and rubber bands are the components that make up traditional metal braces. These components gradually shift the teeth into the desired position by putting pressure on the teeth. In most cases, the wear time for braces ranges from one year and a half to three years, and they need to be adjusted on a regular basis by an orthodontist.
Clear or Invisible Aligners: Aligners are comprised of a number of transparent plastic trays that are detachable and used to gradually move teeth into the ideal position. In most cases. For best results, Aligners should be worn for 20–22 hours each day and should be replaced once every two weeks. Depending on the severity of the condition, the length of time required for therapy can range anywhere from 6-18 months.
Advantages Of Aligners over the Traditional Braces
The following are the advantages of aligners over braces:
- Almost Invisible: As the aligners are fabricated from clear, transparent plastic, which when worn are almost undetectable. Hence, they are widely preferred as an orthodontic treatment.
- Aesthetic Looks: As they are quite invisible as they are tooth coloured and gel with the tooth colour, they give an aesthetic look to the person wearing them. Whereas one who wear the braces feels quite uncomfortable as they are clearly visible and may be quite unpleasant to the eyes.
- Comfort and safety: Aligners are very comfortable to wear and are gentler option for the teeth as compared to the Braces. They are fabricated from plastic which are smooth and comfortable to wear and safe for the enamel . They do not cause irritation or pain in the gums and the inner cheeks as in the case of the braces. As the braces are made of metal brackets and wires which may cause irritation, rashes and pain, damage the enamel by continuously scratching.
- Easily Removable: Unlike braces, aligners are removable very easily. They can be removed while eating, brushing and flossing and also can be washed frequently. This makes it easier to maintain good oral hygiene. Whereas in the cases of braces, they can’t be removed so often which hinders a lot in maintaining good oral health
- Food: One can eat a variety of food when undergoing Aligner Treatment as they are removed while eating. Whereas in the case of Braces, one faces a lot of food restrictions, in particular the sticky foods, in order to maintain dental hygiene and avoid bad breath, gum disease etc.
- Adjustments not required: Aligners do not require any adjustments once worn. Each aligner is replaced by another aligner after every 15 days as there are a set of aligners in the treatment plan. Whereas, in the case of braces require regular adjustments have to be made to the wires and brackets to keep the teeth moving in the desired direction.
- Treatment Period: Treatment time taken for Aligners is much less, 6-18 months, as compared to the braces, which invariable take 18-36 months
- Predictability & Efficiency: In the case of Aligners, even before commencing the treatment, an orthodontist with the help of modern digital 3D technology, can demonstrate to a patient final results of the treatment. This ensures that the patient get enough clarity regarding the treatment process.
Conclusion: In view of the above advantages, which are quite significant, aligners are a aesthetically better, comfortable, convenient, and successful option in the cases teeth straightening. They are, hence a widely preferred option over traditional braces. Although Aligners are not recommended for severe malocclusions and misalignment, where braces are more beneficial, it is suggested that before taking any final decision singularly, one should consult an expert dentist or an orthodontist.
Aligners4U – A gateway to an “Aesthetic SMILE4U”
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