{"id":2965,"date":"2016-07-27T11:45:11","date_gmt":"2016-07-27T11:45:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.parklaneorthodontics.co.uk\/?p=2965"},"modified":"2023-03-05T13:39:16","modified_gmt":"2023-03-05T13:39:16","slug":"park-lane-pros-cons-invisalign-vs-fixed-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/parklaneorthodontics.co.uk\/blog\/park-lane-pros-cons-invisalign-vs-fixed-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"Park Lane \u2013 pros &#038; cons: Invisalign vs fixed braces"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Fixed metal braces and Invisalign treatment both carry many different benefits and one may suit one patient and not another. Here, we outline the differences and advantages&nbsp;of each treatment.<\/p>\n<h5>Invisalign<\/h5>\n<p>Firstly, what is Invisalign? A set of custom made clear, removable aligners used to straighten your teeth. These are specially made in a dental laboratory as they are a bespoke fit for your teeth\u2019s structure and shape. Invisalign places responsibility and control into the patient\u2019s hands, as they need to be routinely replaced every 2 weeks in order to yield successful results. Invisalign&#8217;s popularity has rapidly grown over the past few years, with many celebrities embracing this method due to its versatility and discreet appearance.<\/p>\n<h5>Benefits of Invisalign:<\/h5>\n<div class=\"custom_link_left\">\n<ul>\n<li>As Invisalign is a removable treatment, you are still able to enjoy your favourite foods without&nbsp;jeopardising your treatment. Fixed braces can be difficult to clean out as food can become easily lodged amongst the in\u2019s and out\u2019s of your appliance.<\/li>\n<li>Invisalign is a set of clear aligners, designed to be discreet.<\/li>\n<li>Invisalign tends to&nbsp;be&nbsp;more comfortable treatment than a fixed appliance.<\/li>\n<li>As you have a series of aligners you may not need to attend as frequently as a fixed brace, and if you have to delay an appointment new aligners could be posted to you &#8211; so this is a great option for someone who has to travel for work or is away at school.<\/li>\n<li>You can whiten your teeth at the same time (over 18&#8217;s only)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h5>Fixed braces<\/h5>\n<p>This is the most common type of treatment amongst children and teens but can also be used by adults. They can be metal, cosmetic or fitted behind the teeth for a more discreet option.<\/p>\n<h5>Benefits of fixed&nbsp;braces:<\/h5>\n<div class=\"custom_link_left\">\n<ul>\n<li>As they are a fixed appliance, they are there 24\/7 helping move your teeth as&nbsp;fast as possible<\/li>\n<li>You don&#8217;t have to remember to put them in &#8211; so if you will struggle to comply with wearing aligners 22 hours a day this will be more reliable<\/li>\n<li>If there are finishing adjustments needed it can be done to the wire or brackets whereas alginers may need to be remoulded and remade (which may mean a delay)<\/li>\n<li>There is an established long track record of their effectiveness for ALL types of orthodontic problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fixed metal braces and Invisalign treatment both carry many different benefits and one may suit one patient and not another. Here, we outline the differences and advantages&nbsp;of each treatment. Invisalign Firstly, what is Invisalign? A set of custom made clear, removable aligners used to straighten your teeth. 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