Aligners vs. braces
Aligners and braces are the two most popular options to straighten crooked teeth and fix an incorrect bite. More recently, clear aligners are winning the race and becoming more popular among dentists and patients.
Braces
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Painful
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Cause discomfort and can't be removed for eating, drinking & flossing
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03
Final treatment duration is difficult to calculate
Aligners
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Invisible and so can be worn without others noticing
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Less doctor visits
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More predictable treatment results
Ordoline Aligners
Braces
Ordoline is an advanced clear aligner treatment system. Generally speaking, aligners are more convenient teeth straightening option as they are almost invisible and do not interfere with patients' daily life. The only adjustment required is wearing the aligners for 22 hours per day.
Traditional braces are made of metal and attached to the outside of the teeth to pull them into the correct position. They are associated with enhanced pain and inconvenience. Nevertheless, people with braces do not need to be disciplined in terms of wearing hours as they cannot be removed.
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Almost invisible
(no feeling of embarassment)
01
Bulky and visible
(with traditional metal braces)
02
Pain-free experience
(only ligh tension on the first day)
02
Painful rub on the inside of cheeks and lips
(possible sores and wounds)
03
Teeth extraction is not required as frequently
03
Teeth extraction is common
04
Less doctor visits
(every 2-4 months)
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Regular doctor visits
(almost every month)
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Hardly any emergencies
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Emergency visits
(to fix broken or detached brackets)
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Convenient and can be removed when needed
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Cannot be removed
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No effect on oral hygiene
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Difficult to brush teeth
(plaque may build up around braces)
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More predictable treatment results and treatment duration
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Treatment can be longer than expected
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You can eat and drink whatever you want
(when aligners are removed)
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Many food restrictions
Conclusion
Many adults feel self-conscious about wearing braces, deterring them from getting the treatment they need and enhancing their overall quality of life as a result. On the flip side, those who decide to undergo treatment with braces often experience discomfort, pain, and subsequent inconvenience.
Aligners offer a more discreet approach to treatment and ensure that your daily habits remain unchanged. Treatment with aligners is for patients who prefer an invisible and comfortable approach to teeth straightening and have the discipline to wear them for 22 hours per day.
