Skip to main content

Braces or Invisalign?

      BRACES OR INVISALIGN 

 Dental professionals uses braces or Invisalign in straightening the teeth of their patients.Teeth straightening is done to give them an ideal position, improve their look, and promote proper function. Invisalign utilizes a set of clear plastic trays as a means of achieving the position. While braces,  usually make use of metal wires with an aim of getting the most ideal movement or position for the teeth.

Pros of Invisalign-


1• Comfort: Invisalign is much more physically comfortable to wear. you don’t have to worry about getting any painful nicks or cuts in your mouth because  there are no wires or brackets.They are smooth and won’t irritate your mouth. 

2.More Attractive: Since Invisalign is clear, it doesn’t leave you with a mouth full of metal. In other words, they are more attractive to the eye, and most people won’t even know you are wearing them. 
3.Convenience: Invisalign has become a norm for straightening the teeth, which means that you don’t necessarily have to deal with metal braces. 
4• Can be Removed: Invisalign aligners can be removed for eating, brushing your teeth and flossing. That is something that cannot be done with braces. 

5.Minimal Maintenance: Invisalign aligners require minimal maintenance. They can get dingy over time when you wear them, but you can freshen them by using a toothbrush dipped in a small amount of bleach and water. 


Cons of Invisalign-


1.Expensive     

Invisalign is a very expensive procedure. 


2.Required to Wear Them 22 Hours Per Day: Invisalign must be worn a minimum of 22 hours per day. 

3.Tooth Discomfort: Getting new Invisalign aligner trays can be uncomfortable and even painful when you get fitted for a new set.

4.Attachments: More and more attachments to go along with Invisalign have become the norm.

Are braces better than Invisalign?


Dental professionals uses braces or Invisalign in straightening the teeth of their patients.Teeth straightening is done to give them an ideal position, improve their look, and promote proper function.lnvisalign utilizes a set of clear plastic trays as a means of achieving the position. Traditional braces, on the other hand, usually make use of metal wires with an aim of getting the most ideal movement or position for the teeth.The good thing about orthodontic dental treatments that use braces or Invisalign is that they do more than just straighten the teeth. They also help in correcting bite issues that often require special diagnosis and treatment.



Benefits of Invisalign
. A set of clear, computer-generated trays is ideally worn 24 hours a day with change-outs every 15 day.There are certain trays that can last for six months to one year.  Biggest advantages is that the trays are relatively invisible. Hence the name Invisalign.It does not affect your speech so wearing Invisalign provide comfort.



BRACES OR INVISALIGN AFTER A TOOTH EXTRACTION OR WISDOM TEETH REMOVAL

BRACES OR  TOOTH EXTRACTION OR WISDOM TEETH REMOVAL





Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Bleaching / Teeth whitening/ Bleaching discoloured teeth

 Bleaching / Teeth whitening/ Bleaching discoloured teeth Cosmetic dentistry has become an integral part of restorative dental practice.  It is generally perceived that whiter teeth enhance the beauty of a person's smile.  Etiology of Tooth discolouration- What is teeth discolouration??  TOOTH DISCOLOURATION - It refers to change in the colour or translucency of a tooth due to extrinsic or intrinsic factors.  Extrinsic discolouration- These include strains that are deposited on the external surface of the tooth.  Frequent intake of coffee, tea, red wine, carrot, oranges, etc can stain the teeth.  Poor oral hygiene and chronic smoking are also frequent causes of extrinsic factor.  Another common cause of extrinsic factor include chromogenic bacteria and prolonged use of mouthrinses containing chlorehexidine.  Intrinsic discolouration- These occurs because of stains incorporated within the tooth structure due to various reasons- 1) Intrapulpal ...
8 comments
Read more

Complications in oral surgery

 Complications in oral surgery INTRODUCTION Oral surgical procedures can be compli cated by various untoward incidents d uring the surgery or in the recovery phase. The best way in the management o f complications is prevention. CLASSIFICATION The complications can be classified as follows- 1. Intra-operative complications- a) Local complications b) Systemic complications. 2. Post-operative complications- a) Immediate Local complications Systemic complications. b) Delayed Local complications Systemic complications. Intra-operative complications a) Haemorrhage.  b) Nerve injury.  c) Oro-antral perforation and fistula formation.  d) Oro-nasal fistula.  e) Fracture of the bone or tooth.  f) TMJ dislocation.  g) Displacement of tooth into spaces.  h)Fracture of maxillary tuberosity.  i) Damage to the adjoining dental structures.  j) Angio-neurotic oedema.  k) Emphysema Post-operative complications a)Infec...
4 comments
Read more
                          VITAMIN B 12  It is also known as Anti-pernicious anemia vitamin.  It is a unique vitamin synthesized by only microorganisms and not by animals and plants.  CHEMISTRY- The empirical formula of vitamin B12( cyanocobalamin) is  C63H90N14O14PCo.  The structure of vitamin B12 consist of corrin ring with a central cobalt atom.  There are 2 coenzyme forms of vitamin B12 a) Methyl cobalamin In which cyanide is replaced by methyl group.  b) 5-Deoxyadenosyl cobalamin- Cyanide is replaced by 5 deoxyadenosine forming an unusual carbon cobalt bond.   ABSORPTION, TRANSPORT AND STORAGE- The vitamin B12 is present in the diet in a bound form to proteins. B12 is liberated by the enzymes ( acid hydrolases) in the stomach. The dietary source of B12 is known as extrinsic factor of castle. The stomach secretes a special protein called intrinsic factor (IF). The cobalamin ...
Post a Comment
Read more