Clear Braces

Choosing the right path to a better smile is a pretty important decision for our Nashville based patients! Here at Music City Orthodontics, we've got a few great ways to get you there​

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Clear Braces vs. Metal Braces

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What They Look Like: The big difference here is looks. Clear braces use brackets that are either tooth-colored or see-through ceramic. This means they blend in much better with your teeth compared to traditional metal braces, so they're not as noticeable.​

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How Well They Work: Good news – both clear and metal braces are really effective for fixing all sorts of teeth issues, from a little bit of crowding to more complex bite problems. They both use the same tried-and-true system of brackets and wires.​

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What They're Made Of: Clear braces are made from a strong ceramic material, while metal braces use high-quality stainless steel. Both are tough, but ceramic can be a little more delicate, so you'll need to be a bit more careful with them.​

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How They Feel: You might have some initial soreness with either type, but most people get used to it pretty quickly.

 

Clear Braces vs. Invisalign

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Appearance: Invisalign are basically invisible trays that you can take out. Clear braces are fixed to your teeth but are designed to be subtle.​

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The Way They Straighten: Clear braces use brackets and wires to constantly move your teeth. Invisalign uses a series of custom trays that you switch out every week or two to gradually shift your teeth.​

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Who They're Best For: Clear braces can often handle more complicated teeth alignment issues. While Invisalign is super versatile, some more complex tooth movements might work better with braces.​

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Your Part in Treatment: Since clear braces are attached to your teeth, they're always working. Invisalign needs you to wear them for about 20-22 hours a day to really do their job.​

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Taking Care of Them: With braces, you'll need to be extra careful when brushing and flossing around all the parts. Invisalign comes out when you eat and clean your teeth, which can make things easier, but you do have to clean the aligners themselves regularly.

 

What's Right for You?

 

The best choice really comes down to what your specific teeth need, your lifestyle, and what you prefer in terms of looks. Dr. Singh can chat with you about all the options that would work for you during a free consultation right here in Nashville.