Differences between Invisalign & Braces

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Here at Parkway Smiles, our goal is to help educate you on the best treatment options available to help bring the most out of your smile.

Each orthodontic treatment method that’s available at our office, has its own unique advantages and disadvantages. That’s why we’ve decided to create a detailed breakdown explaining the biggest differences between Invisalign and Braces.

Key differences between Invisalign & Braces

Braces	VS	Invisalign
Stainless Steel Metal Wires	Material Type	Moldable, clear plastic trays
24/7 for an average of 2 years or more!	Treatment Time	20-22 hrs/day for 6 to 24 months
Between $2999 to $6999	Cost	As Low As $1799 to $6199
High: Brush brackets and wires regularly	Maintenance	Low: Clean while normal teeth brushing
Dental Check-up every 3-4 Weeks	Follow-up Visits	Dental Check-up every 6-9 Weeks
Cannot eat sticky or hard foods	Eating & Drinking	No issues due to removable trays
May have some pain from wires & brackets	Comfort	Minor Initial Tightness from Trays

Key Differences between Invisalign & Braces

Braces	Invisalign
Stainless Steel Metal Wires	Moldable, clear plastic trays
24/7 for an average of 2 years or more!	20-22 hrs/day for 6 to 24 months
Between $2999 to $5495	As Low As $1799 to $5495
High: Brush brackets and wires regularly	Low: Clean while normal teeth brushing
Dental Check-up every 3-4 Weeks	Dental Check-up every 6-9 Weeks
Cannot eat sticky or hard foods	No issues due to removable trays
May have some pain from wires & brackets	Minor Initial Tightness from Trays

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Braces

Invisalign

$1799-$6199

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All adjustments included
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All repairs
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What is the best treatment option for you?

When comparing traditional braces versus Invisalign, it’s a really close race. Adults and teens who feel self-conscious might be interested in the discrete look of the clear aligners that Invisalign makes, however the fact that its removable is also a big draw. The most important part to remember about the success of Invisalign is that it depends almost entirely on the patient. If you don’t wear the Invisalign trays for the recommended 22 hours, they just won’t work to the same effect. With traditional non-movable braces, you won’t have a choice! There are certain instances in which Braces may be a better option.

That’s why it’s so critical to work with an experienced provider such as Parkway Smiles Dental! Our friendly, professional team has years of helping transform patients smiles with braces and Invisalign, and we’re dedicated to helping you find the most effective solution to help you get the perfect smile you’ve always wanted.

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