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Compare appearance, daily care, and treatment routines to explore which option fits your unique smile.
YOUR SMILE, YOUR OPTIONS
Invisalign and braces gradually move your teeth according to a personalized treatment plan. At Wildflower Orthodontics, our team evaluates your teeth and bite, then explains which options fit your needs.
Invisalign uses a series of custom-made, removable clear aligners. You progress through the sets according to your prescribed schedule, with appointments to check tooth movement and aligner fit.
Braces use brackets attached to your teeth and a connecting archwire. Regular appointments allow Dr. Giasi to check your progress and make adjustments throughout treatment.
Both options require daily care and follow-up appointments. The differences below can help you prepare questions for your consultation.
| Consideration | Invisalign | Braces |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear and discreet, although not completely invisible. | Metal brackets and wires are visible. Traditional elastic ties offer color choices. |
| Daily routine | Generally worn for 20–22 hours a day, following your prescribed instructions. | Brackets remain attached throughout treatment, with daily cleaning and care required. |
| Meals | Remove aligners for eating and keep them safe while they are out. | Avoid hard, sticky, and crunchy foods that could damage brackets or wires. |
| Cleaning | Remove aligners to brush and floss, and clean the aligners regularly. | Clean carefully around brackets and wires using recommended tools. |
| Appointments | Progress checks and reviews of aligner fit. | Progress checks and adjustments to the braces. |
| After treatment | Wear retainers as directed to help maintain alignment. | Wear retainers as directed to help maintain alignment. |
Treatment length, comfort, and cost vary with individual needs. Our team will explain your recommended options, estimated timeline, and pricing so you can compare them before deciding.
Our team will assess your teeth and bite and explain what each suitable option could achieve. The necessary tooth movements help guide the recommendation.
Consider how you’ll manage aligner wear, cleaning, and meals. With braces, think about cleaning around brackets and making braces-friendly food choices.
