Everyone deserves a smile they’re proud to call their own, and at Arizona Smile Designers, our mission is to help you achieve one. As a practice offering both comprehensive dental treatment and orthodontic treatment in Cottonwood, AZ, we understand what it takes to engineer a truly great smile. If you’re planning to straighten your teeth with orthodontic treatment, we’re excited for you. But you have a choice to make: should I straighten my teeth with braces or Invisalign?
Choosing between braces and Invisalign is a major decision that will affect the rest of your orthodontic treatment. So how do you know which is right for you?
Ultimately, it comes down to what you, personally, want out of treatment. Metal braces are the oldest and still the most popular form of orthodontic treatment, offering a durable, reliable path to a new smile that’s extremely cost-effective. Metal braces are strong and sturdy, and we can use them to treat any kind of orthodontic condition.
Invisalign uses a fundamentally different method to straighten the teeth, relying on clear, removable aligners instead of brackets and wires. The aligners are virtually invisible when worn and are taken out to eat, drink, brush, and floss. This means Invisalign is almost unnoticeable in social situations and won’t show up in photos, and it also allows you to eat any of your favorite foods and perform oral hygiene as normal. However, in exchange for these benefits, Invisalign is somewhat more expensive than braces.
Choosing between braces and Invisalign is a tough decision, but it’s one you’ll have to make in order to achieve your new smile. Thankfully, you’re not alone: the only way to decide for sure which treatment is right for you is through a consultation with one of our expert orthodontists. Ready to find out which treatment is best for you and start on the road to a new smile? Take the first step: schedule your consultation today!
