Do Clear Adult Braces Work As Well As Traditional Metal Ones on Adults?

asked 9 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Jacqueline Demko, DDS, MSD
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Are invisalign braces the only brand of clear braces? Are they really only intended for adults that have had braces in their youth and need some refinement?

7 answers to Do Clear Adult Braces Work As Well As Traditional Metal Ones on Adults?

Clear Braces vs Metal Braces

Clear braces, for the most part, work as well as the metal braces. There can be a few shortcomings with the clear braces. Some of the clear tend to "debond" more easily from the tooth, which can prolong treatment. They also are more costly so there maybe an additional charge depending on your insurance plan. Some believe there is more friction with the clear brackets which can slow tooth movement, however clinically I have never noticed a difference and feel if it will make you... more

Jacqueline Demko, DDS, MSD
Chesterfield Orthodontist

Invisalign is not the only clear aligner

There are now many types of clear aligners available on the market. Invisalign is probably the best known. It is also involved with a great deal of research and development and they are continually updating and refining the technology so that the tooth movements are more precise and predictable. Invisalign is a great way to retreat orthodontic cases that have relapsed. That is not the only indication for Invisalign. Invisalign was initially developed for adults... more

Martin Frankel, DDS
Toronto Cosmetic Dentist

Clear braces vs metal braces on adults

I think the very most efficient tooth movers we have are the very low friction self ligating type metal braces especially like the Damon bracket that I currently use. When combined with the new "super elastic" (copper, nickel, titanium alloy) wires that we have now, I have never been able to move teeth faster with lower forces than what I can do now. It has been absolutely revolutionary in terms of our ability to acomplish things that were often difficult or... more

Clark L. Jones, DDS, MSD
Phoenix Orthodontist

Invisalign (clear braces) versus metal braces for adults

This is a bit of a loaded question as it really depends on the type of malocclusion (fancy word for the degree and type of misalignment of your teeth), and upon your treating doctor as some practitioners, even orthodontists, may feel more comfortable treating you with traditional braces. For some malocclusions, Invisalign works as well, if not better, than braces. However, for other types of malocclusions AND tooth movements (ie severe rotations and extrusion of teeth),... more

Mazyar Moshiri DMD, MS
Saint Louis Orthodontist

Invisalign works as well as tradional metal ones on adults

Two answer your questions 1) Invisalign is not the only brand of clear, it is the best know brand. But clear correct is another one. Here are some other names you may see Clarity Braces - by 3M Unitek Inspire Ice Braces - by Ormco Invu Braces - by TP Orthodontics Luxi Braces - by Rocky Mountain Orthodontics Mystique Braces - by GAC International Pure Braces - by Ortho Technology Radiance Braces - by American Orthodontics 2) Clear... more

Leonard Tau, DMD
Philadelphia Cosmetic Dentist

Invisalign braces for adult orthodontics.

There are now several companies offering "clear braces", invisalign has been providing the technology the longest and in my opinion are the leaders in this arena. The invisalign aligners in the right hands can be used to correct a variety of issues for both adults and teens. Whether relapse of earlier orthodontics or as a first time orthodontic patient in experienced hands amazing results are possible. It's all really in the hands of the doctor you choose and his/her experience. more

Dan Hagi, DDS
Toronto Cosmetic Dentist

Clear Braces Work Just As Well As Metal Ones

Brackets are just "handles" on the teeth to which orthodontic wires can be attached. The teeth do not care what they are made of or what color they are. The main people affected by which brackets you have are the orthodontist and his assistants. Metal braces are smaller and easier to work on (they have bigger undercuts). If you like the look of clear braces better, don't worry that they won't get your teeth as straight by the end of your treatment. As for alternatives to... more

Greg Jorgensen, DMD, MS
Albuquerque Orthodontist

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