I am struggling making a decision about getting treated with invisalign braces vs. traditional braces. I have gone to several orthodontist consultations and have either been told only traditional braces will work or that invisalign is a better option. I would prefer invisalign for the aesthetic reasons (I’m 25 years old professional). Would you recommend invisalign braces vs. traditional braces? P.S. I am not interested in jaw surgery (only want to improve my open bite as much as possible)
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