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Which Orthodontic Treatment Option is Best for Me?
Our orthodontists at Nalchajian Orthodontics proudly offer both braces and Invisalign treatment for teens and adults looking to straighten their teeth. But which option is best?
Every smile is unique, and ultimately, the right answer to this question comes down to you – your orthodontic issues, your lifestyle, and even your personality.
Braces and Invisalign are both highly effective orthodontic treatment options and have very similar treatment times; neither is fundamentally better than the other, and each has its own unique benefits and drawbacks.
When you visit us for an assessment, your orthodontist will evaluate your treatment needs and run through the available options. They will chat with you about your lifestyle and budget, then work with you to ensure that the treatment you choose is the best option for your smile.
Flexible Payment Plans to Make You Smile
Investing in a straighter, healthier smile has never been easier. At Nalchajian Orthodontics, we help patients and their families manage the cost of orthodontic treatment with flexible in-house payment plans and convenient financing with CareCredit.
Benefits of Invisalign
Invisalign clear aligners apply consistent pressure over time to gradually move teeth to their new positions.
Treatment consists of a series of custom-made clear aligners. Each aligner plays its specific role and is then switched out for the next one, until the desired results are achieved.
Virtually Invisible
Invisalign clear aligners are made of a lightweight, transparent material, making them virtually invisible when worn. This makes them a great choice for people who want a lower-profile look.
Many patients undergoing Invisalign treatment find that few of the people they encounter on a day-to-day basis even notice the clear aligners. Invisalign is definitely a barely-there orthodontic treatment option.
Convenient & Removable
Another clear benefit of Invisalign is the convenience of removable aligners. Removability means your daily oral hygiene routine stays much the same as before your treatment began. Simply remove your aligners, then brush and floss your teeth as you always do.
Removable aligners also mean that there are none of the food restrictions that people often associate with traditional orthodontic treatments. You can also take them out for pictures, for date night, and more.
Comfortable
Regardless of your orthodontic treatment option, periodic discomfort is likely to happen from time to time throughout your treatment. This minor soreness is a sign that your teeth are moving towards their new positions.
That said, many people find that Invisalign's smooth construction helps minimize the friction that can lead to additional irritation of the soft tissues of the mouth, making clear aligners a comfortable treatment option.
Invisalign & Braces Treatment in Fresno and Clovis
At Nalchajian Orthodontics, we offer treatment with traditional braces and Invisalign clear aligners for children, adults and teens. Our orthodontist will help you choose which treatment option is right for you.
Benefits of Braces
Traditional braces use metal or ceramic brackets combined with elastic bands and wires to gently shift and straighten teeth over time.
But the braces of today aren't the clunky, uncomfortable face-full-of-metal that you might be picturing from decades ago. Modern braces are more streamlined and comfortable than ever before.
Versatility
Braces can be an effective way to resolve virtually any misalignment, no matter how complex. This is because of their ability to apply strong, consistent pressure to the teeth.
When it comes to more complicated corrections, such as rotating teeth, lengthening them, or paralleling roots in extraction cases, braces are typically the best treatment option for getting the job done.
Efficiency
Braces are capable of applying significant force, making them highly effective for correcting even the most stubborn and severe misalignments. This strength allows for treatment to progress as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Thanks to continuous advancements in design, modern braces are more discreet and durable than ever before, making them an excellent treatment option for patients of all ages.
Ease of Compliance
While there are lifestyle benefits to Invisalign treatment, it's important to consider whether you might be prone to taking your aligners out more often than prescribed. Not wearing your aligners for the full 22 hours each day can cause your treatment to drag on past your expected end date.
So, if you think you may have trouble staying compliant with your treatment plan, fixed dental braces could be the best treatment option for you. They'll keep you honest and get you through treatment on time.