Straightening
your teeth can have lasting benefits. It can booth your confidence.
When your teeth are straight, they are easier to clean.
If
you’re thinking about straightening your teeth, you may be wondering
if you should invest in Invisalign or braces. Although both options
can straighten your teeth, each has different benefits. Let’s compare
Invisalign
in Elk Grove Village
and braces.
Appearance
Invisalign
uses a clear tray to straighten your teeth. This tray is made from a
medical-grade plastic. When you wear Invisalign, other people may not
be able to notice that you’re wearing them. You can remove the
Invisalign tray from your mouth.
Braces are constructed using
wires, brackets and rubber bands. They are easily noticeable. Braces
can’t be removed from your mouth. If you play sports, you’ll have to
be careful when you wear braces.
Duration
of Treatment
To
maximize your results, you’ll have to wear your Invisalign tray for
22 to 24 hours each day. Depending on your desired results, you’ll
have to wear the tray from 6 to 18 months.
When you have
braces, you’ll have to wear them for 24 hours a day. Many patients
wear their braces for up to 24 months.
Cleaning
The
Invisalign tray can be removed when it’s time to brush and floss your
teeth. Invisalign comes with a cleaning system.
It’s easy to
take care of your teeth with braces. Simply brush and floss your
teeth twice a day with a regular toothbrush and
toothpaste.
Interested in learning more about Invisalign
options in Elk Grove Village? Call Brian
Homann DDS
to schedule a consultation. The services we provide at our dental
office include snap-on smile, composite restoration, dentures,
partials, preventive dentistry, root canal treatments and sleep apnea
dentistry. For additional information about Brian Homann DDS, visit
www.elkgrovevillageILdentist.com.
