Do orthodontists still use metal braces?

Do orthodontists still use metal braces?

There have been great advances in orthodontic dentistry in recent years, including Invisalign® clear aligners. However, traditional metal braces are still popular for a number of reasons. In fact, they are often the most efficient way to correct issues, such as misalignment and overcrowding.

Do metal braces damage your teeth?

Generally, the answer to “Can braces ruin my teeth’s enamel?” is no. The braces themselves aren’t damaging. It’s up to you to protect your teeth while you have braces by taking good care of them.

Is it good to have metal braces?

Strong and Durable Given the strength of the materials involved, metal braces are highly durable and offer excellent control. The downside of this is that metal braces are more likely to cause discomfort, while the materials also – inevitably – leave you with a metallic taste in your mouth.

What are the disadvantages of metal braces?

While you have metal braces, you can’t eat certain foods including taffy, gum, corn on the cob, and other foods that get stuck in the brackets easily. Metal braces need to be tightened periodically, and this can be uncomfortable and leave your mouth sore for 2-4 days. Soft foods are recommended during this time.

Why do people still get metal braces?

Metal brackets and braces are used to gradually shift a patient’s teeth into the proper position over the course of at least a year or two. In some cases, treatment may last longer. The main goal is to find an effective way to treat problems with the bite, alignment or spacing of a patient’s teeth.

Are braces needed anymore?

But as treatment with removable clear plastic aligners moves from the adult to the younger market, orthodontists are treating more children without using traditional fixed bracket and wire braces. And now the treatment is becoming available to younger patients, even some children who still have baby teeth.

Are metal braces painful?

The honest answer is that braces do not hurt at all when they are applied to the teeth, so there is no reason to be anxious about the placement appointment. There will be mild soreness or discomfort after the orthodontic wire is engaged into the newly placed brackets, which may last for a few days to a week.

Is metal braces better than Invisalign?

Braces can achieve a better result than Invisalign. Braces have more force to move teeth into the desired position. Invisalign is limited in terms of how much teeth can be moved at a time.

Which is faster Invisalign or braces?

Is Invisalign Really Faster than Braces? In short, the answer is yes. While traditional metal braces require somewhere between 18 and 24 months, the average length of treatment with Invisalign is 12 months. However, the time needed to deliver the results you desire largely depends on how complex the treatment plan is.