Both straighten teeth. The better choice depends on your teeth, your routine and how you live. Here's an honest comparison, plus a six-question quiz to help you think it through.
Maybe you're a parent weighing options for your child. Maybe you've wanted straighter teeth for years but aren't sure aligners can handle your case. Either way, the right answer isn't the same for everyone, and sometimes it's braces. Let's look at both.
The short answer: both work
Braces use small brackets bonded to your teeth and a wire your dentist adjusts at each visit. They stay on until treatment ends, so they work around the clock without any effort from you.
Invisalign® uses a series of clear, removable aligners. You switch to a new set every week or two, and each one moves your teeth a little closer to your goal. They work when you wear them, which means 20 to 22 hours a day.
How they compare
Pick a topic to see how braces and Invisalign® compare.
When braces may be the better choice
Braces may suit you better if you, or your child, would find it hard to wear aligners 20 to 22 hours a day, or if your case involves tooth movements that fixed appliances handle more predictably. Your dentist will tell you honestly if that's the case.
When Invisalign® may suit you better
Invisalign® may suit you better if you want treatment that's hard to notice at school or work, or if you play contact sports. It also lets you keep eating your favorite food, like chewy or crunchy food that would be a challenge with braces, and you can see a preview of your plan before you commit.
Take the quiz: Find Your Fit
Get a definite answer
The quickest way to know is a consultation and 3D scan. Join us at MetroDental's 3-Day Invisalign® Weekend, October 23 to 25, at our clinic at The Podium, Ortigas Center. Enjoy a complimentary consultation, a complimentary oral digital scan, ₱30,000 off* Invisalign® treatment and exclusive freebies. To book, call or text 09171247929 or book your appointment here.
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Results and treatment times vary. Suitability for Invisalign® is determined by your dentist after an assessment. Invisalign® and ClinCheck are trademarks of Align Technology, Inc.
