Today s metal braces and smaller and more attractive.
Ceramic braces invisalign.
Like other braces ceramic braces aren t typically covered by.
Still there are stark distinctions between the two treatments and depending on your case one may be a better fit better than the other.
Tooth colored or clear brackets that blend in with your teeth.
One of the main drawbacks of ceramic braces is they can be more fragile.
Ceramic braces also aim to be discreet such as invisalign though since a wire is used this type of orthodontic treatment is a little more noticeable than invisalign.
Dental braces are the traditional way of straightening crooked teeth using metal or ceramic brackets and wires to pressure the teeth into place invisalign is a newer more expensive technology that uses clear removable aligners.
Ceramic braces move teeth just as effectively as metal braces except the brackets are clear so they are less noticeable.
However not as conspicuous as traditional braces.
Invisalign and clear ceramic braces are both good options for someone who wants to correct their teeth inconspicuously.
They are most popular with adult patients due to their cosmetic appeal.
Invisalign is more convenient and aesthetically appealing but dentists prefer braces for certain orthodontic treatments such as cylindrical tooth rotation vertical.