{"id":24,"date":"2015-08-13T20:44:56","date_gmt":"2015-08-13T20:44:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.princealbertdental.com\/?p=24"},"modified":"2015-08-13T20:44:56","modified_gmt":"2015-08-13T20:44:56","slug":"teeth-straightening-has-gotten-personal-metal-braces-vs-invisalign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.princealbertdental.com\/blog\/2015\/08\/13\/teeth-straightening-has-gotten-personal-metal-braces-vs-invisalign\/","title":{"rendered":"Teeth Straightening Has Gotten Personal: Metal Braces vs. Invisalign"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Invisalign<\/a>Choosing the teeth-straightening treatment that\u2019s perfect for you can sometimes be a daunting task. It usually comes down to the main two choices, which we happen to offer \u2013 metal braces and Invisalign. There are a few factors that play into each treatment, as some cases won\u2019t be able to be solved by Invisalign alone. What you\u2019ve probably heard is that Invisalign is state-of-the-art and can invisibly straighten people\u2019s teeth. There\u2019s no lying \u2013 it\u2019s all true. However, while one patient may jump at the chance for Invisalign treatment, another may opt for traditional treatment involving metal braces. There\u2019s no right or wrong way to straighten your teeth because the job will get done eventually. Outlying the benefits of each can help you decide which treatment option is the best for your particular dental situation. Our office in Prince Albert, SK<\/a> enjoys giving your patients choices when it comes to beautifying their smiles. It\u2019s orthodontics Prince Albert residents can use to their advantage.<\/p>\n

So, what\u2019s it going to be \u2013 Invisalign or metal braces?
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Good Ol\u2019 Metal Braces, Prince Albert<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve been living under a rock since forever, you probably wouldn\u2019t know that metal braces are and always have been the traditional choice for teeth-straightening treatment. We\u2019re guessing you haven\u2019t been living under one, so chances are you\u2019ve heard of metal braces. Here\u2019s what you should know about them \u2013 pain is a major part of treatment. Sorry, it just is. If you think about it, it makes sense. Your teeth are actively being moved to their rightful positions, so naturally there is going to be soreness and other related pain issues. You\u2019ll need to hunker down and get comfortable with them, too. Treatment time averages five years. Plus, you\u2019ll have to deal with metal in your mouth and prickly wires that sometimes come loose.<\/p>\n

None of these side-effects are impossible to deal with. You won\u2019t be in excruciating pain, just some slight discomfort. Metal braces are still applied for a reason \u2013 they get the job done. There are so many smiles that have been beautified by metal braces that we\u2019ve lost count!<\/p>\n

New-Age Treatment: Invisalign, Prince Albert<\/h3>\n

While similar to metal braces, Invisalign is different in many aspects. First, the aligners are made of clear plastic, so nobody will ever know you\u2019re actively straightening your teeth. Second, you can remove the aligners anytime you\u2019d like, unlike with metal braces. This is great because you won\u2019t have to worry about food particles sticking to the aligners.<\/p>\n

Did we mention that treatment time is slashed in half? Sometimes, treatment can last for as few as six months, depending on the severity of the misalignment. It\u2019s new-age treatment that can give you a straight smile in half the time and do it comfortably. It\u2019s no wonder why more and more patients are choosing Invisalign.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Choose Alone \u2013 Schedule a Consultation<\/h3>\n

All misalignment issues are corrected according to the severity of misalignment issues. Invisalign may not be right for you, but deciphering that information is what our dental team will do. Our goal is to get your teeth looking beautiful, and a straight smile helps with that. We gladly serve everyone in the Prince Albert, SK<\/a> area, including Cecil, Davis, Honeymoon, Kalyna, Crutwell and beyond.<\/p>\n

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Choosing the teeth-straightening treatment that\u2019s perfect for you can sometimes be a daunting task. It usually comes down to the main two choices, which we happen to offer \u2013 metal braces and Invisalign. There are a few factors that play into each treatment, as some cases won\u2019t be able to be solved by Invisalign alone. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[14,16,21,24,31,36,40],"yoast_head":"\nTeeth Straightening Has Gotten Personal: Metal Braces vs. Invisalign - Prince Albert Dentist | Jerry Janzen DMD | Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Teeth straightening is one of the most popular orthodontic treatments, and it's easy to see why. 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