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what treatment will I need?

At Invisible Orthodontics, we offer a range of orthodontic treatment options. Although we'll provide you with a recommendation of the appliance we think you'll most benefit from, this table gives you a chance to see the pros and cons of each option.

Metal braces Clear Braces Hidden Braces Invisible Braces
Will people notice my braces? Yes, people will be able
to see your braces but they are smaller than they used to be.		 Yes, but the
self-ligating brackets are small making them a discreet treatment option.		 No. These braces are
fitted to the back surface of your teeth so can't be seen		 No. Invisalign's® clear
plastic aligners are virtually invisible.
Do they work? Yes. Metal braces have
traditionally got very good results for our patients.		 Yes. These braces use the
best orthodontic technology available.		 Yes, these braces are
discreet and effective.		 Yes, and Invisalign® can
be used for most orthodontic problems.
Can I still eat with my braces on? Yes, but there are some
foods to avoid like toffee and chewing gum.		 Yes, and your braces
won't stain over time either.		 Yes, but avoid hard foods
and sugary drinks.		 Yes, because you can take
the Invisalign® aligners out to eat.
Can I clean my teeth while wearing braces? Yes, and it's important
you do to ensure your teeth stay in good health throughout your treatment
with us.		 Yes, and it's important
you do to ensure your teeth stay in good health throughout your treatment
with us.		 Yes, and it's important
you do to ensure your teeth stay in good health throughout your treatment
with us.		 Yes - it will just be
business as usual because you can take the aligners out to clean your teeth.
Are the braces comfortable to
wear?		 They are reasonably
comfortable once your mouth gets used to them.		 Yes, self-ligating
brackets are much smaller than other types of braces so are more comfortable
to wear.		 Yes, once you've got used
to having the appliance fitted next to your tongue.		 Yes! They are custom made
to your teeth so will fit perfectly.
Are braces expensive? Braces are an investment.
We offer a range of payment plans to help with treatment costs.		 Braces are an investment.
We offer a range of payment plans to help with treatment costs.		 Braces are an investment.
We offer a range of payment plans to help with treatment costs.		 Braces are an investment.
We offer a range of payment plans to help with treatment costs.