{"id":363,"date":"2017-09-24T16:10:14","date_gmt":"2017-09-24T16:10:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.generationsdental.com\/blog\/?p=363"},"modified":"2017-10-24T16:11:26","modified_gmt":"2017-10-24T16:11:26","slug":"invisalign-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.generationsdental.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/24\/invisalign-3\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Difference Between Lingual Braces and Invisalign?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"PortraitMost adults have something they\u2019d like to fix about the alignment of their teeth — maybe a small gap here or a little crowding that throws your whole smile out of whack. But as much as they wish for straighter, more attractive teeth, many people past a certain age still can\u2019t bear the thought of wearing conventional metal braces.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Still though, more adults are getting braces than ever these days\u2026 thanks to options like lingual braces and <\/span>Invisalign<\/span><\/a>. Maybe you have heard a little about each, but do you really know how they work?<\/span><\/p>\n

Your Options in Adult Braces<\/span><\/h2>\n

Adults who want to improve the alignment of their bite can choose between lingual braces and Invisalign. Both are effective in treating issues like tooth crowding and gapped teeth as well as overbite, underbite, and crossbite. <\/span><\/p>\n

Invisalign works using a series of clear plastic aligners that place pressure on different areas of the bite throughout treatment. The aligners are removable so you do not have to modify what you eat — simply slip them out before meals and snacks and crunch away on your favorite foods. Brushing and flossing are also as easy as ever thanks to removable aligners. <\/span><\/p>\n

Lingual braces are just like conventional metal braces, except that they\u2019re attached on the backside of your teeth. Here, the brackets and wires are hidden from view — but they may be uncomfortable for some patients. Lingual braces also present the same challenges with brushing and flossing as conventional braces. <\/span><\/p>\n

Which One Is Right for You?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Talk to your cosmetic dentist or orthodontist about whether or not you could benefit from lingual braces or Invisalign. <\/span><\/p>\n

In general, Invisalign is a wonderful option for patients who\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n