{"id":23,"date":"2018-04-01T19:18:04","date_gmt":"2018-04-01T19:18:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nelsondentalcarela.com\/blog\/?p=23"},"modified":"2018-04-27T19:18:22","modified_gmt":"2018-04-27T19:18:22","slug":"invisalign-metairie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nelsondentalcarela.com\/blog\/2018\/04\/01\/invisalign-metairie\/","title":{"rendered":"Want Help Choosing Between Braces or Invisalign in Metairie?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-24\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nelsondentalcarela.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/image-2018-04-27-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman holding a clear tray and braces\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nelsondentalcarela.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/image-2018-04-27-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nelsondentalcarela.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/image-2018-04-27.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If you\u2019ve always been bothered by your less-than-perfect smile and want to straighten your teeth, you\u2019ll be glad to know that you have a couple of different choices. For many decades the only option was traditional braces, but fortunately, that\u2019s no longer the case!<\/p>\n<p>Modern options like Invisalign in Metairie offer the same great results as braces &#8211; without the hassle of brackets and wires. It\u2019s always worth it to do a bit of research before committing to treatment, so we\u2019ll get you started by explaining the benefits of Invisalign and what you can expect from the procedure. Keep reading to learn more!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What Can You Expect From Invisalign?<\/h2>\n<p>Orthodontics straighten the teeth by applying pressure to each tooth over time. While braces rely on metal brackets to create this movement, Invisalign uses clear, plastic trays called aligners.<\/p>\n<p>Clearly, (no pun intended) one of the biggest advantages of this option is that it\u2019s invisible! Particularly if you have any big events or photographs coming up, you won\u2019t have to worry about having \u201cmetal mouth.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>But the benefits don\u2019t end there. Here are some other great perks of Invisalign:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Less treatment time<\/strong> \u2013 The average length of time in Invisalign is only 12 months.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fewer visits <\/strong>\u2013 Instead of coming in monthly for adjustments, as you would with braces, you\u2019ll only have to come in every six weeks to get new aligners and have your progress checked.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diet <\/strong>\u2013 You won\u2019t have to avoid any of your favorite foods because you\u2019ll be removing your trays prior to meals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Comfort <\/strong>\u2013 Without the irritation from metal brackets and wires, your cheeks, lips and gums will be much more comfortable for the duration of your treatment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hygiene <\/strong>\u2013 It\u2019s very difficult to effectively remove cavity-causing plaque and food debris when you have braces. With Invisalign, you can simply remove your trays before brushing and flossing. When you\u2019re done, you\u2019ll not only have a straight smile, but a healthy one too!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Invisalign is a wonderful option for a wide variety of patients. However, if your crowding is particularly severe, your dentist may recommend braces instead.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re wondering if you\u2019re a good candidate for Invisalign, your best bet is to schedule a consultation with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nelsondentalcarela.com\/invisalign.html\">Invisalign certified<\/a> dentist in Metairie.<\/p>\n<h2>What Can You Expect From Traditional Braces?<\/h2>\n<p>Traditional braces typically take between 18-24 months to straighten the teeth. Once they\u2019ve been put on, visits to the orthodontist\u2019s office are required every four weeks to have them adjusted.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the drawbacks, braces can be a good option for two types of patients:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Children and teenagers<\/strong> \u2013 It\u2019s not uncommon for young patients to struggle with keeping their Invisalign trays in for the recommended time each day. Braces remove any compliance issues so that treatment is completed on time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Severe crowding<\/strong> &#8211; As mentioned before, braces may also be the best choice for severe crowding or bite issues, but this is determined on a case-by-case basis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now that you know more about your choices, you can make an informed decision about which one is right for you. You\u2019ll be on your way to a beautiful, straight smile in no time!<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. James Nelson is a general, restorative and cosmetic dentist who is also Invisalign certified. He\u2019s seen firsthand the positive effects that a great smile has on his patient\u2019s lives, and loves being able to offer them an invisible, convenient alternative to braces. If you have any questions, he can be reached through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nelsondentalcarela.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at (504) 887-3311.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve always been bothered by your less-than-perfect smile and want to straighten your teeth, you\u2019ll be glad to know that you have a couple of different choices. For many decades the only option was traditional braces, but fortunately, that\u2019s no longer the case! Modern options like Invisalign in Metairie offer the same great results [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Want Help Choosing Between Braces or Invisalign in Metairie?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are you trying to decide between braces or Invisalign in Metairie but aren\u2019t sure where to start? We can help! 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