Braces vs Aligners: You Have Choices!

When it comes to straightening smiles today, there's a lot to consider. At Woodfin Cabassa Orthodontics, we specialize in treating orthodontic cases with various treatment options to ensure our patients feel confident with their treatment plan and smile throughout their orthodontic journey. From traditional braces to Damon Smile Braces, Invisalign, and Invisalign Teen, we can create a custom treatment plan that fits your lifestyle. Best of all, there is no difference in pricing. We aim to remove any barriers to achieving the smile of your dreams.

So, Let’s Talk About Those Choices!

Traditional Braces

In the past, traditional braces were the only option to correct issues like crowding, overbite, and crooked teeth. Brackets cemented to the face of the tooth hold a wire that runs lengthwise to apply pressure, moving teeth into place with ties that secure wires to the brackets. Patients experience slight adjustments over time as the orthodontist applies treatment every few weeks.

Why we like it: Tried and true!

Damon Braces

At Woodfin Cabassa Orthodontics, we use Damon braces because they are a revolutionary orthodontic treatment option that combines advanced technology with a patient-centric approach. Unlike traditional braces that use elastic bands to hold the archwires in place, Damon braces feature a self-ligating mechanism. This mechanism employs a sliding door or gate to secure the archwire, reducing friction and allowing for more natural and efficient tooth movement.

Why we like it: Damon braces have redefined the orthodontic experience, offering an effective, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing solution for achieving a flawless smile.

Invisalign Clear Aligners

Aligners are a clear plastic dental appliance offering an alternative to traditional braces. The doctor takes a digital scan of the patient's teeth, creating a 3D image used to create a set of aligners made from a clear material. Patients wear them 20 to 22 hours daily (removing them only to eat and brush). Each aligner slightly adjusts the teeth according to a predetermined plan mapped out by the doctor.

Why we like it: Practically invisible, great outcomes, eat whatever you want; easier hygiene and brushing throughout treatment.

What’s Right for You?

Deciding between aligners and braces can be difficult, with many factors to consider for both the patient and doctor. Clear Aligners allow for more freedom and are virtually invisible compared to braces, but compliance is key to achieving successful results.

Contact Us Today! Our friendly team is waiting to answer any of your questions and start you or your child on a path to a gorgeous smile. Contact us today for a complimentary virtual or in-person consultation! Call us at any of our local offices: Pensacola: (850) 477-2180 Gulf Breeze: (850) 934-2828 Perdido: (850) 477-2180.