SureSmile v. Invisalign
SureSmile® is one of the newest orthodontic treatments on the market.
Invisalign® is one of the mos popular ways to correct crooked teeth.
What is the difference?
SureSmile®
SureSmile® uses traditional brackets and wires, but instead of Dr. Tipton moving teeth by adjusting the wires by hand, he moves the teeth in a 3-D model on the computer and then, he sends the image to Dallas where directs the a robot to form the wires that are more accurate than manually bending the wires.
Greater accuracy means a faster, more precise treatment time. SureSmile® can reduce treatment times by up to 40 percent. It means fewer office visits, less discomfort and a more perfect, precise smile.
Invisalign®
Invisalign® is a series of invisible aligners (or invisible braces) that are removable. These aligners help to gently reconfigure your smile – without the discomfort of traditional braces.
The invisible aligners can be removed to eat, drink, brush and floss and are worn for approximately two- three weeks each, until they have straightened to a final position.
Which one is right for me?
SureSmile® is best for any kind of straightening or alignment of teeth. Because it uses the traditional brackets and wires system, it is suitable for complex cases, very irregular teeth, and bite adjustments. It can be used on children, teens and adults and offers a much shorter treatment time than standard braces. Dr. Tipton has more control of the teeth.
Invisalign® is recommended primarily for patients who have had braces before and want or need only minor adjustments to their teeth. Because the aligners cannot correct complex cases or bite problems, they are recommended primarily for adults who just need slight cosmetic modifications. Aligners do not correct the relationship of how the upper and lower teeth fit together.
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do you have any pictures of the suresmile system i have a lot of invisalign patients that may benefit from this in the UK
i had traditional braces for 3 years and because i didnt wear my retainers i had to get invisalign. Invisalign was great for me and the doctor said that if it existed when i was a child it would have been great for my case! I didnt have anything too serious! Now my daughter needs to get them si this is a really great article so im preped about what to ask the doctor! Thanks!
Great stuff though!