Comparing Braces
At South Beach Clinic in Greystones, Ireland, we are proud to offer a variety of modern braces designed to fit your lifestyle including invisalign, angel aligners, traditional, ceramic and lingual.
Your Specialist Orthodontist will walk you through the best options for your smile during your initial consultation. To help get you started, we’ve provided a summary chart below of each type of brace we provide and if you have any further questions, feel free to ask us when you visit our practice.
Invisalign
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Invisalign aligners are custom-made, clear plastic trays designed to gradually straighten teeth using a series of removable, nearly invisible appliances. Made from a patented SmartTrack material, these aligners apply gentle pressure to specific teeth and are swapped out every one to two weeks as your smile transforms. Because they are removable, you can maintain your normal diet and oral hygiene routines, provided you wear the trays for at least 20 to 22 hours daily.
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Invisalign® aligners provide a nearly transparent way to straighten your teeth without anyone noticing. text goes here
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Invisalign® is an effective solution for orthodontic concerns ranging from mild to highly complex.
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You can easily maintain your oral health with Invisalign®. Since the aligners are removable, you won't have to change your brushing or flossing routine while perfecting your smile.
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You'll find Invisalign® aligners incredibly comfortable. Since they’re custom-made for your mouth and have smooth edges, you won't have to worry about them poking or irritating your cheeks and lips.
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Since Invisalign® fits so easily into a normal routine, most people have no trouble following the treatment guidelines.
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You can remove your Invisalign® aligners whenever you need to, but remember to aim for 22 hours of wear time each day.
Angel Aligners
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Angel Aligners are a premium clear aligner system that uses a unique "7+3" dual-material approach and a matte, frosted finish to straighten teeth discreetly and comfortably.
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Angel Aligners offer a highly discreet, natural look through a frosted, anti-reflective finish and high-clarity material that mimics the texture of real teeth while resisting stains.
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Angel Aligners are highly effective, offering up to 60% predictability in tooth movement and potentially reducing overall treatment time by up to 30% through the use of high-performance materials.
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You can absolutely maintain excellent oral health while using Angel Aligners. In fact, because they are removable, many people find it easier to keep their teeth clean compared to traditional metal braces.
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Because angel aligners are made of a smooth, flexible plastic rather than metal brackets and wires, they don't have the sharp edges that typically cause mouth sores. Comfort is assured.
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Angel Aligners typically require a high level of patient compliance, necessitating 20 to 22 hours of daily wear to remain effective and stay on schedule with the prescribed treatment plan.
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Angel Aligners are designed to be removable, but because of this, it depends entirely on how much you actually wear them. We recommend taking them out several times a day to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Traditional Braces
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Traditional braces consist of metal brackets and wires attached to the front of your teeth. These wires are tightened over time to help move your teeth into a straighter smile.
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People can notice them when you speak, laugh, smile and eat.
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Both traditional metal braces and clear braces can be used for all orthodontic cases.
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Keeping your teeth clean takes a little extra effort while wearing braces since you'll need to navigate around the appliance. To help you prevent plaque buildup and keep your gums healthy, our team will show you the best ways to brush and floss effectively throughout your treatment.
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It’s common for new braces to cause some minor irritation or mouth sores at first, and occasionally a bracket may come loose. The good news is that modern technology has made braces far more comfortable and durable than they used to be!
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Traditional, clear, and lingual braces are fixed appliances that remain on the teeth throughout the treatment process. While they cannot be removed by the patient, successful results still require cooperation; failing to wear prescribed elastic bands can delay progress and extend the overall treatment time.
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Traditional, clear, and lingual braces are non-removable appliances. They remain fixed to the tooth surfaces throughout the entire course of your treatment.
Ceramic
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Ceramic braces work just like metal braces but are designed to be much less noticeable. These clear brackets are bonded to the front of your teeth and through regular, small adjustments to the archwire - your teeth are safely and effectively moved into their ideal positions.
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Clear braces offer a more aesthetic alternative to traditional metal brackets; however, they are not entirely invisible despite their colour-matching properties.
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Both traditional metal braces and clear braces can be used for all orthodontic cases.
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Keeping your teeth clean takes a little extra effort while wearing braces since you'll need to navigate around the appliance. To help you prevent plaque buildup and keep your gums healthy, our team will show you the best ways to brush and floss effectively throughout your treatment.
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It’s common for new braces to cause some minor irritation or mouth sores at first, and occasionally a bracket may come loose. The good news is that modern technology has made braces far more comfortable and durable than they used to be!
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Traditional, clear and lingual braces are fixed appliances that remain on the teeth throughout the treatment process. While they cannot be removed by the patient, successful results still require cooperation; failing to wear prescribed elastic bands can delay progress and extend the overall treatment time.
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Traditional, clear and lingual braces are non-removable appliances. They remain fixed to the tooth surfaces throughout the entire course of your treatment.
Lingual
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Placed on the inner surface of your teeth near the tongue, lingual braces use metal brackets and wires to straighten your smile discreetly. Throughout your treatment, these wires are adjusted to gently shift your teeth into the correct position.
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Lingual braces provide an aesthetic advantage similar to Invisalign®. By placing the brackets on the interior surface of the teeth, they stay completely out of sight during your daily interactions.
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Most orthodontic conditions can be effectively addressed using lingual braces.
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Because lingual appliances are positioned on the back of the teeth, standard brushing and flossing can be more challenging. While this increases the risk of plaque buildup and decay, these issues are manageable with proper care.
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Because lingual brackets are placed near your tongue, you may notice a slight change in your speech for the first few weeks. However, the brackets are small and specifically designed to fit comfortably in your mouth.
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Traditional, clear and lingual braces are fixed appliances that remain on the teeth throughout the treatment process. While they cannot be removed by the patient, successful results still require cooperation; failing to wear prescribed elastic bands can delay progress and extend the overall treatment time.
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Traditional, clear and lingual braces are non-removable appliances. They remain fixed to the tooth surfaces throughout the entire course of your treatment.