Metal aligners
Metal braces use bonded brackets and an archwire, while clear aligners use removable thermoplastic trays to move selected teeth.
What is the direct answer?
Metal braces use bonded brackets and an archwire, while clear aligners use removable thermoplastic trays to move selected teeth.
What does this question mean?
Brackets transmit force through an archwire; aligners transmit programmed forces through fitted trays.
What can you do next?
An orthodontic assessment checks bite, roots, bone, gums, spacing, and hygiene before choosing a system.
When should you seek dental care?
Seek assessment for crowding, rotation, spacing, difficult cleaning, or an uncomfortable bite; treat active decay or gum disease first.
What should you ask the dentist?
Which movements does my bite require?
Frequently asked questions
Can home care replace diagnosis?
Home care may reduce irritation but does not remove the dental cause.
What will the dentist examine?
The dentist will inspect the teeth and tissues and use imaging or tests when needed.