School will look different in most districts when students return to classrooms this season. Looking their best will assist both elementary level students and teens in feeling optimistic and confident, as they reunite with friends they haven’t seen for several months, make new ones and adjust to the new normal of today’s modified classrooms, set up to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. Dr. Grosso works with each family to ensure that their orthodontic treatment plan is unique to their needs and their situation.
Braces Versus Invisalign: Which is the Best Choice?
Both braces and Invisalign result in the desired effect of creating straight, aesthetically pleasing smiles and proper bite for efficient function. Neither option is necessarily “better” than the other. They simply function in a different manner. Following are a few comparisons:
- Braces are visible, usually silver but also available in bold colors for self-expression. Invisalign aligners are clear, not noticeable to others.
- Braces are bonded to the teeth so they cannot be removed by the wearer. Brackets are bonded to each individual tooth. The brackets are connected by a thin wire. The wire is tightened to gradually shift the teeth into the desired position, over time. Invisalign clear aligners are removable for tooth brushing and eating. It is recommended, for best results, that they be worn for 20 to 22 hours per day.
- Treatment time for each option depends upon the individual situation, but Invisalign wearers must come into the orthodontist’s office every 10 to 12 weeks, while those who opt for braces visit the office every eight weeks or so.
Dr. Grosso will work with you to determine the best treatment for your needs.
Orthodontic Treatment and its Impact on Self-Confidence
Studies, including this one published by NCBI, demonstrate the powerful impact of orthodontic treatment on the self-esteem of adolescents suffering from dental malocclusion. Self-esteem is an essential character trait for developing the confidence it takes to succeed in school and in life. We live in a fast-paced, highly competitive world. The pressure to socialize for success starts in school. Parents can help children face this pressure successfully by doing everything possible to keep them healthy and attractive. Specialized dental treatment can do both.
Developing self-esteem has always been difficult for many children, high school and college students. This school year presents an even more difficult situation as students adapt to the “new normal.” Parents can help by securing the best dental and orthodontic work possible in order to facilitate bright and attractive smiles, one of the top tools for confidence-building.
Ready to get your kids started in their back to school smiles? Schedule an appointment with Grosso Orthodontics today!
