Invisalign vs. Traditional Braces
For appropriate cases, outcomes are comparable — but not every case is appropriate.
For mild to moderate crowding, spacing, and rotations, clear aligners deliver outcomes comparable to fixed appliances with meaningful gains in comfort and hygiene.
Where braces still lead
- Complex vertical or skeletal movements
- Severe rotations and extractions
- Patients unable to comply with wear time
The hybrid future
Increasingly, treatment begins with short-term fixed appliances and finishes with clear aligners — an approach that borrows the strengths of both.
General education
Presented with the historical professional background of Dr. Marianna Zadov, DDS. General information only, not individualized dental advice; no clinical care is offered.
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