Smiles & Faces Orthodontics

In this podcast, Dr Diane Tay interviews orthodontist Dr Andrew Chang on the differences between clear removable aligners compared with braces. The differences between the different clear removable aligner products are discussed as well as the “do-it-yourself” aligner solutions. Highlights are: 2:10: What types of clear aligners are on the market and what are the differences? 4:30: What are the “do it yourself” aligners and do they work? The way that these aligners work to fix crooked teeth often lead to unhealthy bites or smiles. 8:55: What are the differences between clear aligners and clear braces? Which works better? Aligners or Braces? Generally speaking, the larger the gaps or the more crowded the teeth, braces still outperform aligners. Aligners are easier to keep the teeth clean for patients who have difficulty cleaning their teeth ie: Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy or where manual dexterity with hands is more challenging. The idea of braces or aligners to fix crooked teeth should not be thought