Invisalign
some ivillage Q and A
Here's info from a
news article
... Aside from being nearly unnoticeable, the clear plastic shell can be removed for meals, allowing wearers to eat whatever they like and to completely brush and floss afterward.
The new braces have their drawbacks, though. They're not designed to correct a smile that's seriously askew. To continue nudging the teeth into alignment, the transparent braces also need to be replaced every two weeks, which means more costly visits to the orthodontist.
A feature from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette notes that invisibility will cost you 30 percent to 50 percent more than metal braces. Moreover, many children won't be good candidates for the new braces.
Even if you don't qualify to wear the invisible braces, there's good news if you've always longed for a straighter smile but dreaded having tinsel teeth. Orthodontists now use new alloys to reduce the amount of metal required. The replaceable ties that hold the main wire to each tooth even come in designer hues to match your mood or your school colors. The Nashville Tennessean explains what's new.