If you’ve been looking for a clear alternative to ordinary braces, you’ve probably heard of these two names.
Invisalign® has been around the longest, with millions of successful patients all around the world. It was FDA approved back in 1998 and has been one of the most popular orthodontic treatments ever since. It’s known globally for its discreet appearance, ease of use, and effectiveness for most orthodontic challenges.
Spark™ is a competing product that was developed years later. In fact, it has only been around since 2021. Based on similar ideas about patient comfort and aesthetics, it uses some very advanced materials. The way the light diffuses across Spark™ aligners is intended to make them look more natural.
If you’re looking for an orthodontic treatment that will meet your needs while helping you to feel better about your appearance right away, clear plastic aligners are a great bet. However, it’s important to choose the right one for you. That’s why we’re often asked this question:
“Which is better, Spark™ or Invisalign®?”
Advantages of Invisalign®
Because of its much longer history of use, most patients tend to check out Invisalign® first before they think about Spark™. The benefits of Invisalign® make it better for certain people. Let’s take a quick look at some key Invisalign® advantages you should know about to make an informed choice:
Younger Patients Can Use Invisalign®
Invisalign® stands out from the competition because it can be used by many more patients than Spark™. Only the Invisalign® brand offers aligners suitable for “phase one” treatment. Phase one orthodontic treatment is an early intervention that can take place before all of the permanent teeth have erupted.
Not every patient needs phase one orthodontic care, but for those who do, it makes a big difference.
Phase one treatment helps ensure that there’ll be enough space for the permanent teeth to erupt, so kids are less likely to have serious complications. The most severe of those is “impacted teeth” that fail to erupt or get stuck, coming in at unhealthy angles. Not only is this painful, it can even require surgery.
Invisalign® can be used as early as age eight, while Spark™ aligners usually have to wait until age 12.
Invisalign® Is Safe, Easy, and Effective
Each Invisalign® aligner is custom-made for the patient’s mouth, teeth, and gums. This ensures a perfect fit! If you decide to get Invisalign®, Dr. Beauchamp will take high-quality digital images of your mouth used to fabricate the product. It takes only a few days after the images to pick up your Invisalign® aligners at our office.
The terrific fit means there are virtually no risks associated with Invisalign®. After a few days of adjusting to them, it is easy to forget they’re even there. Many of our patients tell us that friends, family, and co-workers didn’t even know they were wearing Invisalign®. Invisalign® provides results comparable to braces for most patients.
Before you decide, Dr. Beauchamp will ensure your orthodontic condition will respond 100% to Invisalign®, too!
Invisalign® Is Easy to Clean and Use
One of the best things about Invisalign® is how easy it is to use. You will need to wear your Invisalign® aligners for most of every day, but you can take them out for an hour or two as necessary. This is perfect for cleaning them. Naturally, you should also maintain your usual brushing and flossing habits while using Invisalign®.
Invisalign® is also an ideal choice for anyone who plays sports. Kids and teens especially benefit because they can take out their Invisalign® aligners to use athletic mouthguards. That protects their mouth and their aligners, too! If an accident happens, a replacement pair of Invisalign® aligners can be made in just a few days.
Dr. Beauchamp Offers Invisalign® Right Here in Port Orange
Last but certainly not least, you can get Invisalign® aligners from your favorite Port Orange family orthodontist.
As a Board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Beauchamp champions the highest level of care for everyone. That’s why she’s chosen Invisalign® as the clear orthodontic product of choice. Not only will you get exceptional results, but it’s even easier to see them in the mirror. Dr. Beauchamp will be with you every step of the way!
Most patients will qualify for Invisalign®, but it’s crucial to get a complete orthodontic checkup first. If you have a very severe orthodontic condition, Invisalign® might not be right for you. For those cases when only braces could do the trick, Dr. Beauchamp has clear braces that are a lot more subtle than metal braces.
Schedule your free consultation to learn more or get started with Invisalign®!
