{"id":11642,"date":"2025-12-09T09:48:31","date_gmt":"2025-12-09T09:48:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/types-of-orthodontics-advantages-and-disadvantages\/"},"modified":"2025-12-09T09:57:44","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T09:57:44","slug":"types-of-orthodontics-advantages-and-disadvantages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/types-of-orthodontics-advantages-and-disadvantages\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of orthodontics: advantages and disadvantages"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h2 data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"637\"><strong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"637\">Types of orthodontics: advantages and disadvantages of each treatment<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27900%27%20height%3D%27450%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20900%20450%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27900%27%20height%3D%27450%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1noGz0-id3o?si=-QBrrkZXIEzkNWx8\" width=\"900\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"1047\">Orthodontics has evolved enormously in recent years. Today, patients can choose between different systems that combine efficiency, esthetics and comfort. However, not all types of orthodontics adapt to the same needs.<br data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"890\">In this article we review the main treatments and tell you about their <strong data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"990\">advantages and disadvantages<\/strong> to help you decide which one is right for you.  <\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1052\">\n<h2 data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1096\"><strong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1096\">1. Traditional metallic orthodontics<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1231\">It is the most classic treatment and, even today, one of the most effective. It uses metal brackets and an archwire that is periodically adjusted. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1245\"><strong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1245\">Advantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1374\">\n<li data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1304\">\n<p data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1304\">Corrects all types of malocclusions with great precision.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1343\">\n<p data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1343\">It is usually the most economical option.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1374\">\n<p data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1374\">Very resistant and durable.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1391\"><strong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1391\">Disadvantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1528\">\n<li data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1417\">\n<p data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1417\">It is the least aesthetic.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1479\">\n<p data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1479\">May cause minor chafing or discomfort at first.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1528\">\n<p data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1528\">It requires more visible periodic revisions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1600\">\n<h2 data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1635\"><strong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1635\">2. Self-ligating orthodontics<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1763\">It uses brackets with a clip system that replaces ligatures (rubber bands), reducing friction and improving comfort.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1777\"><strong data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1777\">Advantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1932\">\n<li data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1835\">\n<p data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1835\">Shorter treatment time and faster revisions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1870\">\n<p data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1870\">More comfortable and easier to clean.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1932\">\n<p data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1932\">It can deliver more predictable results in less time.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1949\"><strong data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1949\">Disadvantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2082\">\n<li data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2003\">\n<p data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2003\">Slightly higher cost than conventional orthodontics.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2082\">\n<p data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2082\">Less aesthetic in its metallic version (although aesthetic options are available).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2166\">\n<h2 data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2218\"><strong data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2218\">3. Aesthetic orthodontics (sapphire or ceramic)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2330\">The brackets are tooth-colored or clear, offering a more discreet alternative to metal brackets.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2344\"><strong data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2344\">Advantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2462\">\n<li data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2394\">\n<p data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2394\">More aesthetic, barely visible on a daily basis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2462\">\n<p data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2462\">Equally effective as metal for most cases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2479\"><strong data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2479\">Disadvantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2611\">\n<li data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2511\">\n<p data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2511\">More fragile than metal.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2559\">\n<p data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2559\">Treatment may be slightly prolonged.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2611\">\n<p data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2611\">It requires good hygiene to avoid stains.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>You can learn more in our <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/dental-cleaning-everything-you-need-to-know\/\">guide on dental hygiene and cleaning<\/a> to keep your orthodontic treatment in top condition.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2694\">\n<h2 data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2725\"><strong data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2725\">4. Lingual Orthodontics<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2834\">The brackets are placed on the inside of the teeth, so they are completely invisible from the outside.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2848\"><strong data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2848\">Advantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2924\">\n<li data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2886\">\n<p data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"2886\">Invisible from any angle.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"2924\">\n<p data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2924\">Effective in complex corrections.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"2941\"><strong data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"2941\">Disadvantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"3054\">\n<li data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"3001\">\n<p data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"3001\">Slower adaptation: it can generate friction with the tongue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3024\">\n<p data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3024\">Higher cost.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3054\">\n<p data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3054\">More complex revisions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3144\">\n<h2 data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3218\"><strong data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3218\">5. <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/invisible-orthodontics-barcelona\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Invisible orthodontics<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/invisible-orthodontics-what-it-is-types-differences-and-applications\/\">Invisalign<\/a>\u00ae aligners or other brands)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3337\">The most demanded system nowadays. It uses removable transparent splints that are changed every few weeks. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3351\"><strong data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3351\">Advantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3464\">\n<li data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3375\">\n<p data-start=\"3354\" data-end=\"3375\">Invisible and comfortable.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3432\">\n<p data-start=\"3378\" data-end=\"3432\">Allows removal of the splints for eating and brushing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3433\" data-end=\"3464\">\n<p data-start=\"3435\" data-end=\"3464\">Reduces visits to the dentist.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3481\"><strong data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3481\">Disadvantages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3625\">\n<li data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3534\">\n<p data-start=\"3484\" data-end=\"3534\">Requires discipline: must be worn 22 hours a day.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3535\" data-end=\"3580\">\n<p data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3580\">Not indicated in all complex cases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3581\" data-end=\"3625\">\n<p data-start=\"3583\" data-end=\"3625\">Higher cost than metal orthodontics.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3704\" data-end=\"3707\">\n<h3 data-start=\"3709\" data-end=\"3727\"><strong data-start=\"3713\" data-end=\"3727\">Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3728\" data-end=\"4079\">There is no &#8220;best&#8221; orthodontics for all cases. Each smile requires an individual study that takes into account your aesthetic goals, your bite type and your rhythm of life.<br data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3913\">At <strong data-start=\"3916\" data-end=\"3932\">Cl\u00ednica Oris<\/strong>, our orthodontic specialists will advise you to choose the most appropriate treatment and achieve a healthy, functional and harmonious smile. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11639,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[161],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11642","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-orthodontics"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11642","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11642"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11642\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11650,"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11642\/revisions\/11650"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11639"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11642"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11642"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clinicadentaloris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11642"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}