If you’re starting your orthodontic journey, this decision might feel overwhelming. The truth is that both can work incredibly well when your treatment is planned right. At Veda Dentistry, we help you choose based on what matters most your bite, your lifestyle, and your commitment level.
Mild to Moderate Crowding? Aligners can handle it well, with convenience and discretion.
Complex Bite or Rotations? Braces allow us to control movement more precisely in the early stages.
We always start with a full bite assessment to see what’s realistically possible with aligners.
Nearly invisible
Removable for meals and brushing
Comfortable fewer pokes and adjustments
Visible, but working 24/7
No risk of losing them or forgetting to wear
Better for teens who may skip aligner wear
Aligners only work if you wear them 20-22 hours/day.
Miss time, and your teeth stop moving.
Braces are fixed: They work nonstop, even when life gets busy.
Bold Takeaway: Aligners require discipline. Braces require acceptance of visibility.
When worn consistently, aligners can be just as fast as braces. But if you forget to wear them, delays happen.
Braces are more predictable for people with inconsistent routines.
Sometimes we start with braces, then switch to aligners for finishing. This hybrid approach combines maximum control with comfortable, discreet final results.
Riya, a 22-year-old bride-to-be, started with braces for a deep bite. We transitioned her to aligners 3 months before the wedding, she got full correction and invisible aligners just in time.
Aligners and braces both works, when chosen based on your bite and lifestyle. Don’t choose based on trend. Choose based on planning.
Book your personalised ortho recommendation at Veda Dentistry. I’m Dr. Shruti Goel, and we’ll help you build a smile that’s not just straight, but smart.