For patients who are looking into orthodontic treatment there is a wide range of braces to choose from. With the different demands and requirements of patients, the orthodontist will choose braces that best fit the criteria. So here is the different orthodontic braces which are available. So exactly which braces are best for money? This will completely depend on the patient’s case, requirements and budget.

There are currently 6 types of braces:

1. Traditional Metal Braces

2. Ceramic Braces

3. Self-ligating Metal Braces

4. Self-ligating Ceramic Braces

5. Lingual Braces

6. Clear Aligners

1. Price

Traditional metal braces are the cheapest followed by ceramic brace, self-ligating metal braces, self-ligating ceramic braces, clear aligners and lingual braces are the most expensive.

2. Results

In terms of results the traditional braces give the best resultsfollowed by the self-ligating metal braces, lingual braces, ceramic braces, self-ligating ceramic braces and lastly clear aligners.

3. Aesthetics

For those who are wanting the invisible braces look then lingual braces are considered the most concealed followed by clear aligners, ceramic self-ligating braces, ceramic braces, traditional metal braces and finally the metal self-ligating braces.

With the different types of braces there are pros and cons, also orthodontic treatment takes 1 to 2 years to complete. Therefore, when it comes to choosing the right braces this is crucial. If you’re not particularly bothered by the metal mouth look and guaranteed results then the self-ligating braces are the best option.

If you still think the metal is still obvious but still want the self-ligating brackets then you could also choose the self-ligating ceramic braces where only the metal wire is visible to the eye. For those who have the money and want the most discreet look then lingual braces is the best choice followed by clear aligners.