Braces or aligners: types and choiceQuestion before treatment

Is there such a thing as the ‘best’ braces?

Answered byDr Ivelina Ivanova-Koycheva, Orthodontist (MSc)Master's degrees in orthodontics in Rome and in aligner treatment in Turin, international lecturerPublished on 12 November 2026

There are many different models of braces. We have already discussed that braces can be conventional or self-ligating, and that they can be made from different materials such as metal, ceramic and sapphire. It isn't the braces that carry out the treatment. The optimal result of orthodontic treatment depends on the orthodontist's abilities, skills and experience. Detailed, carefully gathered initial information about the patient, a well-constructed treatment plan and its precise technical execution are what guarantee the perfect smile. That is why you can't say there are ‘best’ braces. Different models of braces can have their advantages and disadvantages. And the best braces are the ones your orthodontist knows best.

This answer is for general information. Your own case needs an examination by an orthodontist.