Thinking about getting Invisalign®? Read on to learn some of the benefits of choosing this teeth-straightening treatment. Most people want a beautiful smile, but many people do not want to undergo teeth-straightening treatments that involve conspicuous metal braces. Fortunately, another option called Invisalign involves wearing transparent aligner trays over time to correct tooth misalignment. A trip to the dentist can help patients with dental alignment issues determine if Invisalign is the right treatment for them.
When compared to other orthodontic treatments, Invisalign has several advantages for users, including:
The Invisalign system comprises transparent aligners that fit over the teeth and are almost invisible. Yes, it may be possible to notice them if someone moves closely enough. However, it is doubtful that anybody would notice their presence on the teeth for daily use, such as going to work and socializing.
The transparent aligner trays from Invisalign are constructed from a smooth plastic material with no sharp points or edges that may bruise gum tissues. They are created to fit over the teeth from a dental imprint, and patients will wear a set of aligners for a few weeks before switching to the next one in the sequence. This gently moves the teeth into their proper place without placing any strain on the mouth.
Since the aligner trays are removable, it is easier to clean the teeth properly with Invisalign. Patients can take out the trays, brush their teeth and aligners with a toothbrush, and replace them. Unlike braces, there are no special tools required to clean the teeth, considering there are no wires or brackets standing in the way.
The wire and metal components used in traditional metal braces may scrape and bruise the inside of the mouth and cheeks. Invisalign trays do not have such rough edges, which means the chances of damage with conventional braces are reduced.
When patients opt for Invisalign, the dentist will typically provide all the aligner trays at once. All that is required is to replace them at the recommended intervals, usually every two weeks. This removes the need to return to the dentist for further adjustments. If an aligner is broken due to oral trauma or an accident, the dentist will likely recommend replacing it with the next one in the series. Dental appointments are usually six weeks apart and allow the dentist to monitor treatment progress.
Traditional braces often come with several diet limitations that many patients find unpleasant. Fresh fruits and vegetables and hard or chewy meals are often limited due to the risks of harm to the braces' structure. There are no such limitations with Invisalign. Patients can remove the tray and eat anything they want, then re-insert them later.
Check out what others are saying about our dental services on Yelp: Invisalign in Andover, MA
Invisalign clear aligners allow patients to get straight teeth while improving their gum and overall dental health. To learn more about the benefits of this treatment, contact our dental office for an appointment.
Request an appointment or call Bagnall Family Dentistry at 978-475-3997 for an appointment in our Andover office.
.bagnall-blog Quick answer Business trips barely change your aligner routine. Wear your trays 24 hours a day, keep them in while eating and drinking almost everything, and remove them only to brush and floss your teeth and clean the trays. 24/7 Recommended daily tray wear A few days Typical speech adjustment time Fewer visits Office…
.bagnall-blog Quick answer If your Invisalign fits differently today, the most common reasons are that your teeth moved as intended, or the trays were left out too long and your teeth shifted slightly. A snug or tight feeling early in each tray cycle is normal, but a tray that will not seat at all warrants…
.bagnall-blog Quick answer Invisalign may cause a slight, temporary lisp during the first few days that can briefly reduce voice-recognition accuracy. Still, most speakers adapt within about a week, and both their pronunciation and the software normalize. 1 week Typical speech adjustment window s, sh, th Sounds affected first 24 hrs/day Recommended wear time Fewer…