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How Does Invisalign Work

Are you considering going for a dental treatment to enhance your look and smile? Your dentist is in the best position to prescribe a treatment that will restore your confidence and a smile that can change everything. With Invisalign technology, you’ll achieve having a smile that you have been craving for and that can be done without going through painful procedures.

With the advancement of dentistry in the recent years, so many innovative dental treatments and procedures have seen the light of the day. The transformation has been quite impressive and you are now guaranteed of enjoying your visit to the dentist. Invisalign is indeed one of the greatest things to have ever happened to the dental industry that will transform your smile. It is comfortable and reliable – it will enable you to achieve a smile you have been dreaming of. Sanford Dental Excellence states another benefit of Invisalign, “These clear braces will straighten your teeth and almost no one will know how you did it so quickly.”

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign orthodontic therapy is the method used by a dentist to straighten your teeth. The procedure involves fitting your teeth with removable custom-made aligners that will help your teeth to be in proper position. Invisalign is taking cosmetic dentistry to the new level as it helps to straighten teeth without using the traditional metal braces. It is revolutionizing the dental world which gives you the better option of having a comfortable orthodontic treatment instead of conventional metal braces. This aligner is interchanged every two weeks, while the period of the treatment depends on the severity of the teeth misalignment, but usually completed within eighteen months.

Why Do You Need Invisalign?

Invisalign is used in the orthodontic treatment to move and align the teeth in a perfect position. This technique helps to give you a beautiful smile while the fitting is uniquely made only to suit your teeth. The treatment is required to correct certain dental issues and because of its unique procedure, you need to consult your dentist to determine whether you need it or not.

However, the dental problems mentioned below are the most reasons you may need to do Invisalign;

  • Crowded teeth
  • Gapped teeth
  • Bites problems

Invisalign vs Traditional Braces

Traditional braces have long been used as the methods of straightening teeth, but with the invention of Invisalign, patients can now have teeth alignment that is convenient and reliable. This method only requires you to make a little adjustment to your ways of life in order to ensure the success of the treatment. Unlike traditional braces which are permanent aligners that can cause oral problems or damages when you eat hard foods, Invisalign is removable – which means you can remove the aligners whenever you want to eat, drink, brush or floss. Another advantage of Invisalign over traditional braces is that it’s transparent or nearly invisible. Conventional braces can be uncomfortable and their sharp edges can cause wounds in the mouth, but Invisalign orthodontic treatment uses plastic aligners that are friendly to your gums.

How Does Invisalign Work?

Invisalign is clearly the future of orthodontic therapy as many people now prefer this method to straighten their teeth without using the unattractive metal brackets. It is the most effective method to achieve a beautiful smile without having to go through discomfort which is associated with traditional orthodontic therapy. Invisalign aligners require no metal braces and are nearly invisible. They are custom-made and work as a collection of trays to shift your teeth into perfect positions.

In order to achieve the desired position for your teeth, each tray is made in such a way that the teeth will gradually be straightened moving up to 0.25mm. However, you’ll need a change of trays every two weeks while the treatment can take up to eighteen weeks, depending on the advice of your dentist. It is easy to do and use by patients – simply put the trays in the mouth and you can step out with great a smile you have dreamed of. It is comfortable and nearly unnoticeable when you wear it. This is an ideal solution for both adults and teens who are conscious of having a straighten teeth and nice look.

The Process of Invisalign Treatment

Generally, your dentist will determine if you can have an Invisalign orthodontic treatment or not through a smile assessment. However, you need to know what to expect during the therapy and how long it would take to be completed. After making sure that Invisalign is good for your smile, your dentist will take a digital scan of your teeth to get 3D images which will be used to follow up the movement of the teeth during treatment. The purpose of the images is to use them to create custom-made aligners which are smooth and non-irritating plastic. Every two weeks, you’ll get a new set of aligners until you have well-arranged and positioned teeth.

Benefits of Invisalign Treatment

Besides revealing your beautiful smile and used to correct gapped teeth, crowded teeth, and bites (underbites and overbites), Invisalign has some other dental benefits. For example, the treatment won’t interfere with your daily life and you can wear the aligners at any time including when eating, drinking, or brushing while you have them on. During the process of the treatment, you can view how your smile will look like which will erase the uncertainties of the end result. It doesn’t irritate or press against your mouth, unlike metal braces that are known to create discomfort.

Final Thoughts

As the dental industry is getting better and improving tremendously, Invisalign orthodontic therapy is one of the advanced cosmetic treatments that are performed to transform or enhance your smile. Your dentist is well-trained and has the experience to use Invisalign technology as a method to correct certain dental problems. When completed, it requires no other treatment and offers you comfort even when eating. You should also have it in mind that not everyone is fit for this treatment and not all dentists or orthodontist can effectively perform Invisalign therapy. You need to ask many questions about the process during consultations with your dentist, including what to expect before, during and after the treatment. You’ll also need to know how much it will cost you but generally, Invisalign orthodontic treatment is affordable.

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