Invisalign® is a comprehensive orthodontic treatment which offers the ideal solution to one of the most common orthodontic issues among teens and adults, misaligned teeth or a crooked smile.
For an orthodontic patient requiring extensive adjustments to misalignment, crowding and spacing, or whose front teeth are off center, a sequence of transparent biocompatible plastic aligners, aka custom-made Invisalign trays, are used for treatment.
The first step is a consultation with an orthodontist who is an Invisalign Provider to determine if it’s right for you.
Benefits of Invisalign for Adults
As a popular treatment option, Invisalign provides numerous advantages to patients seeking to correct orthodontic issues. Some of the benefits associated with Invisalign include:
- Nearly Invisible: One of the main benefits to patients is that aligners are constructed of clear material, which makes it possible to straighten teeth without drawing attention to the treatment itself. For a patient who feels self-conscious in social or professional settings, a discreet option like Invisalign is appealing.
- Comfortable and Easy to Remove: Aligners are custom-made for each patient, ensuring a comfortable fit. Additionally, the aligners are removable, so eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing without any restrictions or challenges with oral hygiene makes them a convenient option for maintaining good oral health during treatment.
- Customized Treatment Plan: A digital scan of your teeth is taken in order to fabricate the aligners and create a treatment plan. You’ll wear each aligner for one week, gradually shifting your teeth into alignment resulting in efficient and effective teeth straightening.
- Results You Can Count On: Before starting Invisalign, a patient can see a virtual representation of how their teeth will look after the completion of treatment. This gives a clear idea of the results to be expected and helps to visualize the outcome in a predictable way, instilling confidence in the treatment process.
- Less Discomfort: Using gentle, controlled forces to move the teeth, Invisalign results in less discomfort than traditional braces that normally require periodic tightening. The smooth edges of the aligners also cause less irritation to the soft tissues in the mouth, making them more comfortable to wear.
- Convenience: Over time, Invisalign requires fewer appointments than traditional braces since no adjustments or wire changes are necessary. This reduces the number of visits to the orthodontist during treatment, establishing it as a convenient option for busy individuals.
- Versatility: A wide range of dental issues, including crowding, spacing, misalignment, overbite, underbite, and crossbite can be treated with Invisalign, for adults, teens and kids.
Tips for Success
As far as maintenance, follow-up visits, and lifestyle adjustments are concerned, the effort treatment requires for success is low yet the importance cannot be overstated. In order to realize the full impact Invisalign can have on your smile, it is crucial to follow these tips:
- Wear as Instructed: To achieve optimal results, wear your aligners for the recommended 20-22 hours per day and follow the wear schedule set by your orthodontist. There are no shortcuts, as skipping or reducing the wear time simply prolongs the treatment process.
- Maintain Good Oral Hygiene: Proper oral hygiene is essential during treatment. Maintain the cleanliness of teeth and aligners to guard against cavities, gum disease and bad breath.
- Handle with Care: Aligners are made of durable plastic but are not indestructible. If mishandled, warping or cracking may occur. Always follow the recommended technique for removing aligners and avoid exposing them to hot liquids or excessive heat.
- With an Invisalign case you’ll keep your aligners secure while eating, traveling and at home. Invisalign cases often have features to help keep the aligners from slipping around and to allow for ventilation
Ready for a smile you can wear with pride? Take the first step towards a more confident smile by scheduling an orthodontic screening today and start your journey with Invisalign!