06 May 5 Amazing Benefits of Invisalign
What Are The Benefits of Invisalign?
Are you looking for a way to have your teeth straightened without loudly advertising the fact? Millions of people have straightened their teeth and boosted their self-confidence by undergoing treatment with Invisalign clear aligners. This innovative system provides an effective means of enhancing your smile through the use of clear plastic aligners, making the treatment virtually invisible to others.
But before undergoing any type of dental or orthodontic treatment, you will need to have some solid information at your fingertips to help you make an informed decision about your health and appearance. Let’s take a look at some of the many benefits offered by Invisalign.
- Discrete Treatment
Traditional metal braces are as effective as ever at straightening teeth, and they’ve actually undergone some technological improvements over the years; however, there is an admitted level of stigma attached to conventional braces for many people.
The aligners worn during Invisalign treatment are made of clear plastic. So unless someone is standing right “in your grill,” no one is going to know that you are being treated, unless you opt to tell them.
- Enhanced Comfort
Traditional braces are known for being somewhat bulky and uncomfortable. Your clear aligners will be individually crafted to fit the unique contours of your teeth, mouth and gums. The plastic edges are rounded and should not irritate the soft tissues of your mouth.
- Computer Imaging
One of the great things about Invisalign is that you can get a sneak preview of what your teeth will look like, during each step of your treatment, using 3D modeling. You will not be left wondering what to expect; from the very beginning, you can visually see what will happen.
- Fewer Appointments
If you lead a busy life, you probably want to spend as little time in the dentist office as possible. With Invisalign, you will only need dental visits every few weeks. You will also have the ability to change your aligners yourself, and will be swapping them out for a new set around every two weeks.
- No Food Restrictions
People like the way that traditional braces effectively straighten their teeth. Food restrictions? Not so much. From candy to popcorn, there is quite a list of foods that can stick to metal braces. And forget about biting into foods like corn on the cob or apples. All of those metal wires and brackets are also difficult to clean around.
You don’t have to give up any of your favorite foods and snacks when being treated with Invisalign. Unlike fixed metal braces, you can remove your aligners at any time you want to eat or clean your teeth. When finished, you simply pop them back in.
Having the ability to remove your aligners does come with one caveat, however. Patient compliance is very important with Invisalign. You need to be sure that your Invisalign aligners are worn for up to 22 hours a day so that you stick to your treatment plan without any delays until your teeth are finally straightened.
For More Information on Invisalign
For additional information about Invisalign, or any of our services, please contact Blue Wave Dental Care today to schedule an appointment or consultation.