Teeth Straightening With Invisalign Teeth Braces

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Imagine having a straighter smile without enduring years of obtrusive metal braces. Imagine being able to eat any type of food you want without worrying about getting food stuck in braces while you are working toward a straighter smile. Imagine actually being comfortable while your teeth shift into proper alignment.

There is no need to imagine this near-perfect teeth straightening scenario. This revolutionary orthodontic treatment is called Invisalign®, a treatment that uses a series of clear plastic aligners to move your teeth into a perfect smile. Most Invisalign patients report that their “clear braces” are virtually invisible to other people.

What types of orthodontic issues can Invisalign repair?

Teeth that are not straight can make it difficult to chew food properly and even create speech difficulties. In addition, un-straight teeth can lead to other oral health issues, so Invisalign is beneficial for more than just aesthetic reasons, including:

• Crowded teeth, which can lead to tooth decay, cavities and gum disease because it is difficult to properly floss and brush between the teeth
• Large spaces between teeth, resulting in teeth that tend to shift over time and possible periodontal disease
• Overbite, leading to issues with gum health and the integrity of the lower teeth, and in severe cases causing jaw or joint pain
• Underbite, which can compromise the integrity of the upper teeth or molars, and in severe cases causing jaw or joint pain
• Crossbite, leading to bone loss, gum disease or wear on the inside of the teeth

How does Invisalign work?

A dentist experienced with the Invisalign treatment will map out your unique treatment plan using 3-D computer imaging technology, starting with the current state of your teeth and ending with the final outcome. An initial impression of your existing teeth structure will be used to custom make your first clear aligner and a series of aligners will follow to produce the desired result. Each aligner is worn for two weeks for at least 22 hours per day for the best results. The aligners are not worn while eating.

Each series of trays provides the right amount of force to move only specified teeth in the mouth, according to your treatment plan. The amount of aligners required for each patient, and therefore the amount of time each patient will utilize the Invisalign process, depends on the severity of the orthodontic problems. Most patients average 18-30 trays.

What are some of the benefits of Invisalign?

• Virtually invisible
• Removable
• Comfortable
• Brushing and flossing is not hindered

Can teenagers use Invisalign?

Yes. As long as the patients have mature teeth/molars and the teeth are not severely problematic, Invisalign is an excellent alternative to metal braces. Teenage years are difficult enough without having to worry about having a metal mouth.

Source: Secretly straighten your teeth with Invisalign

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