For a discreet way to fix poor teeth alignment, many patients choose the Invisalign® system. Before clear aligners like these were introduced, many adults would leave teeth alignment issues unfixed since treatment required them to have highly visible metal braces in their mouth for up to two years. Thanks to Invisalign, patients can now improve the alignment of their teeth without compromising the way their smiles look with a bunch of metal brackets and wires.
Here are answers to common questions people who are considering this teeth alignment treatment often ask:
The process of getting teeth straightened with Invisalign involves wearing removable clear aligners that gradually push the patient's teeth to a better alignment, similar to the way traditional braces do. However, there are no metal brackets or wires in this system. An aligner looks similar to a mouthguard that athletes wear. The aligner fits snugly on teeth while applying gentle pressure to them. These aligner trays are made with a patented thermoplastic called SmartTrack. The aligners are approved by the FDA, and they do not contain any gluten, latex, or BPA.
One of the primary benefits of Invisalign aligners is that they are virtually impossible to detect when worn. Another noteworthy benefit is that they can be easily removed when it is time to floss, brush, eat, or drink. Users also get a more comfortable experience as there are no brackets or wires that can irritate the soft tissues in the mouth.
These aligners are great for adults and teenagers who are looking for a more subtle way to straighten teeth. Thanks to improvements to the original design, these devices can now be used to treat most common teeth alignment and bite problems.
Invisalign is typically not recommended for children because the aligners need to be worn for at least 22 hours each day for the treatment to be effective. Young children tend to have a difficult time sticking to this schedule.
Treatment periods can last anywhere from six to 24 months. More severe teeth alignment issues may require treatment beyond two years. During the course of the treatment, patients are required to wear the devices for at least 22 hours each day. Not wearing the device as recommended or skipping a few days diminishes the results of the treatment.
This is another one of the benefits of going with Invisalign®. The way the treatment works, the patient gets several trays at the beginning. Each is worn for about two weeks before being replaced with one that applies more pressure. This gradual increase of the force applied to the person's teeth leads to a more comfortable experience for the wearer.
Are you dealing with teeth alignment problems? A dental professional can guide you through the process of providing the discreet treatment you desire. Call our Atlanta office today to get started with Invisalign.
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