Conventional braces have changed over the
years, but unfortunately, those old school wires and brackets can still cause
pain and discomfort. However, these days, you don’t have to deal with two years
worth of pain thanks to the revolutionary tooth straightening system,
Invisalign. The clear answer to conventional braces could the answer that you
have been looking for.
Gentle Touch Family Dental is a preferred
Invisalign provider and can determine if you are a good candidate for Invisalign.
Why Braces Hurt
Pushing and Pulling-Conventional wires and
brackets cause pain and discomfort because your mouth is being pushed and
pulled 24 hours a day seven days a week, and in some cases, this could go on
for 2 years. You will have to see your dentist or orthodontist regularly who
will make the manual changes by tightening your wires and brackets according to
your orthodontic plan.
Cuts and Abrasions-People who wear braces
have a difficult time getting used to the new hardware. Cuts to the tongue, cheeks,
and lips are common in people who wear braces. If a breakage occurs, you may
also be injured.
Tooth Decay
People who wear braces have a higher risk of
tooth decay. Because it is impossible to brush under the wires and brackets,
plaque and acid will wear away the enamel eventually causing a cavity or two.
Invisalign
With the Invisalign Tooth Straightening
System, you don’t have to be concerned with pain or discomfort. Invisalign is
virtually pain free, convenient, and nearly invisible. The only people who will
know you are having your smile fixed will be you and Gentle Touch Family Dentistry.
Invisalign is worn between 20 and 22 hours
each day. You will take your aligners out when you brush and eat. Your clear
plastic custom made aligners will be swapped out every week for your entire
treatment time, which could take between 6 to 18 months. You will visit with
Gentle Touch Family Dentistry every 6 weeks.
If you would like more information regarding
Invisalign, the clear alternative to braces, call or click and schedule an appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry today.
