If you are unhappy with your smile, schedule an appointment with your dentist who can give you the toothy grin that you have
always wanted.
Invisalign is the only way you can straighten
your teeth without those cumbersome metal braces. This revolutionary new
procedure can give teens and adults straight teeth in just six months to a year
dependant on the patient.
Created in 1999, the orthodontic appliance
uses a series of clear plastic aligners that are perfect for teens and adults
who would rather not deal with metal wires and brackets.
Although metal braces have certainly changed
over the years, they can still be cumbersome. Metal braces can cause all sorts
of problems including mouth sores and tooth decay, not to mention numerous
visits to your dentist for adjustments.
Because Invisalign aligners are removed when
you eat, brush, and floss, you will not have to deal with cavities. When you
wear metal braces you have to be especially careful, as the tiny spaces allow
plaque and food particles to become trapped. You also have to avoid certain
foods while you are wearing metal appliances.
With Invisalign, you can enjoy the foods you
like without having to worry about starchy and sugary foods that can cause
damage to the wires and actually loosen the brackets associated with traditional
metal braces. Popcorn, hard candy, nuts,
and caramels can cause damage to your metal appliances, as can healthy foods
like apples and carrots.
Invisalign clear plastic aligners are worn 20
to 22 hours every day, and best of all, the only ones who will know you are
wearing them will be you and your dentist. Braces must be worn 24 hours a day
seven days a week and in some cases need to be on your teeth for up to two
years.
If your dentist has determined that you are a
good candidate for Invisalign you will be fitted for a series of between ten
and thirty sets of custom-made Invisalign clear plastic aligners. Once you
receive your first set of Invisalign aligners, you will change to a new set
every two weeks helping your teeth shift until they have reached the desired
position. Your dentist will schedule dental appointments every six weeks in
order to ensure that your treatment is headed in the right direction.
For more information
regarding a new smile with Invisalign, schedule an appointment with your
dentist who can determine if you are a good candidate for Invisalign.
