subject: Invisalign - Who Is An Ideal Candidate For This Dental Care And Orthodontic Treatment Option? [print this page] Many teenagers get braces, almost as a rite of passage, but it is not always an easy road. Even though they are common, there is a stigma associated with them that can cause social awkwardness and embarrassment. Unlike in the past, now teens have another option with Invisalign. It is not metal or even clear braces on the teeth, but rather a series of clear plastic custom-made aligners that you put over your teeth. You take them out to eat and brush your teeth or for a special occasion like prom.
In addition to teenagers, adults often decide that they want to have their crooked teeth or overbite corrected. Perhaps they did not have braces at all when they were younger or maybe they did but their teeth have shifted over time to make gaps or perhaps their teeth have crowded together. Even more so than teens, adults do not want to be subjected to a mouth full of metal in order to have straight teeth.
For that reason, Invisalign is a great option for adults. They can wear the aligners at work without being noticed and if they are at all uncomfortable wearing them, they can take them out for a short time, such as for a presentation or interview. At work, you do not want your mouth to be a distraction from the good work you are doing and you want people to continue to respect you, especially if you are a supervisor. It is better that people pay attention to you for the work you do, not the fact that you are wearing braces.
As for what types of teeth issues the Invisalign corrects, there is really quite a wide range and anyone with any kind of teeth issues is a good candidate for it. It can help with crowded teeth, overbites, underbites, and gaps. Because the Invisalign aligners are custom-made, you will get the treatment that conforms to your teeth and your specific problems.
It is important to talk with your dentist about whether Invisalign is a good fit for you, but it appears that it can really be the right choice for a wide variety of people and conditions.
