subject: The Healthy Side Of Invisalign [print this page] Making the decision to straighten your teeth is a big one. Not only will it positively impact the look and function of your teeth, but also your lifestyle. If a badly misaligned smile has prevented you from smiling than correcting the position of your teeth will change that. You could decide to get braces or you could decide to get Invisalign.
Invisalign is the only tooth straightening option that offers a level of comfort, as well as confidence and convenience. If you have hesitated to get braces because you do not want to feel self-conscious about the metal appearance it will give your mouth and you do not want to worry about how it will affect your speech then you can push those concerns aside and say yes to the cutting edge approach offered by Invisalign technology.
This dental treatment is a viable option for people at all different stages of their life because the amount of interference it causes in how you live is very minimal. It can have a positive effect on how you look as well as how you feel.
Invisalign can be described as being clear aligners that are practically invisible. Even the wearer will have to look closely in a mirror to see that they are wearing them! These aligners are made of plastic and are smooth and comfortable to wear. They are custom fitted for the patient. The aligners can be removed when the patient wishes to eat. The fact that they are removable makes them very easy to clean.
You may think that the only advantage of having teeth that are aligned properly is a confident looking smile. There is another huge advantage to having teeth that are straight. When you fix your smile it can greatly improve your dental health. Teeth that are in the correct positions are easier to clean and care for. This will reduce your risk of tooth decay and gum disease.
Red and swollen gums sometimes come about due to teeth that are either crooked, crowded, or have too much space between them. These are also signs that gum disease is getting underway. When Invisalign is used to treat crooked teeth, it allows the gums to fit more snugly and securely. This provides better support and it offers a stronger defense against the potential of periodontal issues. This treatment can do a lot of good in a case such as this. The aligners that are used in the mouth to move the teeth are comfortable and they work gradually. This means that the gums are not affected in an unhealthy and adverse manner. This can be done without the brackets and wires that come with conventional braces. It is a win-win health situation.
