subject: Invisalign Offers A More Pleasant Alternative To Braces [print this page] Are you unhappy with the look of your smile because of the alignment of your teeth? Unlike in the past, you are now able to effectively straighten your teeth without the use of braces. Since 1999, Invisalign has been the premier option for patients to straighten their teeth through the use of clear aligners. While comparable to braces in terms of cost and length of treatment, Invisalign is able to eliminate many of the negatives of braces. Talk to your Hudson dentist today if you are thinking about pursuing orthodontic treatment for your teeth.
How Does The Invisalign System Work?
The first thing that you should do if you are thinking about straightening your teeth is to have a discussion with your dentist to go over your options and make sure you are a candidate for Invisalign. If your teeth are severely misaligned, it is possible that you will have to wear traditional braces to effectively straighten your teeth. Once you and your dentist have decided that Invisalign is the right option for you, he or she will begin the process by taking impressions, pictures and X-rays of your teeth. From these, he or she will create a digital 3-D image using Invisalign software. Using this software, your dentist will be able to map out how your teeth will move over the course of your treatment. He or she will even be able to show you how your teeth will look when your treatment is over. With the software, your dentist will then be able to create your clear aligners. You will wear each set of aligners on your teeth for about two weeks at a time before switching to your next pair. Little by little, your teeth will begin to move. You will have an appointment with your dentist approximately every six weeks to monitor your progress and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment. As your teeth move, you will be able to enjoy the benefits of a straighter smile right away because of the clear aligners. When you finish wearing your final set of aligners, you will simply discontinue wearing them and start fully enjoying your new smile.
The Benefits Of Invisalign
The most obvious and important benefit of Invisalign is the fact that the aligners are clear and no one will even know that you are straightening your teeth. This is in stark contrast to the experience of wearing braces. In addition, Invisalign aligners are removable. This allows you to eat whatever you want during treatment. You can also brush and floss without restriction. As long as you wear your aligners between 20 and 22 hours each day, your teeth will continue to move.
To learn more about Invisalign or to schedule an appointment, contact your Hudson pediatric dentist today.
