subject: Straighten Your Smile Without Braces With Invisalign [print this page] If you, like many people, want to achieve a perfect smile, you may be surprised to know that braces are no longer your only option. With Invisalign, many patients have been able to get the straight smile they have always wanted while still being able to eat what they want and without having to deal with the hassles of braces. And most people will not even know you are wearing it because Invisalign is completely clear and designed to be unnoticeable.
How Does Invisalign Work?
Once you have talked with your dentist and determined that you are a candidate for Invisalign, your dentist will begin the process by taking x-rays, pictures and impressions of your teeth. Based on this, your dentist will create a digital 3D image that maps your teeth. Using the digital image, the dentist will be able to map out a plan of how your teeth will move and will even be able to show you a picture of what your teeth will look like though each stage of treatment.
Based on the 3D pictures, your dentist will produce a set of custom-fit aligners for you. The aligners are made of a smooth, comfortable plastic and will not irritate your mouth the way that metal braces would. Every two weeks, you will change to a new set of aligners and gradually your teeth will begin to move. Approximately every six weeks you will have an appointment with your dentist to monitor your progress and make any necessary adjustments in treatment. At every stage, you will be able to see a noticeable difference in the position of your teeth.
The Benefits of Invisalign
When looked at next to traditional braces, there are a variety of benefits to wearing Invisalign. The most obvious one is the fact that Invisalign is not easily noticeable. For many people, the worst part of having braces is how they affect their appearance. For teens, braces can be a source of low self-confidence. For adults, the social stigma surrounding braces discourages many older people from attempting to straighten their teeth. Invisalign offers a solution to these problems.
Another one of the major benefits of Invisalign is that your aligners are removable. This means you are free to eat whatever you want. In addition, you are able to properly brush and floss your teeth to maintain good oral health. Want to spend a night out with your friends? You can leave the aligners at home. As long as you wear them for the allotted amount of hours per day, your teeth will continue to move.
If you are looking to get a straighter set of teeth and don't want to deal with the hassle of metallic braces on your teeth, look no further than Invisalign. Contact your Williamsburg dentist today to learn if you are a candidate for straightening your teeth with Invisalign.
