What Is Invisalign?
There are a number of options available to straighten your smile. Invisalign orthodontic treatment includes a series of custom-made clear aligners that are hard to see when they are being worn.
Invisalign's series of custom aligners are designed to straighten teeth without the brackets or wires that come with traditional metal braces.
Your personalized treatment plan will map out your orthodontic treatment schedule. During your Invisalign treatment, you will wear each set of aligners for approximately two weeks, then switch to the next set in your series. This process continues until your treatment is finished.
Invisalign or Braces?
Invisalign clear aligners have a number of benefits that make them appealing to those who want to straighten their smile without the appearance of traditional braces.
Invisalign for Different Ages
Invisalign offers orthodontic aligners specially designed for adults, teens, and even young children.
Invisalign used to be thought of as unsuitable for children because of how their smiles are changing drastically. But with recent developments, Invisalign, Invisalign for Teens, and Invisalign First for children are designed to address the unique needs of each stage in dental development.
They are Discreet
If you are worried about the aesthetics of traditional metal braces, you'll appreciate Invisalign's clear plastic aligners. Invisalign's aligners are made from a thin clear plastic that can hardly be seen when worn. Typically, people won't notice that you're wearing them.
You Can Remove Them
There's no need to give up enjoying any of your favourite foods when you straighten your teeth with Invisalign. Invisalign aligners are removable. All you do is take your aligners out and store them in their handy container while you eat. When you're finished eating, simply brush and floss your teeth, rinse your aligners, and return them to your mouth. Now you won't have to miss out on the popcorn when you're enjoying date night at the movies.
They are Convenient
Unlike traditional metal braces, Invisalign aligners don't require adjustments. That means you will only need to visit the orthodontist for checkups and progress reviews throughout your orthodontic treatment.
What You Should Consider
While Invisalign can be quite appealing to many people, it is important to understand that this course of treatment is not suitable for all cases. Those with severe misalignments or jaw misalignment would likely benefit from a different treatment option.
While it may be convenient to be able to remove your aligners whenever you want, the longer your aligners are out of your mouth, the longer your treatment will take. It is important not to abuse the privilege! Your aligners must be in your mouth for 20-22 hours per day in order to be effective.