Invisalign - Invisible Braces for a More Perfect Smile
Invisalign is the hottest thing to hit the orthodontics scene in some time. Like retainers and plastic spacers, invisalign invisible braces work to straighten the teeth through a series of plastic molds that are created based on the original placement of the patient’s teeth. Like traditional braces, which are tightened with time, the brackets that you wear get tighter as time goes on, and no one ever has to know that you have braces on. Although some people don’t mind the look of braces and even some people actually like the way that braces look, invisalign is getting more adults to take care of their teeth because they don’t have to let the world know that they’re a ‘metal mouth?or a ‘brace face?if they don’t want to.
These plastic braces will be changed every week or two and are only removed to eat, drink, and take care of your teeth. When they are in, no one will ever know unless they look very closely or unless you tell them that they are there. Slowly, week by week, your teeth will begin to move and get closer to being straight like they should be. You will have to visit your orthodontist every 6 weeks or so to make sure that things are staying on track and that you are making the progress that you should be making. The treatment period is between 9 and 15 months depending on the severity of your teeth in the first place. You can expect to have between 18 and 30 aligners during your treatment, although every case will be different.
Recently, this product was introduced to the teen market, providing a more appealing way for teens to get the dental care that they need without the embarrassment of having traditional braces. Whether you are a child or an adult, you need to keep in mind that when you change brackets, you will experience minor discomfort for the first few days. However, this will be minimal and won’t last. You might have slight speech problems at first if you cannot adjust to the brackets right away. However, this too will subside with time and you will be able to talk and enjoy life like nothing has happened.
Invisalign doesn’t cost any more than a traditional set of braces in most cases, and can provide the same lasting results without the pain and discomfort of metal braces. Make sure that you talk to your dentist to see if your dental plan covers orthodontics or not because that will be an important part of your decision in many cases.