Invisalign®
Orthodontic treatment is the most common treatment, especially among teenagers. Probably a young adolescent with metal latticework covering their teeth can be seen. Many people who meet those criteria that seek orthodontic treatment. But because of inconvenient braces may refuse to get the treatment. Invisalign® transparent aligners, a modern alternative to conventional metal braces, are increasingly well-liked.
Dr.Kim, Highline dental practice New York, provides Invisalign clear aligners. As their name suggests, Invisalign clear aligners are built with virtually transparent polyurethane plastic. These Transparent clear aligners are fully removable, unlike metal or clear braces, which are fused or bonded to the teeth.
Benefits Of Invisalign Clear Aligners
Other benefits of the Invisalign system include the following:
Better Oral Hygiene
Cleaning your teeth will be much easier with a detachable orthodontic appliance than with metal braces.
A Discreet Look
If your orthodontic treatment is just metal braces that don’t match your self-image, a virtually undetectable orthodontic Invisalign treatment may be the right choice.
More dietary options
Some dietary changes are required to safeguard braces and metal wires. You can still stick to your favorite food while wearing clear aligners.
Comfort
Unlike metal wires and braces, which can irritate the sensitive tissues in the mouth, Invisalign is made with a thin, flexible plastic that can help you avoid such unpleasant situations.
Convenient
Unlike braces, Clear aligners don’t require as many appointments. See us between four and six weeks so we can assess your development.
Protection against Teeth Grinding
If you have the habit of clenching or grinding your teeth frequently, transparent aligners might serve as a thin night guard to shield your teeth from damage.
Many malocclusions previously too complicated for this kind of therapy can be rectified because of developments in clear aligner technology throughout time. The use of traditional braces may still be advantageous in some situations. With you, we can go through this in further detail.
How Does Invisalign Work?
The clear Invisalign aligners work similarly to traditional braces by gently moving teeth into a more advantageous position. But they are not composed of metal; rather, they are molded from flexible, translucent plastic.
Invisalign Procedure
Shifting the teeth from their existing places can achieve the ideal alignment for your teeth using specialized computer software. There might be a dozen or more phases to this process. The Invisalign trays are fabricated with plastic “trays” or “aligners” for each step, one for the top teeth alignment and the other for the bottom.
You must wear the trays for at least 20 hours per day for the first two weeks. To complete the next step of the progressive movement, you will next switch to the following set of aligners in your series. This process is followed repeated until your teeth are properly aligned.
Two features have been implemented during the past several years to make Invisalign a more suitable orthodontic treatment option for teens.
Certain “eruption tabs” maintain the proper amount of open space for molars that have not entirely erupted.
Additionally, “compliance signs” are included in the material of the aligners for teenagers that will fade with use.
As a result, parents, dentists, and even teenagers can verify that the trays are being worn as directed. Only in this scenario may Invisalign be used to treat orthodontic issues.
Preventing Dental Problems During Invisalign Treatment
One of the key benefits of the Invisalign system is that the trays can be taken out for simple cleaning, as explained already. To prevent food and plaque from being stuck in the aligners and promote tooth decay and gum disease, you should wash your teeth right after every meal or snack. Regular cleaning is also required for your aligners; you can brush them and then wash them with warm water.
Please remember that although wearing clear aligners is completely different from wearing braces, it’s still crucial to maintain your post-treatment outcomes. You safeguard your investment in a stunning new smile, be sure to wear your retainer(s) exactly as directed after your treatment is finished.
Schedule a Consultation
Dr. Kim will inspect your teeth and discuss whether you are the ideal candidate for Invisalign treatment. If You are the right candidate for clear aligners, Dr. Kim will demonstrate the benefits of Invisalign treatment. Begin with a quick, accurate digital scan, and your dentist will suggest a treatment plan that is unique to you. Even a sneak peek of your smile will be given.
If Invisalign is not fit for your case, then Dr. Kim will assist with the right orthodontic treatment to help you get perfectly straight teeth.
What to Expect?
Based on your personalized therapy, your clear aligners are created utilizing cutting-edge technology. Taking into account the comfort of your aligners throughout the treatment.
You won’t be alone throughout your entire treatment; your dentist will always be at your side.
FAQ
1. What Are the Materials Used to Make Invisalign?
The BPA-free plastic used to create the Invisalign is likewise medically certified, and it is fashioned into the shape of dental trays. According on how the therapy is going, these transparent dental trays are replaced every two weeks with fresh ones.
2. Why Is Invisalign Better Than Braces?
As Invisalign applies less pressure to the teeth-aligning process, it is more comfortable and less painful than braces.
3. Is Invisalign Comfortable to Wear?
Because of the absence of metal brackets and wires that might cut the mouth, using the Invisalign teeth trays is highly pleasant. Invisalign alignment appliances are extremely pleasant and simple to use because they don’t have any sharp edges like metal braces.
4. Is Using Invisalign Painful?
However, Invisalign moves the position of the teeth for better alignment with the rest of the teeth, it may produce little discomfort in the teeth, it is not uncomfortable to wear.
5. What Is the Duration of Invisalign Treatment?
The complexity of the issue determines how long the Invisalign treatment will take. If the misalignment is relatively minor, it might just take six months, and if it’s a little more complicated, it might take 12 to 24 months to complete the Invisalign treatment.