How Invisalign Can Help You Achieve Straighter Teeth Without Braces
Millions of Americans have teeth that are poorly aligned, gapped, crowded, or positioned in a way that can be uncomfortable to speak or eat. Unfortunately, teeth placement can also take a toll on confidence and mental health. While traditional braces have been around for decades, some people are hesitant to use them due to how noticeable they are. If you are looking for straighter teeth without braces, Invisalign might be a perfect fit for you.
How Is Invisalign Different?
Invisalign is a system of clear aligner trays that are placed on her teeth in a specific order to gradually shift them over time. These translucent trays are designed to fit in your mouth perfectly and snugly so that there is no pressing or discomfort. Unlike traditional braces, you can take Invisalign trays out to eat or drink, brush your teeth, or quickly take a picture.
Another one of the biggest differences is that Invisalign is virtually invisible. It is very challenging to tell whether or not someone is wearing clear aligner trays, which makes many people who use Invisalign feel more confident about how they look over the course of their orthodontic treatment.
What Challenges Can Invisalign Solve?
There are many different orthodontic challenges that Invisalign can assist with, including some surprisingly complex cases. Your orthodontist in San Francisco will be able to consult with you and inform you whether or not clear aligners are a good fit for your specific oral health concerns. Some of the most common reasons why people use Invisalign clear aligners to achieve straighter teeth include:
- An open bite
- Gapped teeth
- Crowded teeth
- Crooked teeth
- Mild crossbite
- Mild underbite
- Mild or moderate overbite
- And more
In some cases, your orthodontic needs may be better suited for traditional braces instead of Invisalign. It’s always best to speak with your orthodontist to understand the best treatment plan for you.
How Does Invisalign Straighten Teeth Without Braces?
Invisalign clear aligner trays are made of a proprietary material that gradually shifts your teeth without discomfort. By applying consistent, gentle pressure to the surface of the tooth, your teeth will move into the proper spot without the need for metal brackets or wires. Because your teeth are moving, you might experience some discomfort, but it will not be on the level that you might experience with traditional braces.
While you can remove Invisalign clear aligner trays to eat or drink, you do need to wear them for a certain amount of time in order for them to work. In general, you should be wearing your aligner trays for 20 to 22 hours daily. Your Orthodontist will tell you about the proper progression for your trays and what pace to swap them out. Over the course of your treatment, you will have appointments to confirm that your teeth are shifting at the proper pace.
What Are Some of the Benefits of Invisalign?
There are many different reasons why people choose Invisalign over traditional braces, including:
- Invisalign trays are virtually invisible, so you don’t need to feel self-conscious while you are having your teeth straightened.
- With Invisalign, you can eat and drink virtually anything. Traditional braces are in your mouth all the time, so you need to avoid things like sticky foods or hard candy. Invisalign will not impact your diet.
- Because you can remove the trays to clean your teeth, many people find it easier to maintain optimal oral health and floss and brush with ease.
- With Invisalign, you will naturally progress through your clear aligner trays and not need to worry about the hassle that can happen when you break a bracket or have a wire poking your mouth and need to rush back to the orthodontist for it to be fixed.
- Clear aligner trays are incredibly comfortable thanks to the unique material that Invisalign uses and the fact that they are custom fit to your mouth.
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