Invisalign corrects your misaligned smile by applying pressure. Over time, these forces correct the position of your teeth and your bite.
Comfort
Invisalign express is a revolutionary alternative to traditional braces. Instead of frequent visits to an orthodontist, where metal wires must be tightened, patients receive new trays each two weeks. This eliminates the need to tighten the device and reduces the amount of pressure placed on teeth.
Another benefit of Invisalign is that it helps to improve oral hygiene. The aligners must be worn by the patient for 22 hours per day. This means that they need to brush and floss their mouths frequently in order to maintain good oral health. They can also be taken out to eat. This is convenient for most adults. This also allows them to drink a variety of liquids, including alcohol and coffee, without fear of staining their mouth.
Because they are clear, Invisalign aligners are less visible than standard braces, making them an ideal choice for adult patients who need to straighten their smiles while working or socializing. Some people still need standard braces. For example, those with extreme crowding and crooked or crowded teeth.
Although clear aligners can be uncomfortable for some patients, the treatment will work as long as they are worn consistently. It is important to remember that the aligners must be removed when eating or drinking, and they need to be cleaned before being put back in. Some adults forget to wear their trays. This can delay the time it takes for their smiles straighten.
Hygiene
To maintain proper hygiene during Invisalign treatment, patients should brush their teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste for two minutes each time. Flossing is also necessary, and patients should use floss threaders or interdental brushes to reach hard-to-reach places where plaque can hide. Rinsing with mouthwash is also a good idea because it helps to kill any bacteria that brushing and flossing may have missed.
Rinse the Invisalign tray thoroughly every morning and evening to remove any bacteria which may have accumulated during the night or day. Rinsing helps to keep the trays smelling fresh. Invisalign tray should be soaked with denture cleaners or Invisalign crystals at least one time per week to ensure they are hygienic.
While wearing Invisalign, it’s a good idea not to stain your food or beverages with coffee, tea, wine, or sauces that are highly pigmented. These foods and drinks can stain the trays and yellow or discolor them, so it’s important to remove them before eating or drinking anything other than water. Patients should avoid eating sticky or chewy food that can damage aligners. They also need to brush their teeth right after eating.
Invisalign may have revolutionized orthodontic treatment, but regular dental or orthodontist visits are still necessary. These visits are an opportunity for dentists and orthodontists to monitor and adjust the Invisalign treatment, ensuring patients achieve their dream smiles in a safe and effective manner. During these visits dentists can help patients develop healthy dental habits to ensure their success with Invisalign.
Appearance
Invisalign is a clear plastic brace that is virtually invisible. Invisalign’s discreetness is one of the main reasons people choose this orthodontic appliance over others.
During your consultation, your orthodontist will determine whether Invisalign is right for you. We will take x-rays, photographs, and impressions of your teeth to get an idea of how much your teeth have moved and where they are shifting. This will help us create a personalized treatment plan to speed up the process of straightening your teeth.
They will scan your teeth once you are ready to start Invisalign. This innovative technology creates an image of your teeth, jaw and face in 3D. We can see the exact changes you need to make to achieve a better aligned smile. Once they have a complete picture of your bite, they can begin designing your Invisalign trays.
The trays will consist of thin, clear plastic that is meticulously shaped to fit over your top and bottom teeth. The trays are designed so that your teeth will shift into a more symmetrical formation over time. During treatment, the trays will be worn for 20-22 hours a day. You can only remove them when you eat or drink. You will also need to keep them clean, brushing them daily before putting them back in.
Even though the trays themselves are transparent, they can still be identified by certain features. The trays add a bit of thickness to your teeth. This can be more noticeable when you are speaking to someone face-to-face. The trays can also make your teeth seem different in certain lighting conditions.
Invisalign will also change the shape of your cheekbone if you have gaps in your teeth or are overcrowded. However, this is less noticeable in adults because the skeleton is already fully developed.
Time
The time it takes to complete Invisalign depends on many different variables, and the precise timeline will vary from one patient to another. The treatment usually takes less than one year to straighten the most crooked teeth, but it can take much longer for people with more serious alignment issues.
The main factor in how long Invisalign treatment takes is how consistently and thoroughly the trays are worn. The trays should be in place for 20-22 hours a day, only being removed to eat or drink, and for regular brushing and flossing. It’s also essential that the trays are thoroughly cleaned in order to avoid odor-causing buildups and bacteria. It is important to clean the trays every morning and night with a cleaner that’s specifically designed for Invisalign. Otherwise, they could become stained or harbor harmful bacteria.
Another important factor to consider is patient compliance with the instructions and rules for wearing and caring of the trays. If someone doesn’t adhere to these instructions, it will take longer for Invisalign treatment and they may not get the results they want. This is true for older patients who may need to wear the trays longer than younger patients because their bone tissue is less receptive to change.
Invisalign’s time to work is also affected by the preparation work done, especially when there are crowded teeth. This can include a process called interproximal reduction, where discs are used to “sand down” a small portion of the teeth in order to create more room for them within the mouth. This can initially make the teeth feel very tight, and it will increase the treatment time.
