Do you wish you could have straighter teeth?
Whether you want to smile with confidence, have teeth that are easier to clean, or you’ve heard that straighter teeth can reduce headaches and speech problems – orthodontic treatment offers countless benefits to your health and quality of life.
However, it’s easy to feel that you missed out by not having braces when you were younger. As an adult, the thought of undergoing orthodontic treatment can seem inconvenient, uncomfortable and even a little embarrassing.
Luckily, technology has come a long way since the days when metal braces were the only option. Clear aligners, such as Invisalign, have revolutionised teeth straightening, providing a discrete, comfortable and quick way to achieve your dream smile.
In this blog post, we’ll be offering a complete guide to Invisalign – answering common questions about how the treatment works and why it’s so popular (Invisalign has transformed 17 million smiles across the world!).
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign treatment consists of a course of clear, removable aligners, prescribed by your dentist, that quickly and discreetly straighten your smile, without the wires and brackets of traditional fixed braces.
How does Invisalign work?
Invisalign aligners are made out of a flexible, thin, clear plastic that is custom-made to fit your teeth and mouth. You receive a set of these clear aligners and have to swap them out every week. Gradually, the aligners close gaps and realign crooked teeth until a straight smile is achieved.
What are the benefits of Invisalign?
A more comfortable way to straighten teeth
The revolutionary Invisalign technology means that straightening teeth no longer has to be an uncomfortable process requiring a mouthful of metal, wires and brackets. No metal is required, resulting in an orthodontic treatment that patients agree is comfortable and unintrusive.
It’s invisible!
The clear and thin nature of Invisalign aligners means that they are very discreet. When paired with the fact that they are also comfortable, you can forget you’re even wearing them and socialise, laugh and smile with confidence throughout your treatment.
No painful screwing or tightening
Unlike traditional fixed braces that require tightening and screwing periodically by your dentist, Invisalign aligners are designed to gradually straighten teeth by exerting just the right amount of pressure. While you may feel this pressure being applied to your teeth, you won’t feel the toothache and pain often associated with tightening fixed braces as each aligner is designed to create a smaller movement and is changed more often.
The aligners are removable
One of the aspects that made clear aligners a revolution in teeth straightening is the fact that they are designed to be taken in and out. While you will have to wear your aligners for around 22 hours per day to achieve a straighter smile, it is recommended to take them out to eat and drink. This prevents food particles and bacteria getting trapped in your aligners and damaging your teeth, but it also means you don’t have to deal with the painstaking process of cleaning fixed braces after eating.
State-of-the-art predictive technology
Here at 543, we use the latest digital equipment to capture the most accurate scan of your teeth as well as providing our patients with a more comfortable patient experience. Invisalign also gives us access to state-of-the-art predictive technology and modelling techniques which allow us to show you a realistic image of how your teeth will look after treatment.
You can combine Invisalign with other treatments
The removable design of Invisalign aligners makes it possible to receive further restorative or cosmetic dental treatment alongside teeth straightening – including teeth whitening, restorative work and composite bonding – helping you achieve a total smile makeover in a short amount of time.
Is Invisalign suitable for everyone?
Invisalign is capable of treating a long list of orthodontic problems, which makes it suitable for most patients. However, some complex orthodontic problems require alternative orthodontic treatment. Your teeth and gums will also need to be healthy before treatment can start. The best way to find out if Invisalign is right for you is to arrange a consultation with one of our experienced dentists.
Book your consultation today
If you are interested in conveniently and discreetly straightening your teeth with Invisalign, give us a call to book your initial consultation, which will involve an examination of your teeth and an X-ray. We will then be able to talk you through all of the treatment options, so you can make an informed decision before commencing treatment.
Are you ready to transform your smile? Book your Invisalign consultation today by phone on 07772 640585 or contact us by email here.
