6 Reasons for Getting Invisalign® That Goes Beyond Your Looks!

Crooked and improperly gapped teeth are hard to clean, increasing your risk of oral issues such as gum disease and cavities. Your aesthetics can be affected, making you feel shy or self-conscious about your smile. Fortunately, you can straighten your teeth through orthodontic treatments.

Traditional braces use metal wires and brackets to close teeth gaps or move teeth to the desired positions. The visible nature of metal braces is a concern for most patients looking to straighten their teeth without hiding their smiles. For this reason, most people opt for Invisalign® clear aligners. Contact our dentist for Invisalign in Chestnut Hill, MA.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign is a clear aligner that uses clear trays to straighten crooked teeth and close gaps. One of the key selling points of Invisalign is that it offers discretion, enabling teenagers and adults alike to straighten their teeth without compromising their smiles.

The dentist customizes your Invisalign aligners according to the structure of your mouth. Every two weeks, you must wear a new set of Invisalign trays. Each set of trays moves teeth gradually to the desired position. The aligners should be worn for at least 20-22 hours per day for the entire treatment period. Depending on the complexity of your condition, the treatment can take 6-18 months.

Unlike traditional braces, which aren’t removable, you should remove Invisalign aligners when eating and brushing. It would be best if you cleaned them daily to prevent plaque and bacteria buildup, which can cause oral infections and teeth yellowing. Once the treatment is complete, your orthodontist will give you a retainer to help keep your teeth in their new position.

Reasons to Choose Invisalign 

Invisalign aligners do more than provide excellent aesthetics. Below are other advantages of Invisalign treatment that go beyond your looks.

• Invisalign improves your oral hygiene. 

Crooked teeth and improper teeth gaps can cause food to get trapped in your mouth, creating a breeding ground for bacteria attacks. It can increase your risk of oral infections such as gum diseases and tooth decay.

With Invisalign aligners, you’re constantly brushing and flossing your teeth, reducing the risk of bacteria and plaque buildup. Similarly, Invisalign straightens your teeth, making them easier to clean and maintain.

• Invisalign improves your bite function.

Misaligned and improper teeth gaps make it difficult to chew and eat food properly. It can make you hesitant to eat certain foods such as hard fruits, nuts, and vegetables, leading to malnutrition. Invisalign straightens your teeth, which improves your bite function and allows you to eat normally.

• Invisalign improves your self-confidence. 

Misaligned or crooked teeth can make you self-conscious about your smile. Invisalign aligners straighten your teeth and make you feel better about your smile. You’ll be happy to show your smile and speak confidently. High self-confidence is beneficial for your social life, career, and overall quality of life.

• Invisalign protects your oral health. 

Invisalign aligners can fix a lot of dental imperfections such as crooked teeth, crowded teeth, improper gaps in your teeth, overbites, and underbites. If not addressed, these issues will likely cause more dental problems such as tooth erosion, poor bite, jaw aches, gum inflammation, tooth loss, and dental trauma. Invisalign treatment corrects these issues, thereby protecting your oral health.

• There are no food restrictions. 

You are limited to what you can eat or drink with traditional braces. For instance, sticky foods can get trapped under the braces, while hard foods can cause the braces to slip or break, affecting your treatment. With Invisalign, all foods and drinks are allowed as long as you remove the aligners before consuming them.

The only thing you can consume with your Invisalign is clear water. Once you’ve finished eating, you must brush and floss your teeth before wearing the aligners back. It prevents the risk of food particles getting trapped between the aligner and the teeth, increasing your risk of cavities, gum disease, and other oral issues.

• Invisalign improves your speech. 

When your front teeth are improperly aligned or gapped, it can cause issues with pronunciation and speech. Invisalign position your teeth better, considerably improving your pronunciation and speech.

Schedule an Appointment Today

Are you interested in Invisalign treatment in Brookline, MA? Contact Hammond Pond Dental Group today to book your appointment.