People want their smiles attractive, and most Americans perceive a grin as desirable. A person's smile can significantly improve their impression of themselves. Unfortunately, many are anxious about the appearance of their teeth with metal brackets. Fortunately, more discreet orthodontic services, such as Invisalign translucent aligners, are now available.
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Dobson and Frye Family Dentistry, Implants, and Braces offer Invisalign®, a teeth-straightening system that uses clear aligners to address mild to moderate orthodontic concerns.
Invisalign is one of the best ways to correct teeth without using metal brackets and wires. These appliances are worn in the upper and lower arch, exerting pressure on your teeth to enable the desired movement to correct crowded teeth, including problems like underbite, crossbite, overbite, open-bite malocclusion, and deep bites. Invisalign, the clear way to straighten your teeth, is generally considered the perfect solution for patients who wish to benefit from orthodontic therapy but do not have more complex structural or bad bites.
Invisalign's gentle and consistent pressure on your teeth can gradually shift them into place. Sedation could be necessary during the initial appointment because some people might experience pain. Also, a few days after the aligners are placed, they may affect your speech, so you might temporarily experience some minor speech issues. However, patients should not worry because the treatment will be over soon. To maintain progress, patients change their aligners every two weeks and wear a clear retainer after the procedure is finished to prevent teeth from shifting back. A cosmetic dentist can do minimal reshaping or teeth contouring after Invisalign, but if more invasive work is needed, see an orthodontist.
Invisalign aligners are made of medical-grade polyurethane resins and don't contain the harmful chemical bisphenol A (BPA). Invisalign uses digital impressions and CAD/CAM software to create a customized set of clear aligners that move your teeth into place. In addition, these devices correct crooked smiles using x-rays as a guide.
It may be easy to think of your child's teeth as the only ones that need straightening, but remember to take care of your oral health. Thanks to Invisalign, adults in Arizona can straighten their teeth entirely without worrying about the telltale signs of wires or brackets showing in their teeth. It is an ideal treatment for adults who want a better-looking smile regardless of age. See Clear braces if you want an alternative that is more comfortable and less noticeable than metal braces.
Invisalign Teen was created for teen patients who want to straighten their teeth without conventional braces. This alternative to traditional braces has proven to be effective in correcting crooked teeth and can also improve your smile's appearance. The original version of Invisalign leaves tabs in place to help the permanent teeth grow correctly. However, Dobson and Frye Family Dentistry's new teen version does not use tabs on those teeth. As a result, teens experience the same benefits as adults who use Invisalign but still get to develop their permanent teeth.
Invisalign kids is a particular version of Invisalign that was created to address orthodontic problems involving deciduous teeth. Orthopedic trays are used to treat malocclusion or crooked teeth. The trays gradually widen the jaw, which makes them useful for children who are still growing.
If you are interested in learning more about this treatment's definition, facts, and step-by-step process, contact us today.
Invisalign Express comes with a shorter length of treatment than traditional Invisalign. As a result, it's best for less complicated conditions, and you only have to wear five to ten series of aligners compared to the standard Invisalign.
The duration of your treatment is dependent on the state of your oral health. In the average case, it can take as long as 12-18 months to complete; complex situations may require more than two years. However, if you have a cracked or missing tray—an unforeseen emergency—your treatment may be extended.
