If you’ve ever been interested in straightening your smile or if you’ve looked into orthodontic treatment, you’ve likely heard a lot about how incredible Invisalign is. However, many of the things that you’ll read about them focus on their aesthetic benefits; while these are substantial, they’re far from the only advantage of the treatment.
Here are a few other reasons, besides just appearances, that Invisalign is worth pursuing over other orthodontic options.
Freedom From Dietary Restrictions
If you’ve ever known someone who had braces, you’re probably aware that having them often comes with dietary restrictions. You have to be careful about what you eat so that you don’t accidentally damage your wires and brackets, and so you don’t discolor your teeth in a way that will be obvious when your braces come off.
Invisalign, on the other hand, can be removed at any time. This means that they can be taken off before eating, allowing you to skirt the dietary restrictions associated with traditional orthodontics.
A Bit of Comfort
When people think about the prospect of straightening their teeth, they’re often worried about comfort. After all, whatever oral appliance you choose will be with you for a year or two, so hopefully it’s something that you can be happy to wear.
While orthodontics are always optimized for the patient’s comfort, wires and brackets can sometimes poke at the soft tissues in the mouth. While this is easily ameliorated with a small ball of dental wax, clear aligners sleek design means that they avoid this problem entirely.
Fewer Check-in Appointments
While seeing your dentist regularly is important, the tightenings necessary for traditional braces aren’t necessarily ideal for many patients. Moreover, these check-ins will be necessary for as long as you have your braces, which tends to be anywhere from 12-18 months for most patients.
One of the perks of Invisalign is that you’ll have far fewer of these appointments. You’ll see your dentist much less frequently than you would for braces, but that’s not the only reason; overall treatment times tend to be much shorter as well.
If you’re interested in straightening your smile, now you know that Invisalign has much more to offer than just looks. Depending on your situation, they could be the perfect solution for you!
About the Author
Dr. Ashley Civetti makes it a point to keep up with the latest developments in dentistry. She loves how her field is constantly changing, meaning that there’s always a new challenge to ignite her passion for her work. She also finds it enormously rewarding to apply her expansive knowledge to her clinical work. Dr. Civetti received her dental degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center School of Dentistry at Houston and is currently expanding her clinical knowledge at the prestigious Kois Center.
If you have any questions about Invisalign, she can be reached at her website or by phone at (561) 462-5002.