The benefits of invisible braces: A clear path to a confident smile
Braces made of metal or ceramic aren’t the only option available to get the teeth in proper alignment. Invisible aligners, or Gold Standard Invisalign, are the alternative available at Solitaire Family Dentistry to get perfectly straightened teeth.
Why choose invisible braces?
Easy to maintain oral hygiene
With regular metal or ceramic braces, especially with the elastics on, it is difficult to get the brush to thoroughly clean around the brackets and the wire. Food getting stuck in areas difficult to clean can lead to dental caries and halitosis. With Invisalign, the aligners can be removed during brushing and eating, which makes oral hygiene maintenance easier. The convenience of being able to remove them at will and clean the teeth is what makes them truly stand apart from the rest.
No dietary restrictions.
The brackets detach from the teeth, sometimes loosening the wire when the patient chews on a hard food item. Foods like nuts, popcorn, ice, hard candy, and gum are to be avoided. With aligners, the ease of taking them out makes it convenient to eat any food item. We can clean the teeth and the aligners and put them back in place.
Comfortable than regular braces
When the metal brackets rub against the cheeks, there can be soreness. The tongue, when used to feel the braces, can become sore. The wire at the ends can sometimes poke the inside of the cheek. With Invisalign, the aligners are smooth, and there are no sharp edges. It is much more relevant for patients who play contact sports. Invisalign is made of smart Trak material, which applies steady, constant pressure rather than the sudden pressure applied to the teeth with braces and tightening of the wire. Each new aligner set will feel a little tighter than the previous one, but the tightness feeling shouldn’t last more than a day or two.
Nobody will notice.
There have been instances of children being bullied at school because of their metal braces. Bullying frequently begins before the child receives braces, even when there is obvious tooth misalignment. It is our social responsibility to teach children that confidence in oneself is not dependent on one’s outward appearance. However, wanting to look a certain way or have better-aligned teeth is not a crime at all and is rather natural. Avoiding braces isn’t the answer. Placing more emphasis on having a good occlusion and smile for good overall oral health in the long run is much better than simply enhancing the looks of the kid. Having said all this, aligners are clear and made of plastic, which makes them almost invisible to others. The same results as braces can be achieved without being noticeable.
Less orthodontist visits:
Aligners are available in multiple sets, which are given to the patient, and they can be changed at home without frequently visiting the dentist. Whereas with braces, once every 4-6 weeks, at least an appointment needs to be scheduled to tighten the wire and check the progress, and additional unexpected appointments need to be scheduled in case of broken brackets or poking wires.
No teeth discoloration
With regular braces, by the end of the treatment after the debonding, a slight yellowish stain of the tooth might be seen around the bracket-bonded area, and in general, yellowing of teeth might be seen due to difficulty maintaining oral hygiene. But with Invisalign, no such problem is encountered, as oral hygiene can be maintained well.
How does Invisalign work?
First, the doctor takes a digital scan of the teeth and plans for a customized treatment plan. CLIN Check software is a 3D interactive visual interface that helps the doctor determine the forces applied to each tooth and where they should be applied to achieve a good result. Once the treatment plan is approved by the patient, the aligner sets are ordered, and upon arrival, the patient is called in to check the fit and to add customized composite attachments to the
that aid in moving the teeth. Each aligner set is designed to be worn for about 7–10 days, following which a new set of trays customized to fit the new changes is to be switched to. Most treatments take about 12–18 months, except in simple cases where the treatment can be done in 6 months. Aligners press continuously on the teeth to move them gradually. The teeth and tissues that support them are moved into a more stable position by the pressure. For alignment to be effective, it must be worn for 22 hours a day. They should only be taken off to eat and clean. It’s essential that patients comply.
Invisible Braces vs Traditional Braces
The introduction of clear aligners is the most path-breaking development in orthodontics in recent years. Invisalign has patented smart Trak technology used for its aligners, which makes them more pliable and durable, offering better results than the other aligners. The advancements in Invisalign itself have made it possible for it to be used in moderate to complex cases, including crossbites, deep bites, and open bites. Better oral hygiene with better periodontal health and root resorption has been noted in patients using clear aligners.
Conclusion
At Solitaire Family Dentistry, we offer metal braces, ceramic braces, Damon braces, and Invisalign. If you are interested in Invisalign, our orthodontists at Solitaire Family Dentistry would love to discuss it with you further. We offer the best orthodontic services in Hyderabad. To learn more, call us at 628-149-7455.
