Many Americans suffer from orthodontic problems, and many of them put off seeking Traditional Braces treatment. If you do not want to get metal braces due to concerns about aesthetics, convenience, or comfort, you are not alone. Fortunately, there have been many advancements in orthodontics, including clear aligners. Today, our experts at Implant & Comprehensive Dentistry in Champions Gate, FL discuss the benefits of Invisalign. Read on to learn more.
What Are the Primary Benefits of Choosing Invisalign Over Traditional Braces?
There are many compelling benefits of choosing Invisalign over traditional braces. One such benefit is that if you suffer from mild or moderate crowding or misalignment, it is possible to see your desired results within six months of starting treatment. During your consultation, we will evaluate the severity of your concerns and give you a more accurate picture of when you can expect to enjoy the results you want. Additionally, fewer appointments are required if you opt for clear aligners.
Another advantage Invisalign offers over traditional braces is that you can remove the aligners. This means that you can eat and drink whatever you want. People with clear dental aligners also tend to find it easier to maintain dental hygiene than people with traditional braces. There is also no need to worry about whether you will be able to participate in your favorite sport.
What Factors Affect How Long the Results Will Take?
How long it will take your desired results to develop depends on several factors, including the severity of your concerns. In severe cases, you may need to be treated over one or 1.5 years. Another factor influencing your length is treatment is your compliance with the treatment program. You can remove your aligner for eating, drinking anything other than cool water, cleaning your mouth and aligners, and playing sports that may affect your mouth. However, if you want to treat malocclusion as quickly as possible, you must follow your treatment plan.
You should do your best to keep your aligners in during the first 48 hours of treatment and take them out for no more than two hours daily after that. Notably, while it may be six to 18 months before your orthodontic concerns are treated fully, your condition should improve noticeably after no more than two or three months.
Are There Any Other Factors That Come Into Play?
Age and heredity also influence the rate at which your results develop. Typically, adults’ treatments take longer than adolescents’ treatments because their adult teeth have anchored in their mouths.
Your genes may decrease or increase the rate at which your malocclusion is treated. For instance, while it is common for results to develop fully after only six to 18 months, it may take closer to two years to treat your orthodontic issues depending on your genes. Contrastingly, we have seen clients whose results have developed faster than expected because they had a genetic predisposition for faster tooth shifting.
Other Frequently Asked Questions
How Often Will I Need To Attend Follow-Up Appointments?
As a general rule, you can expect to need to come in for a follow-up appointment every six to eight weeks. During each appointment, we will give you three or four sets of aligners and evaluate the alignment of your teeth. Each set of aligners is capable of shifting your teeth a third of a centimeter, and you must change aligners every two weeks to continue your progress between appointments.
To reiterate, this is a general rule. If your misalignment is severe, orthodontic appointments every two weeks may be required so we are able to monitor your progress very closely. Moreover, if you suffer from severe orthodontic concerns, you may need SmartForce attachments to enhance the efficacy and efficiency of your aligners. We will give you a clear picture of what to expect once we have evaluated your concerns and discussed your goals.
Am I a Good Candidate for This Treatment?
We will advise you on whether you qualify for Invisalign during your initial evaluation. If you are displeased by crowded teeth, gaps in your teeth, an underbite, a crossbite, or an overbite, there is a very good chance that you will qualify for treatment. Commonly, people have gaps between their front teeth because their jawbone is disproportionately large relative to the size of their teeth. With Invisalign, this problem can be corrected quickly and comfortably.
Roughly eight to 12 months of treatment will be required to correct gaps between your teeth. Crowding also usually affects the front teeth, and clear aligners will probably be a great fit for you if you have this problem. If you have a narrow jaw or teeth that are too large for your gums, you can use clear aligners to improve your mouth in approximately six months.
What Rules Must Be Followed During Treatment?
You will be advised on every rule you must follow throughout your treatment during your initial evaluation. One of the most important rules to follow is to remove your aligners before you eat. Unlike with traditional braces, you are free to eat carrots, popcorn, nuts, and chewy candy, but only with your aligners out, as they can become damaged if you eat while you are wearing them.
Moreover, you must keep your clear aligners clean. You should ensure they are free from food debris by brushing them with a dedicated soft-bristled toothbrush and special soap. Once your aligners are clean, they must be rinsed thoroughly. You should not use one toothbrush to clean both your teeth and your aligners.
Discover Today Whether Clear Aligners Are Right for You
For many people, Invisalign provides a better option than traditional braces because the aligners are removable, giving you the freedom to eat and drink as you wish and maintain your oral health better. Furthermore, results can be seen quickly and you can participate in sports that might be off the table if you opted for braces. To find out if clear aligners are a good fit for you, book an evaluation at Implant & Comprehensive Dentistry in Champions Gate, FL today.
