Invisalign
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is an innovative orthodontic treatment, which uses a series of clear, plastic aligners to gradually encourage the teeth to move in order to create a straight, healthy looking smile. Invisalign is different to conventional braces because they do not involve a bulky, metal brace; instead patients wear a series of plastic aligners.
How does Invisalign work?
The Invisalign treatment works by encouraging the teeth to move in the desired direction over the course of the treatment. Each aligner is shaped slightly differently and gentle pressure is applied to the teeth to force them to move into the correct position. Each aligner is worn for two weeks and then replaced with the next one in the series until the treatment is complete.
The aligners must be worn for between 21 and 23 hours each day to ensure that they achieve optimum results.
What does the treatment involve?
The treatment involves wearing a series of clear, plastic aligners, with the aligners being made to fit the patient’s mouth perfectly. The aligners are manufactured on an individual basis in America. Dental technicians use digital images and moulds of the patient’s mouth to make the aligners, and each aligner is shaped slightly differently to fit the mouth as the position of the teeth changes over the course of treatment.
Once the aligners have been manufactured, the dentist will check that the aligner fits properly and the patient will be asked to wear the aligners for between 21 and 23 hours each day. Each aligner should be worn for two weeks before being replaced with the next aligner in the series. Over the course of treatment, the patient will be asked to return to the dentist on a regular basis to check the progress of the treatment.
What are the benefits of Invisalign?
Discreet treatment
At Devonshire Dental Care in Glasgow, Invisalign is a perfect solution for people who want to improve the appearance of their smile without wearing metal braces. Invisalign in Scotland is different to conventional braces because they are made from clear plastic, meaning they are invisible to other people; many people worry about the way they will look when they have braces, so this is a great comfort to them.
Comfort
Invisalign aligners are designed to be comfortable and they do not require tightening, which often causes patients with traditional braces a great deal of pain. The plastic is soft and the aligners are designed to fit the individual patient's mouth perfectly.
Removable
The Invisalign aligners are also removable, which mean you can eat what you want and clean your teeth properly; with normal braces, food often gets trapped in the brackets and wires and this can contribute to embarrassing social situations, as well as poor oral hygiene. When you remove the aligner, you can clean your teeth thoroughly and this will help to reduce the risk of oral health problems, which is why Invisalign in Glasgow is such an advanced treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Invisalign treatment is not cheap but it has numerous benefits, especially for those who are conscious of their appearance. As a general guide, you should expect to pay from as little as £2,000 but prices may vary so it is always best to talk to your dentist about the total cost of the treatment before you decide to go ahead with it.
Invisalign treatment is suitable for most orthodontic cases, including crooked teeth, twisted teeth, poorly positioned teeth, gaps between the teeth and poor occlusion (the relationship between the upper and lower teeth). However for more complex cases, where a great deal of movement is required, more intensive and robust braces may be required. You can discuss the suitability of treatment during a consultation here at Devonshire Dental Care in Glasgow.
If you are interested in Invisalign treatment, give us a call and arrange a consultation. Our friendly team of dentists will aim to answer all your questions, as well as assessing whether you are a suitable candidate for the treatment.
Invisalign is a very effective treatment, which enables people to improve the way they look without having to wear bulky, unattractive braces. Invisalign is more comfortable, more discreet and offers more flexibility to patients, as the aligners are removable.
Invisalign aligners are of a custom-fit and made of plastic, so they are much more comfortable than traditional metal braces. There is also no risk of abrasions from the metal wires and brackets. When the aligners are first fitted, it may take a while to get used to the feel of them but there should be very little pain.
Treatment time will vary according to the individual case here at Devonshire Dental Care. More complex cases will require additional aligners and treatment time will be longer. Less complex cases usually take between six months and a year and more complex cases between a year and eighteen months.
The company that manufactures Invisalign braces was founded in 1997. Since then, around 500,000 people have been treated using Invisalign.
To begin with, it may take a little while to get used to the feel of the aligners and there may be very mild discomfort. Some people may experience a lisp to begin with, but this should wear off after a couple of days.
Each aligner should be worn for two weeks and then replaced with the next aligner in the series. The aligners should be worn for at least 21 hours each day to ensure optimum results. If the aligners are not worn for this period of time, the results may not be as expected and the treatment may not be successful.
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