Suppose you have crooked teeth in Whitby and would like to straighten them. In that case, you may have already considered orthodontic treatment and discovered Invisalign, one of the procedures offered at Margolian Dentistry.
Invisalign is an adult-oriented orthodontic system in Oshawa that uses clear, removable aligner trays instead of fixed braces. It is extremely popular because the aligners are virtually invisible in the mouth.
Below are some of the potential benefits of choosing this treatment.
Better Oral Health
When teeth are significantly misaligned, overcrowded, and crooked, it can negatively impact dental health. This is because they are more challenging to keep clean, which increases the risk of cavities and gum disease in Ajax.
Tightly packed teeth can trap food and plaque bacteria. The food debris feeds these harmful bacteria that produce acids and toxins. Acids can erode your tooth enamel, eventually leading to cavities. The toxins can infect and inflame your gums, increasing your risk of gum disease.
When teeth are straighter, it’s easier to brush and floss them thoroughly. Additionally, when you have invested in your smile, it can be easier to feel motivated to take care of your teeth.
A Healthier Bite
Teeth that do not bite or occlude together correctly can wear down more quickly. This is because certain teeth may come under more pressure when you bite and chew food, and as a result, can start to chip and crack.
Additionally, a poor bite can place pressure on your jaw joints, causing a condition known as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). TMJ can damage jaw joints and cause headaches and facial pain.
Realigning teeth correctly can relieve these problems, ensuring your teeth bite together evenly and comfortably.
A More Attractive Smile
Most people investigate orthodontics because they want to improve their appearance, which is a perfectly valid reason. Invisalign can achieve predictable results, gently yet firmly straightening teeth to give them a more attractive alignment.
A Discreet Treatment
The aligner trays are made from thin, strong, BPA-free plastic. They are custom-designed to fit tightly over your teeth, so once you put them in your mouth, they are very difficult to see. They are nearly invisible unless you look very closely.
Most people will be unaware that you are undergoing adult orthodontics unless you choose to inform them.
Minimal Impact on Your Day-To-Day Activities
Treatment is extremely easy to fit into day-to-day activities. Unlike fixed braces, you don’t need to make any changes to your dietary habits. You don’t need to avoid any sticky, crunchy or hard foods because you take your aligners for every meal and when drinking anything other than water.
You don’t need to use any special tools to clean around fiddly brackets and wires, as once the aligners are out of your mouth, you can brush and floss normally.
Suitable for Complex Bite Problems
Invisalign can treat a wide range of bite problems, including those that are more complex. The aligners are designed to apply the right amount of pressure to specific teeth, repositioning them correctly.
Suitable for Cosmetically Oriented Orthodontic Issues
Equally, some bite problems are relatively minor and may only affect the front teeth and are purely cosmetically oriented. These front teeth can often be straightened quite quickly, sometimes in just a few months. Treatment can also help people who previously wore braces but who have seen their teeth shift slightly over the years.
See Virtual Images before Beginning Treatment
Invisalign utilizes specialized software to generate virtual images of how your teeth may look once they are straightened. These images are based on a scan of your teeth and dental photographs, and can help you decide if treatment is worthwhile.