If you want to straighten your teeth without the traditional metallic smile than Invisalign braces may be for you. Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment that straightens your teeth with a series of aligners or plastic molds. Wear each aligner until the progression is finished and your teeth are straighter. Invisalign braces are great because they are hardly noticeable when you wear them and they are removable. Invisalign isn’t for everyone, but there are significant benefits to straightening your teeth with invisible braces.
How Invisalign braces work
After deciding on Invisalign with your Orthodontist, they will use Invisalign’s computer imaging system (ClinCheck) to create a series of molds, after taking bite impressions of your mouth.
The first mold will fit your teeth’s current configuration. The next molds will successively straighten your teeth through gradual pressure. Each aligner (mold) has target alignments. Once you have hit them, you move onto the next aligner until you have reached your final goal. The severity of your teeth determines the amount of aligners needed to get the job done. The average is around 20 -30 trays (aligners) with each tray worn for around 2 weeks. Each aligner is removable which makes it easy to eat, brush your teeth etc with your Invisalign braces. But your aligners need to be worn at least 20 hours a day for the treatment to go smoothly. There is nothing worse than having to go backwards in treatment and put back in an old aligner. The entire treatment takes about the same time as traditional braces, but it depends on each individual’s case and how far your teeth need to go to get to their desired position.
Benefits of Invisalign braces
Obviously the greatest benefit of Invisalign is that you can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing about it. Many adults would rather have crooked teeth, then get traditional braces because it is unappealing and visible. Invisalign is an aesthetic that is very beneficial for adults who want to straighten their teeth and needed in the adult orthodontic community.
Invisalign braces also has better hygiene than traditional braces. There is a lesser chance of cavities and plaque because patients can brush and floss like they normally would due to the removable retainers. Your mouth is able to stay cleaner and healthier, where as with traditional braces, there is more decay and staining involved. With Invisalign braces you can eat whatever you want. Soda and sticky candy is not restricted, so go ahead and indulge.
There are little problems and questions with Invisalign. Patients find that when they switch to a new aligner or remove their aligners frequently that there is some discomfort and their teeth become sensitive from the movement. These problems are minor and most people feel the benefits far out weigh the issues they encounter with Invisalign.
Invisalign Braces cost
The Invisalign treatment costs are similar to traditional braces. In some places Invisalign may cost more than traditional braces, but it primarily depends on two factors. The extent and length of the patients treatment (i.e. how bad are your teeth?) and how many aligners it is going to take to get the job done. Invisalign Express for example is more affordable, because it is for minor spacing issues and needs very few aligners to get the job done. The location of dentists also affects the cost of Invisalign. Each city is different, so it may be smart to drive two hours away to get a better deal. It may not be a bad thing to pay more for an experienced provider though. Be sure to inquire about the price before deciding on an orthodontist/dentist.
Most Insurance will cover all or partial treatment costs of Invisalign. For the most part, Insurance providers will treat Invisalign similar to traditional braces as a means of orthodontic treatment. It is wise to contact your insurance company to see what they can do. Many dentists also offer financing for Invisalign and can compact your cost into easy monthly installments.
I want invisalign braces
Contact your dentist or find a provider near you. You can setup a free consultation with a dentist today right here at AntiBraces. Consultations are free and it is always a good idea to get the opinion of an orthodontist before deciding on Invisalign braces. Good Luck with your smile!
