Are you looking for a way to straighten your teeth or fix other smile issues that don’t require you to wear metal braces? Invisalign is popular among teens and adults who don’t want it to be evident that they wear braces. The skilled professionals at Mai Dentistry have the necessary training to create these appliances designed to give patients the smile they’ve wanted.
What Are Invisalign Braces?
While the look and feel of Invisalign trays are quite different from metal braces, they perform a similar function. You receive a series of customized clear aligner trays that fit your teeth exactly. Most people choose to go with Invisalign braces vs. metal braces because others often can’t see the Invisalign trays at work.
The clear aligners are not as sharp and bulky as metal wires and brackets. They don’t cut cheeks, lips, tongues as the metal counterparts do.
Another great benefit to wearing these is that you can remove them when you eat. That means you can avoid the kind of food build-up that can occur when you wear metal braces. Because there are no wires to tighten, they’re also a lot more comfortable.
How Does It Work?
First, Mai Dentistry professionals give you a comprehensive dental exam to identify any issues. Then, your dentist uses the results to create a treatment plan to address those problems. Once the consultation has been done, the custom impressions of the patient’s teeth are taken to use as the basis to create your Invisalign trays.
After your sessions, everything gets sent to Invisalign to start fabricating your aligners. It usually takes a few weeks or so before they are ready. Once they’re complete, they send the trays back to Mai Dentistry, where we pass them on to you.
Who’s Able to Get Invisalign?
People who typically get these clear aligners include:
- People who wore braces before
- People who have problems with small gaps
- People who have their teeth shift less than 20 degrees
- People have mild to moderate crowding
How Long Until You See Results?
It usually takes anywhere between 10 and 24 months to see the full results of Invisalign braces.
Do You Have to Wear a Retainer After Treatment?
Mai Dentistry often recommends that patients wear braces after completing their Invisalign treatment. That’s because the teeth usually start shifting back into their former position. Wearing a retainer keeps that from happening. You should wear them as directed by your dentist.
Who Wears Invisalign Braces?
These forms of braces are great for individuals looking for a discreet way to correct orthodontic issues. However, more serious dental problems might still require metal braces.
Contact Mai Dentistry at 727-869-4747 to see if Invisalign is the right solution for you.
