Invisalign

Invisalign has spilled into the mainstream of dentistry for good reason. Both dentists and patients alike rave about Invisalign for teeth-straightening. Patients with crooked and misaligned teeth prefer Invisalign as it moves teeth into the perfect positions without busting their budget or wasting time.

If you are on the fence as to whether Invisalign is worth it, you have come to the right corner of the web. Below, our oral health specialists provide a look at the top reasons to straighten or realign your teeth with Invisalign.

Invisalign Requires Fewer Visits to the Office

If you were to poll those who received braces to straighten wayward teeth, you would find the vast majority were unhappy with the number of visits it took to move their teeth into the right positions. Braces require ongoing alterations at the orthodontist’s office. Making matters even worse is the fact that braces take longer than Invisalign to produce the intended results. Invisalign straightens wayward teeth in as little as a year’s time. Alternatively, braces take upwards of two years to move teeth into the optimal positions.

The bottom line is your time equates to money. Instead of returning back to the office over and over again for adjustments to braces, opt for Invisalign and you’ll spend significantly less time to beautify your smile. Invisalign straightens teeth with a carefully planned approach. These clear aligners are added to the mouth at specific points in time to gradually move teeth into just the right positions to help you look your best every single time you part your teeth to smile.

This advanced dental technology even has the potential to work upwards of 50% faster than traditional teeth-straightening methods. Though the specific timeline for your Invisalign teeth-straightening will be unique to your nuanced teeth, you can generally expect results in around 10-12 months’ time.

A Convenient Way to Straighten Your Teeth

Life is hectic. You have things to do, people to see and money to make. Just as important is the fact that you have delicious new foods to try including homemade concoctions and those whipped up to perfection at local eateries. Instead of worrying about whether the food you crave will interfere with your braces, opt for Invisalign and you’ll be able to eat every food you desire without a single worry. All you have to do is temporarily remove your Invisalign aligners and you’ll be able to chew through food of every type.

The alternative is to choose braces and carefully select foods that will not stick to them. Why bother worrying about your braces being compromised by food or cleaning your metal brackets when you can simply remove your Invisalign aligners, enjoy your meals and reinsert those aligners after chowing down? It doesn’t get any more convenient than that. Braces stain yet Invisalign aligners pose no such problem as they can be removed whenever desired and are subsequently replaced as you continue on your teeth-straightening journey.

Invisalign is Functional and Comfortable Even if You Have Dental Restorations

If you have dental restorations, you can still benefit from Invisalign. In fact, even those with one or several dental implants, fillings, crowns, and bridges can straighten their teeth with Invisalign. Dentists prefer Invisalign compared to other teeth-straightening options as there is no need to bond brackets to the bridges or crowns.

Our dentist will carefully plan your Invisalign aligner progression to account for all dental restorations. As an example, a dental bridge must be accounted for as it will move as a single unit. Rest assured your Invisalign aligners will work their magic without compromising your current dental restorations.

Beautify Your Smile Without Anyone Knowing

There is no shame in being self-conscious about how your smile looks. You can only conceal a crooked smile for so long. Eating, laughing, talking, and yawning will eventually give away your secret. However, you don’t have to suffer in silence. Invisalign straightens crooked and misaligned teeth without anyone knowing.

Though you’ll notice a slight difference when you put your aligners in your mouth, no one will have a clue you are using Invisalign trays to move crooked teeth into the right positions. Your aligners will feel perfectly comfortable within a couple days, gradually work their magic and ultimately help you look your best without unsightly metal compromising your smile. Invisalign is by far the most discrete means of straightening teeth.

Invisalign Improves Oral Health

If you are still wondering if Invisalign is a better option than braces, consider the impact on your oral health. Invisalign straightens teeth to the point that it improves bite functionality. Your newly-straightened teeth will be that much easier to clean, ultimately decreasing the chances of gum disease and tooth decay. Teeth that are in the proper positions eliminate the potential for continued shifting that leaves gaps between the teeth, creating large spaces for bacteria and food particles to collect.

Embrace the opportunity that is Invisalign and these aligners will move your teeth into the targeted positions, preventing enamel wear as well as the loss of your jawbone. Maintaining sufficient jawbone mass and strength is particularly important for the years ahead as there is a good chance the majority of people will receive dental implants at some point in the future. These implants require a strong jawbone to remain firmly in place across the ensuing decades.

Invisalign aligners that shift teeth into the proper positions are also helpful in that they relieve pressure from jaw joints and enhance gum health, greatly reducing the chances of headaches, physical pain, and potential problems with chewing. This pressure reduction is also beneficial in that it facilitates proper breathing and speaking as patients progress through their golden years.

Schedule Your Appointment at Smile Hawaii

Now that you know what Invisalign is all about, it is time to schedule your appointment at Smile Hawaii. You can schedule an appointment at our office on the web or give us a call at (808) 707-7445 to speak with one of our friendly team members.