What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign clear aligners is an innovative
teeth-straightening technique. Metal braces
are
cosmetically undesirable, and take a lot of
maintenance. These clear aligners overcome
these
snags: clear removable trays help straighten
teeth without obvious metal brackets with
sharp
edges in your mouth.
You step through a series of trays during
your
treatment to bring your teeth back into
alignment. The trays are molded to your
unique
mouth shape, so they're comfortable to wear
all
day, every day.
The Invisalign Process in 5 Steps
Knowing what to expect when you choose to
have Invisalign will help you to decide if
it's the right route for you. In just five
steps, and some time, you'll have a
beautiful smile in no time!
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Your Initial Appointment
At your first appointment, We will
study your mouth and talk to you
about your cosmetic dentistry
desires. We will tell you if
Invisalign is a treatment you should
consider. Some people may not be
suitable for this type of teeth
alignment process. If you are a
candidate for Invisalign, we will
discuss treatment protocol and
estimated treatment length.
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Molding Process
The next step is the digital molding
process. This may happen at the
first appointment, or a separate
one, depending on your schedule.
Digital scan, photographs, and
x-rays create an accurate model of
your mouth and teeth. These are sent
to the Invisalign laboratory for
your custom aligner trays to be
created.
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Fitting the First Tray
When your Invisalign trays are ready,
it's time to return for your
pick-up. We may fit small
attachments on your teeth to help
the trays stay in place. These
buttons are clear, almost invisible,
painless to install, and temporary.
After, we will check if your
aligners fit, and With your trays
fitted, and your aftercare program
clearly explained, you're ready to
go!
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Your Follow-Up Appointments
A few weeks after your first tray is
fitted, it's time to return to the
dentist. We will check your tooth
movements, and tray fit.
A series of Invisalign trays make up
the entire process. Unlike metal
braces, you won't need to return for
regular appointments with
Invisalign. Instead, you can return
periodically to check your progress.
You won't need to see the dentist
each time you change to a new
aligner. If your treatment is not
progressing as planned, you may need
a new digital scan to order a
additional set of aligners.
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Straighter Teeth!
After a period of time, your teeth
will have straightened out. The
final results always depend on the
severity of misalignment to start
with, but if worn as prescribed, you
are guaranteed to have straighter
teeth over time.
Now you know what to expect during the
process of straightening your teeth with
Invisalign, you probably have a few more
questions. Here are the most common
questions asked about Invisalign to help you
make the best decision for your own needs.
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Does Invisalign Hurt?
Invisalign doesn't hurt during any of
the molding, fitting, or wearing
stages. It may feel uncomfortable
when you first wear the trays, but
this goes away after about a day.
Attachments on your teeth don't
hurt, either. You won't need an
injection to have them fitted, and
they're easily removed when your
teeth are finally straight.
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How Do I Clean My Teeth with
Invisalign?
The great thing about Invisalign is
that you can remove the trays
whenever you need to. It's advised
you keep them on all day, every day
for at least 22 hours but it's
completely fine (and expected!) to
take them out to brush your teeth.
Simply pop the trays out and brush
your teeth as normal. Clean your
trays with cold water, and put them
back in when you're done.
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How Long Does an Average Invisalign
Case Take to Work?
Every person has an individual
experience with Invisalign, and the
treatment times will vary.
It all depends on how severe your
teeth misalignment is to start with.
It also depends on your compliance
-the longer you wear the trays the
faster it works. Adolescents may see
faster results than adults due to
their continuing growth.
We always recommend that a
longer-term retainer to be worn at
night to stop teeth from becoming
crooked again.
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Can You See Invisalign Braces?
You can see the aligners and the
tooth colored Invisalign attachments
when you're up close to someone
wearing them, but it's still hard to
spot. You won't have metal
'train tracks' or obvious
attachments on your teeth, like
traditional braces.
If you want to make sure nobody can
see your Invisalign for a special
event, you can take them out. This
isn't recommended, though, as it
could slow your progress.
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Can I Play Sport Wearing Invisalign?
Invisalign is designed to straighten
your teeth, not protect them in
sports scenarios. If you're playing
a sport that usually requires a
mouth guard , take out your
Invisalign trays, and wear a proper
guard for the duration of the game.
Taking your aligners out for a few
hours at a time won't affect your
overall progress. Just remember to
put them back in after your activity
is done to continue your progress.
Find out If Invisalign Is Right for You
Now that you know what to expect from the
Invisalign process, it should seem like a
less daunting procedure. You're bound to
have a lot more questions about it, though.
Everyone does!We will be able to answer any
questions about your suitability for
Invisalign and your own personal
circumstances.
Book an appointment with Nisha Dental today
to find out if Invisalign is the right
option for you.
