A beautiful smile makes a person feel confident about their appearance, which can have a positive impact on many areas of their life. When the teeth are not aligned properly it can cause the smile to look less attractive and will, sometimes, lead to pain and discomfort. Instead of metal braces, the Dentists in Annapolis can offer their patients Invisalign.
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment option that allows individuals to have their alignment issues corrected without the need for cumbersome metal braces. Because the aligner trays are completely clear and made precisely for the patient, they seem to disappear when worn over the teeth.
Each aligner is worn for a period of two weeks and is then discarded. Each new aligner slowly moves a patient’s teeth ever towards their targeted placement. Invisalign offers results similar to traditional metal braces and at about the same cost, giving adults and teens another option for orthodontic treatment. Invisalign can be used to treat:
* Gapped teeth
* Crowding
* Underbite
* Crossbite
* Overbite
What Happens When a Patient Gets Invisalign?
When a patient wants to see if they are a good candidate for Invisalign, they need to first schedule an appointment with the Dentists in Annapolis. Invisalign aligners are specifically made for patients, so they will need to have images and impressions made and sent to the dental lab.
It is important patients are compliant in wearing their aligners for the specified period of time. Although they can be removed for eating and oral care, they should be worn around twenty-two hours a day.
Many patients can achieve their desired results after about a year of treatment with Invisalign, but some may need further orthodontic intervention. A dentist can help a patient determine what they can expect from their treatment experience so they will be prepared.
If you would like to learn more about Invisalign, contact Annapolis Dental Associates. Calling the office will allow you to schedule a consultation appointment so you can ask questions and gain information.
With Invisalign, your teeth can be made straighter so your smile is more beautiful. Invisalign will give you the smile you have always wanted.
