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If you have ever found yourself wondering what it would be like to have straighter teeth, then do not fear – you are far from alone. A significant percentage of UK adults are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth, and this can have many negative effects including a lack of confidence and low self-esteem, shyness, reluctance to smile and even sometimes a tendency to hide the mouth when speaking – all of which can have a real impact on not just your long term happiness and success, but also on your day to day life. Luckily, the majority of cases can be easily treated with Invisalign removable braces. So what is the Invisalign system, how does it work and what can you expect? Read on to learn more.

Invisalign – it’s never too late for straighter teeth

The philosophy behind Invisalign removable braces is simple – your life is always on the move, and your smile should be able to keep up. It was this principle that led to the creation of this innovative and discrete approach to adult teeth straightening that has now become a worldwide favourite among patients of all ages. Many adults do not realise that there is no age limit for getting your teeth straightened, whilst others avoid it because they do not wish to spend up to two years wearing the traditional metal braces often associated with teenagers, as well as suffering the discomfort and inconvenience that goes with them. Luckily, all these problems are eliminated by Invisalign, which uses a series of custom-made clear aligners to move your teeth little by little over a period of 12-18 months.

What’s special about Invisalign?

One of the biggest attractions of Invisalign aligners is that they are nearly invisible and typically hardly anyone notices that you’re wearing them – so you can get on with your personal and professional life without any distraction.

Because Invisalign aligners are removable, it is possible to eat and drink what you want during treatment by simply removing the aligners, meaning that there is no need to change your lifestyle. You can also remove the aligners to brush and floss as you normally would to maintain your normal oral hygiene routine.

Finally, unlike with traditional fixed braces, there are no metal brackets or wires. This means that in most cases less time is spent in your Invisalign Provider’s practice for adjustments – which can also help to reduce the cost.

So how exactly does Invisalign work?

Invisalign aligners move teeth gently through a series of carefully controlled movements. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign not only controls the amount of movement that each aligner delivers, but also the timing of the movement. So, at each stage, only certain teeth are allowed to move, following the Invisalign treatment plan for that particular stage. This results in an efficient force delivery system. The movements are all planned using a computer modeled treatment plan that takes advantage of advanced 3D computer-imaging technology.

Is Invisalign uncomfortable?

As with any dental treatment, different patients may have different experiences, but generally speaking because Invisalign uses a low force approach there is little or no discomfort in most cases. Some people may experience temporary, minor discomfort for a few days when they insert a new aligner at the beginning of each new stage of treatment, however this is normal and is typically described as a feeling of pressure. It’s a sign that the aligners are working and it usually goes away in a couple of days.

Can anybody have Invisalign?

Invisalign teeth straightening is suitable for the vast majority of adults, however your Invisalign approved dentist is the best person to advise you on your specific case. We would recommend booking an individual consultation that would allow your dentist to make sure that the treatment is suitable for you and demonstrate what results you can expect to achieve.

To find out how you can get the smile of your dreams with Invisalign removable braces, call the Platinum Elite team at Sharoe Green Dental Practice now on Preston 01772 718753 or alternatively click here to book an appointment online.