What You Need to Know About Invisalign:
Is It Right for You?
Have you always wished for straighter teeth or a gap-free smile but don’t want to wear
metal braces? If so, Invisalign may be the right choice for you!
What is Invisalign? How Does Invisalign Work?
Invisalign is an innovative teeth straightening system that uses custom-made, transparent aligners that fit over your teeth.Each new set of aligners is made to exert different types of pressure on teeth. The science behind Invisalign is similar to how metal braces move teeth, except there are no bands and wires–just nearly invisible aligners you wear except when eating. Most Invisalign patients wear one set of aligners for two weeks. Your dentist evaluates the movement of your teeth before giving you new aligners to wear. As you progress through the series of customized aligners, you will see changes to teeth positions within three to four months. For example, if you wear Invisalign to reduce gaps between teeth, you should start noticing gaps narrowing within a few months.
Who are Good Candidates for Invisalign?
Dentists recommend Invisalign for children over 12 and adults of any age. However, Invisalign could benefit children under 12 who need early orthodontic treatment to correct crowded teeth, gaps, or underbites/overbites. Repositioning newly erupted teeth may be necessary for the normal eruption of future permanent teeth.
