You're tired of feeling self-conscious about posting photos to social media. Your crooked teeth keep you from smiling the way you'd like to when you see an old friend or meet someone new. You wish you'd worn your retainers after having braces as a teen.
Did you know that clear aligners with Invisalign® can help with all of these scenarios? What if you could straighten your teeth without having to wear braces? That's precisely what clear aligners allow you to do. Here's what you need to know.
How Do Clear Aligners Work?
Instead of using traditional brackets and wires, Invisalign uses custom plastic trays designed to apply gentle pressure to your teeth for gradual movement. You'll wear the aligners, which fit snugly against your teeth, for 20 to 22 hours daily, removing them for eating meals, brushing, and flossing. You'll change to the next set of aligners in the series every two to three weeks.
It depends on what your needs are; however, most patients finish treatment with Invisalign in 10 to 18 months.
Why Choose Clear Aligners with Invisalign?
Patients love the freedom they have with clear aligners. Here are a few other advantages they offer:
- Discretion — Since they are clear, your aligners are hardly noticeable, and no one will know you're straightening your teeth.
- Easy Home Care — Because you can take your aligners out for brushing and flossing, there are no changes required for your home care routine. You won't have to navigate around brackets and wires for brushing.
- No Food Restrictions — Clear aligners don't require any changes to your diet as braces do. You can enjoy all the foods you love throughout your treatment.
- Comfort — Clear aligners are much more comfortable to wear than metal brackets or wires that poke and tear soft gum tissues.
Ready to Learn More about Invisalign in Maple Ridge, BC
Contact Meadow Ridge Dental Centre at (604) 467-5944 and book an evaluation with one of our dentists to learn more about Invisalign and whether it's a good fit for you.