While traditional metal braces are a tried-and-true way to straighten out your smile, they require a large commitment of time and effort. Patients must adopt a specialized oral hygiene routine to keep their braces clean while abstaining from a long list of tasty foods to prevent them from becoming damaged. Luckily, Invisalign is an easier alternative that can give many patients beautifully aligned smiles. Here’s a brief overview of some of the freedoms Invisalign can give you.
Eat Whatever You Like
Invisalign uses a sequence of customized clear aligners to straighten out smiles. One of the most significant differences between these aligners and traditional braces is that they are removable. As long as you thoroughly clean your teeth before putting your aligners back in and wear them for at least twenty hours every day, you can freely enjoy any food or drink you like while they are out. This means you can dig into corn-on-the-cob, meat on the bone, and hard candy as much as you like if you practice proper oral hygiene afterward.
No Need to Worry About the Discomfort of Braces
Traditional braces are not known for being comfortable to wear. Many patients who have worn them will tell you that they made their teeth ache for days on end after adjustments and frequently poked and irritated the insides of the lips and cheeks, which can lead to frustrating sores. Invisalign, on the other hand, only involves a sense of tightness that lasts for a few hours after switching to a new set of aligners. Since the clear aligners are smooth, they involve no wires or other pointy metal parts that can painfully poke into the soft tissues of your mouth.
Freedom From Visible Metal Parts in Your Smile
If someone is wearing traditional braces, everyone around them will certainly notice it, which makes many image-conscious people hesitant to commit to the treatment. Luckily, Invisalign clear aligners are virtually invisible, ensuring that casual observers will not notice that they are there. In fact, you yourself have probably had conversations with Invisalign patients without even realizing it.
Invisalign has allowed millions of people to enjoy healthier and more beautiful smiles without the inconveniences that come with traditional braces. Consulting with your dentist can determine if Invisalign can be right for you.
About the Author
Dr. Omid Mehdipour earned his dental doctorate at the University of Colorado School of Dentistry and achieved his Orthodontic Certificate at Howard University in Washington, DC. He is proud to be a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association. His office in Anaheim, CA offers general, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry in addition to Invisalign treatments. To schedule an Invisalign consultation, contact his office online or dial (714) 520-8888.
