Clear aligners, like Invisalign, are ultra-thin, transparent plastic trays designed to fit snugly over your upper and/or lower teeth. They work by gradually repositioning your teeth. Here’s the process: Each aligner is custom-made using precise computer modeling to determine your current tooth positions and desired adjustments. You wear each tray for about two weeks, making slight shifts, then move on to the next, which continues the progress. These incremental changes culminate in a significant transformation over time.
Invisalign
Discover discreet orthodontics at Pender Dental Care. Say goodbye to traditional braces – choose Invisalign for a nearly invisible solution that’s ideal for adults and late teens. Correct dental issues while maintaining a natural appearance. We also offer teen-specific aligners as a popular alternative.
What are clear aligners?
A Clear Distinction
Clear aligners offer a distinct advantage over traditional braces. You wear them for 22 hours a day, easily removing them for meals and social occasions. They’re discreet and inconspicuous compared to metal braces, making it hard for others to notice them.
But the benefits go beyond appearances. With aligners, oral hygiene is a breeze because they are removable, allowing you to brush and floss your teeth as usual. Traditional braces can make cleaning around brackets and wires challenging, often leading to oral hygiene issues.
Moreover, aligners are less likely to cause irritation to cheeks and gums, unlike metal braces. There’s no need to rush to the dentist for wire adjustments or broken brackets. You can also enjoy your favorite foods without restrictions – simply take off the aligner during mealtimes.
Invisalign for Teens: A Clear Choice
Introducing Invisalign Teen®, a revolutionary solution designed for adolescents. Say goodbye to limitations and hello to the freedom of enjoying your favorite foods, maintaining excellent oral hygiene, and achieving a virtually invisible smile.
Historically, clear aligners were not the primary choice for teens due to concerns about compliance and the potential disruption of teeth still emerging. Today, technology has transformed the landscape. Invisalign aligners now feature “compliance indicators” that fade over time to track usage. Furthermore, aligners for teens incorporate “eruption tabs” to accommodate emerging teeth seamlessly.
Are You Invisalign-Ready?
In today’s world, clear aligners like Invisalign are a popular choice for adults and older teens. If you have issues like crooked teeth, gaps, crowding, or various bite problems (overbites, underbites, crossbites, or open bites), Invisalign could be the ideal solution. Most adults complete their Invisalign treatment in about a year, and for teens, the treatment duration may be similar to traditional braces.
