Invisalign - Achieving The Smile Of Your Dreams

Modern technology has made life easier and many processes have been made much more convenient. This is also true when it comes to dealing with crooked teeth; there is now a technology that is not only convenient but also stylish. You can now comfortably have your teeth straightened through a treatment known as Invisalign. Trained dentists provide this treatment, which is custom made to your particular case to give you the best results.

Selecting a dentist

In order to get the best results from the treatment, you should get in touch with a dentist that is trained to provide Invisalign. During your first appointment, the dentist will assess you thoroughly and will then advise you on whether you are a good candidate for Invisalign. If you are a good candidate, it is a good idea at this point to get as much information as you can about the treatment. Be sure to confirm how much it will cost you and whether you are insured for it.

Treatment Plan

Your doctor will need to develop a treatment plan for you by taking your teeth impressions. He will also take pictures and x-rays, and will create a three dimension image of your teeth using Invisalign. Dentists normally use this image to determine how long the treatment will take. You will also be able to see how your teeth will look at each stage of the treatment and the final result.

Wearing aligners

Using the treatment plan that he has created, the doctor will develop custom made aligners specifically for your teeth. These aligners are made from clear plastic and hardly anyone will notice that you are undergoing treatment. The aligners are also smooth and will not irritate your cheeks and gums, thus you will find them quite comfortable to wear.

You will normally be required to wear a set of aligners for two weeks, after which you will wear the next set. Your teeth will begin to move slowly and gently to the required position. When using Invisalign, the dentist may recommend that you wear your aligners for 22 hours per day - you can remove them when eating, brushing and flossing.

Dentist appointments

Your doctor will want to review the progress of your treatment roughly every four weeks. During the appointments, you will be given the next set of aligners which you will use until the next appointment. The length of your treatment will depend on how much your teeth will need to move to get to the required position. Generally, it will take about twelve to eighteen months for you to complete the treatment.

Cleaning aligners

It is important to keep your aligners clean so they do not develop a bad smell. Proper cleaning of the aligners will also ensure that they will not discolor and will therefore remain clear. You can gently brush your aligners and rinse them in lukewarm water. You can also occasionally soak them in Invisalign cleaning crystals or denture cleaners to keep them clean and smelling fresh. You should also ensure that you brush your teeth thoroughly and floss them before you re-insert your aligners to ensure that no food particles are trapped under the aligners.

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