The truth about Invisalign

More than 14 million patients around the world have undergone teeth straightening with Invisalign London. This means that there are millions of patient reviews and anecdotes that may cause some confusion about how Invisalign London really works and what it can do for you. To find out the truth about Invisalign London you need to speak to us at Clear Braces Direct. Nearly all dental practices offer Invisalign for teeth straightening so what makes us so special? At Clear Braces Direct we are proud to be a Diamond Apex provider of Invisalign because we have successfully straightened almost 7,000 smiles in less than 20 years using these aligners and continue to help patients across the country address their unique orthodontic needs. We will put together an individually tailored treatment plan for you, but before we do so let’s look at some common myths about Invisalign which may be confusing you.

Common myths about Invisalign

One of the most common myths about Invisalign is that it can only be used for mild or moderate orthodontic issues. This is not true. Invisalign can be used to treat complex orthodontic cases. The difference is that if you have mild or moderate issues then you may straighten your teeth with Invisalign aligners alone, whereas if you are a complex orthodontic case then you may require a combined treatment plan to straighten your teeth. This could include having to undergo a tooth extraction to make space in your mouth for the teeth to be aligned into a neater formation. It could include undergoing a bone graft or a gum graft to improve your dental health following gum disease or periodontal disease. It could also include replacing missing teeth with dental implants, or cosmetic treatment such as teeth whitening, composite bonding or even veneers for a complete smile transformation. Bite disorders can also be treated using Invisalign under the supervision of our specialist team. We will assess your individual orthodontic issues and put together a special treatment plan for you.

Another common myth is that because Invisalign uses removable aligners to straighten your teeth, patients assume that the treatment will take longer than traditional braces. Again this is incorrect. The length of the treatment depends on how crooked or wonky your teeth are to begin with. Most studies show that for similar orthodontic issues Invisalign and fixed braces work at a similar rate. As the aligners are removable it is very important that you adhere to the treatment plan and wear the aligners correctly for 22 hours a day for 2 weeks per aligner, so that the treatment does not take longer than necessary.

Some people believe that Invisalign is only for adults. This is wrong. Invisalign can be used by teenagers as well who are looking to improve the appearance of their teeth, but want a discreet treatment option as an alternative to traditional fixed braces that often attract unwanted attention to the mouth.

Visit us at Clear Braces Direct today, learn more about Invisalign and find out if it is a suitable choice of orthodontic treatment for your unique dental needs.