The benefits of straightening teeth using Invisalign

If you have been thinking about straightening your teeth then it is more than likely that you have heard about Invisalign London. Over the last two decades Invisalign London has changed the face of orthodontic treatment and more people than ever before have straightened their teeth thanks to Invisalign. Even patients who have avoided orthodontic treatment all their life have finally straightened their teeth with Invisalign London.

Invisalign has many benefits. To begin with it is almost invisible as the name suggests. Invisalign uses clear thermoplastic aligners which allow you to straighten your teeth and achieve a neatly aligned smile without feeling embarrassed or worried that people are looking at you. It allows you to straighten your teeth at your complete discretion without anyone noticing that you are undergoing orthodontic treatment unless you wish to tell them.

Why choose Invisalign?

In comparison to traditional braces, Invisalign is different and often more beneficial depending on the patient’s unique needs. It is much easier to maintain Invisalign aligners than metal braces. Invisalign aligners can be taken out of your mouth, brushed with an ordinary toothpaste and toothbrush, rinsed in cold water and put back in your mouth. Unfortunately with metal braces food particles and bacteria can get stuck and build up on your braces and they can be quite difficult to clean. This means that you are at a greater risk of developing cavities and tooth decay whilst you are undergoing orthodontic treatment and therefore it is very important that you visit the right dentist regularly and have your teeth professionally cleaned while you straighten your teeth with metal braces. With Invisalign not only are the aligners easy to look after, but it is also much easier to maintain good dental health. You remove the aligners and brush your teeth as normal, floss between your teeth and rinse your mouth using a good mouthwash. This helps keep your mouth free of lingering food particles and excess bacteria, reducing the chance of developing cavities or tooth decay whilst you are straightening your teeth.

As mentioned the aligners can be taken out of your mouth as and when necessary; this means that there are no food restrictions with Invisalign. You can eat and drink as you wish as long as you remember to take your aligners out. Although the aligners are very strong and resilient they are not designed to bite or chew with and therefore they have to be removed so that they do not become damaged. With traditional metal braces there are dietary restrictions and you have to be careful what you eat so that you do not damage your braces.

Plastic aligners are also thought to be much more comfortable in the mouth than metal  brackets and wires. There is less chance of developing cuts and sores inside your mouth and with Invisalign it is reported that the aligners are easy to become accustomed to, whereas traditional braces may take longer to become used to. Both are highly effective at teeth straightening. Traditional braces are better suited for complex orthodontic needs, whilst Invisalign is most suitable for mild or moderate orthodontic needs. Speak to us at Clear Braces Direct to find out more about Invisalign and the many advantages that teeth straightening can have on the appearance of your smile and your dental health.