If you're reading this, you're probably thinking about getting Invisalign treatment. This article will tell you all you need to know about clear aligners and how they work.
Invisalign is a clear aligner that allows patients to treat their teeth alignment issues in a more discreet manner. It entails the use of transparent trays to gradually shift teeth into a better position. At the commencement of treatment, patients are given a number of trays, each of which moves the patient's teeth 0.33 millimeters closer to the target alignment. The tray is then replaced with one that moves the person's teeth closer to their final position.
It can be used to rectify problems such a bad bite, crooked teeth, and misaligned teeth. Bite alignment issues can cause a range of uncomfortable symptoms, including:
Soreness
Headaches
Snoring
Gum problems
Jaw pain\sWorn down teeth
Tooth decay
What to Expect at an Invisalign Consultation
Patients interested in Invisalign orthodontic treatment should anticipate to go through the following steps:
1. A discussion
The dentist will explain how the therapy works at the initial visit. They will make an impression of the patient's mouth and take photographs of it. These images are utilized to better understand their dental structure.
Digital imaging technology is utilized to create an impression of the patient's mouth if the dentist believes the patient is a good candidate for Invisalign. It results in more accurate scans that can be sent to an Invisalign lab right away. The lab makes the aligners and sends them back to the dentist in approximately three weeks.
2. Aligners are tested
The patient gets to try out their first pair of aligners on their second appointment. Attachments will be placed on their teeth as well. These add-ons assist in keeping the aligners in place. It creates holds and pushes to accommodate natural movements that occur when wearing the gadget. Attachments are difficult to notice because the operation is painless and the materials utilized are tooth-colored. Attachments are easily removed and do not harm teeth.
For the same reason, a surgery known as interproximal reduction could be used. To make place for the aligners, some teeth must be sanded. Although the surgery is painless, anesthetics are used. The patient's condition will be improved.
If everything appears good, the patient will be issued their aligner trays.
3. Treatment
When the patient receives their aligner trays, they must wear them for at least 22 hours per day. Only take your aligners out for meals or oral hygiene.
Follow-up appointments will be made for the patient to check their development. Changes to the attachments or the addition of more trays to the treatment may be made during these appointments.
4. Finishing your treatment
The dentist will analyze the patient's results after they have completed the therapy. Attachments will be removed once the patient is happy, and retainers will be used instead. These aid in maintaining the new location of their teeth.
There's never been a more nuanced approach to treatment.
Thanks to Invisalign, you can now correct orthodontic difficulties without the need of metal braces that resemble railroad tracks on your teeth. To get started with your treatment, come to our Brooklyn office.