Americans are pretty big on freedom, especially during the month of July. But when it comes to orthodontics, it can sometimes feel like traditional wire-and-bracket braces are keeping us tied down. If you’d like to improve your smile but still want to enjoy the freedom of not wearing braces, Invisalign is an excellent compromise.
Invisalign aligners are clear trays that fit over the teeth and with time, guide them into a new position much like traditional braces do. The main difference is that Invisalign is easily removable, so it offers more freedom than ever before!
The Freedom to Eat
When you wear Invisalign aligners, you must remove them to eat or drink anything but water. This keeps your aligners clean, and it makes it a whole lot easier to keep your teeth clean, too. Best of all, you can still enjoy all the foods you loved before your treatment. No need to skip out on the crunchy and sticky foods you enjoy if you clean your teeth properly before putting your aligners back on.
The Freedom to Clean
Cleaning your teeth with traditional braces can be a challenge, but with Invisalign it’s clearly a breeze! That’s because you can easily remove your aligners to brush and floss your teeth. You can even keep the aligners themselves clean by brushing them with a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste once a day. You can help them look and feel fresh in between cleanings by simply rinsing them off each time you remove them, and if your teeth are clean, you can put them right back in.
The Freedom to Live Pain-Free
One of the chief complaints about traditional braces is that they can sometimes hurt. The wires can poke into your cheeks, and when tightened can make teeth ache. With Invisalign, there are no wires, so there’s nothing sharp to poke you, and if the aligner does have a rough edge, you can simply file it with a nail file or ask your dentist to help. While you may experience a bit of discomfort for the first few days after you switch aligners, that pain is short-lived and can typically be eliminated with the help of over-the-counter pain medicine.
The Freedom to Smile
Finally, Invisalign aligners give you the freedom to smile without feeling insecure about a mouthful of metal wires and brackets. Though they’re not completely invisible, they are virtually undetectable. Most people won’t even be able to tell you’re wearing them!
If you’re ready to celebrate the freedom to have a beautiful smile with the help of Invisalign aligners, speak to your dentist today!
About Dr. Shah
Dr. Vrajesh Shah wants to help patients achieve the smile of their dreams. Dr. Shah became a prosthodontist to provide another level of care to patients when helping them improve their oral health. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the New Jersey Dental Association, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
If you are interested in learning more about Invisalign at Edison Prosthodontics, please visit our website or contact us at 732-943-1709.