Invisalign is a reasonably new orthodontic approach to straightening teeth. Unlike conventional braces, Invisalign in Chicago does not involve brackets, wires or tensioning elastics; Invisalign is a series of clear plastic aligners that are custom made for the patient’s unique condition. As the name implies, the aligners are virtually invisible.
How do they work?
Prior to the manufacture of the series of aligners your dentist will employ a computerized visualization to create a full three dimensional model of your mouth and teeth. From this model the dentist can determine the correct approach to moving the teeth into their desired position.
As the patient, you will get a series of aligners, each one slightly different. The number of aligners depends strictly on the amount of movement that is needed. Each aligner is worn 22 hours a day minimum for two weeks. After two weeks the aligner will have succeeded in moving your teeth to a stage where the next aligner is needed. The process can take between six and eighteen months.
Benefits of Invisalign:
Aesthetically pleasing: Because the aligners are made from clear plastic it is hard to see that you are going through an orthodontic procedure.
Free of adjustments: There is no need to see your dentist every month or so to have conventional braces adjusted. When you opt for Invisalign in Chicago you simply change every two weeks to the next aligner in the series. Although you must still see your dentist the appointments are short, it will be little more than a check on progress.
Better oral hygiene: Because Invisalign can be removed it makes it much easier to brush and floss. It is poor dental hygiene that is the cause of decay; metal braces are more susceptible to this than Invisalign.
As they are easily removable you can eat whatever you want. When you wear traditional braces there are certain food stuff that you have to forego; including the good stuff like popcorn and caramels.
Invisalign in Chicago is the ideal solution for people who want to straighten their teeth but don’t want the process to be noticeable. To discuss Invisalign in detail you are invited to call Chicago Smile Design.
