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Are Invisalign Clear Braces Right for You?

Nov 17 • 2 minute read

If you want to straighten your teeth but don’t want to undergo the extensive process involved with full braces, Invisalign® clear aligners may be the solution you’re looking for. This minimally-invasive method offers those with crooked, gapped, or crowded smiles a convenient and easy way to achieve the smile they desire. This guide from Twin Peaks Dentistry will help you decide whether or not you should pursue Invisalign aligners. 

Correcting a Range of Alignment Issues

Invisalign aligners are made of a reinforced plastic material that gently pushes teeth into proper place. These are made from a mold of your smile, guaranteeing a comfortable fit and effective orthodontic movement. This makes them great for correcting alignment problems that are affecting the beauty of the smile, but not as effective when treating severe orthodontic malocclusion. 

Situations, where the bite is open or extreme over/underbite are affecting your oral health, should be addressed with full metal braces. This is not to say that Invisalign braces cannot improve teeth and jaw alignment significantly. This innovative treatment addresses mild to moderate occlusal problems, improving a smile’s beauty and health. 

Improving Baseline Oral Health 

Daily hygiene is crucial to preserving our natural dental structure, but teeth alignment affects your ability to do so effectively. Crowded or crooked teeth can create areas that are hard to reach with a toothbrush or floss. These are also areas where food that can become trapped, leading to tooth decay. A straight smile makes it so you can brush and floss easily, keeping your teeth from the buildup of harmful bacteria. 

Straightening teeth addresses complications related to dental wear and TMJ issues. Invisalign restores uniformity to your bite, helping teeth avoid excessive wear and providing relief from joint discomfort. Reduced wear ensures teeth last longer and requires fewer restorative treatments. 

Treating Teenagers, Adults, and Seniors

These clear braces are best suited for smiles that are done growing and changing. Older teenagers can receive Invisalign if they did not need significant occlusal intervention, while adults and seniors are also perfect candidates for this treatment option. 

If administered too early, the developing smile can reverse the progress of the entire treatment. Many adults and seniors who have experienced alignment relapse can re-adjust their teeth with Invisalign aligners, ensuring they continue to have a beautiful smile. 

Contact Dr. Ziba Shirazi for Invisalign Aligners

Twin Peaks Dentistry offers Invisalign consultations in Poway, helping patients of all ages obtain this advanced orthodontic treatment. Call us today for an appointment!

They are not the best treatment for everyone, however, since they have structural limitations and are effective for those with mature smiles.
 

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