For many individuals, a straighter, more uniform smile is something highly desired. The innovative technological advancements in the field of dental care, clear aligner trays such as Invisalign®, have become widely popular to more conventional treatments within the past 15 years. This is mainly due to the numerous convenient and aesthetic benefits they provide patients while undergoing treatment.
Dr. David J. Jacobs, of Ridgeway Dental, is an Invisalign® provider who continues to help patients achieve their ideal smiles through proper alignment with these virtually invisible braces.
How Clear Aligners Measure up to Traditional Orthodontics
With conventional braces, their mechanisms are made up of metal brackets and wires used to guide mild to severely misaligned teeth into proper alignment. Although effective; they are not the most comfortable, as the metal components can rub against the tissue inside the mouth, and food particles can easily embed themselves within their metal workings. Patients with traditional braces often require professional flossing to ensure the tightknit spaces between the teeth remain clean, preventing decay or infection.
Invisalign’s transparent aligners allow for patients to wear their customized trays over teeth, while gently shifting mild misalignment into ideal position over several months. While patients are required to wear their invisible braces for up to 22 hours a day, these trays are completely removable, and patients are in complete control of their treatment in everyday activities such as eating and drinking. Maintaining an effective at-home dental hygiene routine is a relatively simple process during treatment as there is no interruption for regular brushing and flossing to continue. Patients choosing Invisalign have the added benefit of straightening their smile discreetly and confidently.
Who is a Candidate for Invisalign?
For responsible teens and adults wanting to correct their moderate orthodontic issues discreetly and comfortably, these clear trays are an ideal solution. Although the transparent aligners are removable, patients must comply with treatment regulations as the Invisalign braces should be worn all day, except during meals and daily oral hygiene routines.
Invisalign’s virtually invisible trays offer a less demanding alternative to conventional braces. Straightening teeth under Invisalign involves patients graduating through their custom aligners that are replaced every two weeks until ideal alignment is achieved.
At Ridgeway Dental, Dr. David J. Jacobs is proud to offer Invisalign treatment to the community of St. Clair Shores and the surrounding Macomb County areas.
If you or a loved one would like more information on how Invisalign clear braces can put the confidence back in your smile, please call or visit our practice today!