When you have an uneven smile, then orthodontic treatment could offer a straighter smile. You may assume this treatment only includes braces, but we can actually provide a clear alternative! In today’s blog, your Sheridan, WY, dentist talks about cosmetic orthodontics with clear and cozy Invisalign® aligners!
The Benefits of Treating Your Misalignment
When we have crooked, crowded, or overlapping teeth, this could provide places for food and drink particles to become trapped. Even if you brush and floss, this means bacteria can break them down to create the plaque buildup linked to tooth decay and gum disease. In addition, the pressure on your jaw joints from uneven teeth could lead to TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). You may also feel uncomfortable with your appearance, which impacts your social interactions. With Invisalign®, we have a cosmetic approach to treating your misalignment.
The Invisalign® Treatment Process
The Invisalign® process doesn’t involve the use of metal brackets or wires at all. Instead, our team can use a series of Invisalign® aligners. A set is worn for 20 to 22 hours a day on average, over the course of about two weeks. Afterward, you begin wearing the next set for the same amount of time and repeat the process until you obtain optimal alignment. For adults, this is usually about a year while teens may need up to 18 months. In addition to being clear, you can also remove them before you eat or prior to brushing and flossing. Which means mealtime is much simpler, and you can better care for your smile during the treatment process.
Creating Your Custom Aligners
Each set of aligners is custom-made for your smile specifically. We will begin by taking detailed digital images of your smile from multiple angles. We then combine them to create a 3D impression of your bite. In a lab setting, these images and measurements are then used to design and fabricate the aligners from a clear and BPA-free plastic material. Each set then fits comfortably over your teeth and shifts the position of them with precision and accuracy. Our team can schedule a consultation with you to see if this is the right choice for your smile!
If you have any questions about our cosmetic treatments, such as Invisalign®, then please feel free to reach out to our team. We would love to help you start smile improvement this summer, so you can show off your smile with confidence.
Speak With Your Sheridan, WY Dentist About Cosmetic Orthodontics
Your orthodontic treatment can be clear and barely noticeable with our custom aligners. To find out how we address your malocclusion, then reach out to Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY at 307-672-7567.
