Many persons have certain parts of their body to be grateful for. The list is endless, from beautiful hair to cute eyes, well-formed lips, to straight teeth. And each time you stand in front of a mirror, you’re sure to admire that part of your body. However, there may be some issues in your body formation due to habit, or it’s just a natural thing. Crooked teeth are one of these.
We teach people to appreciate their smiles, whether beautiful or less attractive. Still, we know some love everything to be perfect about them. So, you may like to align your teeth and achieve the best smile. Many years ago, teeth straightening was only done with metal braces. This option has not fizzled out in the application, but you can use a second option to straighten your teeth. Invisalign is the name.
So, what is this Invisalign?
Different types of malocclusions are corrected with Invisalign. They range from overbites, underbites to diastema (space between teeth). The Invisalign system utilises a series of clear plastic aligners designed to gradually shift your teeth into the original position.
Invisalign is largely attractive to patients needing orthodontic treatment due to its comfort, near invisibility and convenience. No one would quickly notice you are wearing Invisalign except you are standing right in front of them; however, conventional braces can be sighted from a distance. This is another major reason people prefer Invisalign.
But that’s not all. Invisalign is a less invasive treatment. There are restrictions on what patients using braces eat – they are not allowed to eat crunchy, hard and sticky foods. On the other hand, those using Invisalign need not be bothered about such limitations. They can easily take out their aligners to eat and drink anything of their choice.
Who can and cannot get Invisalign?
Today, millions of persons have had their smiles restored successfully with Invisalign, but these persons were actually eligible to get the treatment. This goes to say that Invisalign is not accessible to all. Problems like cavities and gum disease need correction first before bringing in Invisalign. Those whose dental issues demand surgical procedures as correction may not be good candidates for Invisalign.
Among those who cannot get Invisalign are patients experiencing temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder or using bridges and dental implants. Should you have very small teeth, or they have been worn out, it may not allow you to get Invisalign. The good news is that should these issues be less severe, an orthodontist can actually treat them with Invisalign.
Is age a qualification for Invisalign?
The first consideration for producing Invisalign was to replace braces used in adults as a more convenient alternative treatment. But as time went on and Invisalign was being used, the system was advanced to provide treatment for children and teenagers. With its present status, Invisalign can be boldly described as a treatment for people of all ages, making it an orthodontic solution that is not limited by age. The only barrier now is your eligibility for it, as discussed in the immediate preceding heading.
Will Invisalign not work without due discipline?
Like traditional braces, time is the major driver for invisalign changing your smile. And throughout the time you will be wearing Invisalign, you should adhere to the guidelines provided by your orthodontist so that you end up with the best smile ever.
Invisalign is designed following the peculiar condition of the patient’s teeth, and everyone ends up with a bespoke treatment. But what is common with all these special treatments is that one must wear these aligners for between 20 to 22 hours every day. Your orthodontist will get you a new set of aligners after every two weeks. Do endeavour to use these different successive sets of aligners as instructed, and report missing aligners as soon as possible, so you don’t delay your treatment more than is necessary.
Do you think it would be a big deal to wear aligners for the recommended daily hours? Do you find it quite a hassle to know when to switch aligners? If yes, you need to pause and rethink your need for Invisalign treatment. This is partly because the treatment is usually completed in 12 to 18 months. And you need to fix visits with your orthodontist all this time. So, take a look at your schedule and consider how tight or free it is. For a demanding schedule, you may want to change your treatment option. You could also ask that your Invisalign provider set up a plan for treatment that can be accommodated within your schedule.
Where you should turn to when not considered eligible for Invisalign
Not everyone can be given Invisalign. But the interesting thing about Invisalign eligibility is that one may not qualify at a practice but may be a good candidate at another practice.
Let’s say you’ve visited an orthodontist, and they say you don’t qualify for this innovative treatment; it won’t do good to conclude at that point that you’ll never get Invisalign. Why? Some orthodontists don’t see certain individuals as Invisalign-qualified, and that’s where we at Adult Braces London come in. We attend to many turned down patients who needed Invisalign. Somehow, they can get this highly-sought treatment. This is not because we jump the process; it’s basically due to our high qualification in providing Invisalign deals. We are a Diamond Plus Invisalign provider. This stands us out as one of the top orthodontic care providers across London. So this makes us your next port of call if you have ever been told you don’t qualify for Invisalign. Over the years, we have treated hundreds of patients who didn’t get the opportunity to receive Invisalign at the first trial. Our experience is extensive and our training meticulous.
We’re special, just the way you are
You can only get a dedicated Invisalign provider at Adult Braces London. Of course, there are other orthodontists, but we are committed to offering Invisalign treatment like no other.
Come visit our practice today and feel the difference we are talking about. You can pick it right off the floor, seat and everywhere around our practice. So, when all else say you can’t have Invisalign, we say try one more time by giving us a call, and you’ll be surprised to get a positive response from us.