By now just about anyone who has turned on a TV, listened to the radio or browsed the internet has come across an advertisement for Invisalign. Most of those same people have probably found themselves wondering exactly how those little plastic pieces work, and if they work as well as traditional braces.
How Does Invisalign Work?
Invisalign works very much like traditional braces, minus the heavy brackets, wires, bands and other bulky pieces that make people shy away from having them put on. Instead of having a mouth full of distracting metal, many patients are opting to seek out a dentist who offers Invisalign in Las Vegas. Dr. Khorshid can evaluate your teeth and let you know if you or your child are a candidate for this type of orthodontic procedure.
If you are eligible for Invisalign, you will be prescribed a series of aligners that you will switch out every two weeks (or more, or less, depending on Dr. Kevin recommendations). Each new aligner is a small step in a progression that slowly shifts and straightens your teeth. The shift in the mouth is gradual, and unlike braces, Invisalign controls the timing of the movement of the teeth. That means that not all of your teeth move at once. Instead, only certain teeth shift depending on the aligner used.
What’s The Difference Between Invisalign And Braces?
The most obvious difference between Invisalign and braces is the physical difference. Braces you can see and you can see them right away, even from a distance. Invisalign is clear, and most people won’t notice you have them on. They are removable, which also makes brushing, flossing and eating a lot easier to do than with traditional braces. Proper daily dental care for your teeth is extremely important while they are being shifted. What good is a straight smile if you end up with tooth decay?
Patients who choose Invisalign report that they are more comfortable than patients who choose traditional braces. There will be soreness as your teeth shift, but there are much less soreness and far less irritation inside the lips and gums than that caused by traditional braces. That’s because Invisalign is smooth, so nothing is rubbing against your lips or gums. Traditional braces are raised and rough and the wires and brackets are hard. This can cause irritation, soreness and even cuts to develop inside the mouth.
Additionally, people can have accidents with braces. If your child gets hit in the face with a ball while wearing Invisalign, he’s not bound to have major problems. If he were wearing traditional braces when the ball hit his face, he could end up with cuts in his mouth or even a popped bracket. In fact, while you or your teens are out playing sports, you can simply remove the aligner to avoid any type of incident.
Choose The Right Dentist For Invisalign
Invisalign sounds simple enough, right? Snap on a few plastic trays and move your teeth. Well, it’s not quite that simple. Invisalign is completely customized for each patient and the course of treatment must constantly be evaluated for progress and possible adjustments. Additionally, there may be some cases where Invisalign is not appropriate and traditional braces are necessary. Only a skilled dental professional can make these types of recommendations.
You’re going to be spending a lot of time with your Las Vegas Invisalign dentist, so you’ll want to be comfortable and feel like you are in good hands. Dr. Khorshid has the right blend of experience and “bedside manner” to help you determine if you or your teenager are a good fit for Invisalign. If you choose to move forward, he and his team will make impressions of your teeth and map out a precise and distinct treatment plan. He’ll even be able to show you representations of what your teeth will look like as you move through the stages of treatment. Then, he’ll get you started on the road to a great looking smile!