Invisalign is a discreet option for straightening teeth and correcting other orthodontic issues. Invisalign has several unique benefits. In addition to being practically invisible, Invisalign is also comfortable and removable. Dr. Campbell Delk, the certified Invisalign provider and experienced dentist at our office in Glen Allen, VA, can help you achieve a straighter smile with Invisalign.
How Invisalign Works
Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment method for straightening crooked teeth, closing small gaps in the smile, and correcting some types of bite alignment issues, such as overbites or underbites. Invisalign can treat many of the same issues as traditional braces but in a very unique way.
Invisalign moves the teeth using removable aligner trays instead of brackets, bands, or wires. There are two trays in each set, one for each row or arch of teeth. The trays are all custom-made for the individual patient and multiple sets of trays are worn throughout treatment. The aligner trays move the teeth by exerting gentle pressure on them, which is how braces move the teeth, as well.
Each set of custom aligner trays is worn for just a few weeks. The trays are then replaced with the next set in the series. With each new set, the teeth move closer to the desired position. The length of time needed to achieve the desired results differs for each patient, but 12 months is average. The skilled dentist at our office in Glen Allen, VA, is a certified Invisalign provider and can help you transform your smile with custom aligner trays.
Benefits of Invisalign
Invisalign has several benefits and advantages over other teeth straightening options. Some exciting benefits of this innovative method include:
- Discreet: Invisalign’s aligner trays are made of a clear, plastic material so they blend in with your smile and are practically invisible to others.
- Comfortable: The aligner trays are made from a soft and flexible plastic material that is comfortable to wear. There are no hard components.
- Removable: The aligners can be removed temporarily for up to two hours a day. Patients commonly remove the trays when eating, as well as when brushing and flossing the teeth.
- Fewer Food Restrictions: Since the trays are removable, patients can take them out to eat and enjoy greater dietary choices without worrying about damaging the aligners or getting food stuck in them.
- Better Oral Hygiene: Brushing and flossing are easier than with braces, for example, since the aligner trays can be removed to clean the teeth.
- Protection: The aligner trays provide added protection against teeth grinding or clenching, which can wear down the teeth in patients with bruxism.
There are numerous benefits of Invisalign treatment. It is discreet, comfortable, and so much more. To find out if Invisalign is right for you, schedule an appointment with your dentist, Dr. Delk, by calling our office in Glen Allen, VA, at (804) 747-9511.
