3 Interesting Facts About Invisalign

Invisalign® is a brand of dental devices used to straighten teeth. These clear aligners are an alternative to traditional braces and gaining in popularity among dental patients.

What to know about the Invisalign® system

If you are considering getting these invisible braces, you likely have interest in learning more about them. While you can easily get the standard details, such as how to use them and how they work, almost anywhere, there are a few interesting facts that can help you to make a better decision about whether this tooth alignment correction system is right for you.

Fact #1: The aligners are easy to clean

Traditional metal braces are notorious for being difficult to clean. It can be tough to remove all food and debris from around the metal brackets and between the wires. They also have the potential to stain the teeth. Debris gets stuck around brackets and sits on teeth, causing discoloring. This damage defeats the purpose of trying to improve the smile's appearance. Plus, it can even lead to additional costs for cleaning and whitening or issues with cavities.

Because invisible braces do not attach to the teeth and work more like a retainer, you can completely remove them and clean your teeth and the devices easily. In addition, as part of the program, you replace your aligners often to accommodate the movement in your teeth. This allows you to ensure the devices you use remain hygienic.

Fact #2: You can play sports without concerns

With metal braces, you may have limitations if you want to play sports. The potential for injury is high as the braces can cut your gums or cause other dental health issues. It is also difficult to wear mouth guards properly with braces, which opens you up to potential mouth injuries.

With invisible aligners, there is little risk because you can take them out if needed and insert a mouth guard to ensure full protection when playing sports. You do not have the issue of metal brackets and wires that can cut your mouth or end up bent and broken.

Fact #3: It is an ideal solution for adults

Invisalign® aims its marketing at adults as the ideal target group to use the product. In fact, the company does not recommend using the aligners for children’s teeth as the process to create them does not account for the growth and development of a child’s mouth. Older teens and adults are the recommended customer because they already have their permanent teeth.

The adult market for traditional braces is historically small. Invisible braces are a much more aesthetically pleasing option, which has helped to grow the popularity of adult straightening treatments.

Wrapping up

Invisalign® is an increasingly common option for getting straighter teeth without the hassle of metal braces. It may be the right option for you if traditional braces do not seem to match your needs.

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