There are many different solutions that are open to patients who need to straighten their teeth and jaw. By speaking with a dentist about their personal situation and the severity of their case, they are able to narrow down the vast amount of devices, to choose from a select few that are aligned to both their needs and their wants when it comes to their teeth straightening experience.
Many people wish to have a discreet aligner that is difficult to see from a distance when they smile. This is beneficial for both teenagers and working adults who do not want their braces to have a large impact on their day-to-day life.
Although the treatment only lasts for about a year, everyone knows that a lot can happen during that time in life and nobody wishes for a teeth straightening device to potentially be the culprit of something not going right for them, regardless of the benefits it will allow for in the future.
For example, some working age adults may find that wearing braces could hinder their career opportunities, as they don’t allow for the professional image that they feel they need to present. Teenagers struggle with their self-confidence even at the best of times during these tumultuous years and if straightening their teeth discreetly can allow them to feel better about themselves, then their parents and dentists are likely to jump at the opportunity if they can.
Invisalign in Weybridge is a popular solution and because millions of people worldwide have used this treatment with great success, there is a lot of information and support available online for individuals to look through, to both inspire and motivate before, during and after the treatment process.
How does it work?
The aligners work by pushing teeth into their correct alignment rather than pulling them like traditional fixed braces do. They need to be worn for about 22 hours each day in order to be completely effective, or else the treatment will take longer than initially prescribed, or not offer the same results as initially talked about.
This means that willpower is a definite factor and can be an issue for some. Thankfully, with the use of compliance indicators, parents or patients can check to ensure that they are wearing their device for the right amount of time, alleviating this potential concern when using this device rather than a fixed option.
Eating with aligners is not possible, so they need to be removed during mealtimes. Because saliva cannot wash away any food debris once the aligners are back in place, patients need to brush their teeth immediately after eating before they replace them again.
Essentially eliminating mindless snacking for many wearers, there are a few common positive side effects that can be seen other than straightening teeth.
Again, by discussing all of the options available when it comes to straightening teeth and then deciding on the best possible choice for the patient, dentists, parents and patients can find the best solution to creating the desired outcome of having straighter, healthier teeth to enjoy for life.
