6 Reasons to Be Thankful for Invisalign

As Thanksgiving approaches and you consider all the things you’re thankful for in your life, don’t forget to give a shout-out to Invisalign. This innovative cosmetic dentistry treatment and orthodontic alternative has changed millions of smiles and created straight, healthy, beautiful teeth for people who once thought their window for aligning their smile was firmly closed.

Here are just some of the reasons to be thankful for Invisalign:

1. They’re nearly invisible.

One of the top perks for all Invisalign users is that they’re getting a straight smile without anyone really knowing about it. The aligners are practically invisible, so your appearance isn’t altered by orthodontics. No brace-face or metal-mouth nicknames, no feeling self-conscious about having hardware on your teeth. Invisalign offers all the perks of conventional braces without any of brackets and wires.

2. They’re removable.

Braces that can be taken off. You can take off your braces! Invisalign revolutionized orthodontics when they debuted, offering the same incredible results as metal braces without the “imprisonment.” Invisalign is a commitment, but it’s one that you can take a break from a few times every day thanks to the removable aligners.

3. Eat whatever you want, whenever you want.

You’re responsible for your diet and waistline, but Invisalign never gets in the way of eating, whether you’re following dietary restrictions or allowing indulgences. Whenever you’re ready for a meal or snack, remove the aligners and dig in. Just remember – the same rules apply for beverages. The only thing you can drink while Invisalign is in your mouth is water.

4. You can stick to your diet.

On the flip side, if you’re looking for some motivation to stay true to a weight loss plan, Invisalign can help. Because the aligners are in place the majority of the day, you have to think long and hard about when you want to remove them and if the food or drink is worth the effort. Many times, people decide they can wait until a meal – you may find your waist whittling at the same time your teeth are aligning.

5. There is an express version.

Invisalign Express has a shorter treatment time than traditional Invisalign and can work for patients who have minor spacing or crowding issues. People who have had their orthodontic problems of the past come back to haunt them (perhaps because they neglected to wear their retainers) often benefit from Invisalign Express too. Instead of 20+ sets of aligners to completely straighten your smile, Express usually consists of only five to 10 aligner sets.

6. Cleaning is easy.

A big complaint of wearers of conventional metal braces is having to meticulously dig around and in between their brackets and wires to thoroughly clean their braces and teeth. Invisalign helps maintain good oral health since you can floss and brush as usual. You just have to add in cleaning the aligners daily, especially before every time you snap them back over your teeth. It’s a small responsibility in the grand scheme of orthodontics.

Find out if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign. Make an appointment with certified Invisalign provider Dr. Sina Reangber at LifeTime Smiles in Haymarket.