Are You a Good Candidate for Invisalign? 4 Ways to Know

You want straight teeth and think Invisalign might be the best route to an aligned smile, but there are many variables to consider. See if you fit into any of the following categories, then schedule a consultation with your Haymarket Invisalign provider – the surefire way to find out if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign.

1. You want to get straight teeth without anyone knowing about it.

Adults have moved past the stage of metal mouth and brace face. They don’t want to channel adolescence by wearing braces on their teeth, nor do they want the negative side effects of braces, like jagged, painful wires and brackets and food restrictions. Invisalign is the nearly invisible way for adults to straighten their teeth and not have their orthodontics interfere with their lifestyle.

You can do your job, go out to eat, and enjoy everything you always have – Invisalign will not interrupt. This alignment method is discreet, low-maintenance, and the ideal way for adults to straighten their smiles on the down-low.

2. You only have a few crooked or gapped teeth.

There are different variations of Invisalign, and every patient’s treatment is customized to their needs. Invisalign Express is for patients who have minor orthodontic problems like mild overcrowding and spaces. Treatment time takes only about six or seven months to complete, instead of the typical 12 months. Some people even pursue a less intensive Invisalign treatment to get their teeth in alignment before undergoing other dental treatments, like porcelain veneers or teeth whitening.

3. You once had braces, but didn’t wear your retainers.

One of the most common reasons people find themselves in need of orthodontic treatment as an adult is because they didn’t follow the rules the first time around. Retainers are a non-negotiable part of every tooth alignment method. If you slacked on the rules or skipped wearing the retainer around the clock as a teenage orthodontic patient, now is the time to try again.

Just remember, even after your Invisalign treatment is complete, you must wear retainers as instructed to keep those freshly moved teeth firmly in place. The good news: If you did have braces years ago, you may only need a shorter round of treatment to get things back in alignment.

4. You’re good at following the rules.

Are you a perfectionist? Do you thrive on a set of carefully outlined rules and orders? Invisalign is a major responsibility for any wearer. You’re required to wear the aligners 20 to 22 hours a day, remove them for meals and snacks, and change the aligners according to your treatment plan to keep the teeth moving into alignment, a few at a time.

Get answers to all your questions about Invisalign and other cosmetic dentistry options that can give you a straight, beautiful smile. Make an appointment with certified Invisalign provider Dr. Sina Reangber at LifeTime Smiles in Haymarket.