Traditional metal braces are cumbersome and painful. You can scratch your tongue on the brackets, get food stuck in them, and tune in the radio. Okay, so the radio part is not true, but you get the idea. Eating is restricted, and oral hygiene becomes more difficult. It is painful when wires are tightened, or elastics are changed. You can have partial brackets attached to the back of the teeth, so they are less noticeable, but issues with hygiene can still be a problem. Clear braces are not easily noticed but are still painful when wires are tightened.
Invisalign near Lakeview eliminates many of the issues of traditional braces. There are no brackets or wires affixed to the teeth. They are removable, so eating, brushing, and flossing are not restricted. You can also take them out and wear a mouth guard for sports. The process begins with X-rays of your teeth, pictures of your mouth, and impressions of your teeth in their present condition. A treatment plan is then developed specifically for you. Molded clear trays are designed and made to gently move your teeth into place. You wear each tray for two to three weeks and then proceed to the next tray. You should wear trays for 20 to 22 hours per day to get the best results. Once the trays are all used, you will have to wear a retainer for a certain amount of time.
In addition to straightening crooked teeth, gaps, and protruding teeth can also be treated with Invisalign near Lakeview. Overcrowding, overbite, underbite, crossbite, and open bite can be corrected as well. Cleaning your trays can be done by brushing them and rinsing them with warm water. There are also tray cleaning kits available if you prefer. Straight teeth help build confidence and improve the health of your teeth and gums. Food particles can hide in the spaces between your teeth and near the gum line. When you have crooked teeth, it is difficult to clean them well. Bacteria builds and causes cavities, bad breath, and gum disease. To know more contact Family Dental Care today.
