What are the advantages of Invisalign in Dorking?
Invisalign in Dorking is considered by many to be the ultimate modern solution for teeth straightening. Here at Old Court House Dental Practice, we appreciate the importance of having a smile that makes the patient look and feel great and provide many options to help achieve that. This is an explanation of what Invisalign is and how it can help in improving the appearance of the teeth, as well as a discussion of the benefits of this treatment.
What does the treatment involve?
Invisalign in Dorking is a means of correcting teeth that are crooked or protruding. It is quite different to traditional braces as it utilises removable plastic trays rather than fixed wires to move the teeth into a better position. The trays are called aligners and are worn over the teeth in a similar way to a retainer. They exert gentle pressure on the teeth to help them become straighter.
Do others notice when someone is wearing these braces?
No, and that is one of the main reasons that Invisalign in Dorking is so popular. The aligners are made from a type of soft plastic that is completely clear, which makes them invisible. This makes these braces ideal for anyone who feels a little anxious about the idea of everyone noticing and asking about their treatment.
Does the patient have to spend lots of time at the dentist?
Treatment with Invisalign involves minimal intervention from us. We conduct an initial assessment to ensure that clear braces are the best option for the patient, before taking a record of the position of the teeth. We then invite them to come in for a fitting of their new, customised aligners, where we demonstrate how to put them in and how to remove them. We also give advice on keeping them and the teeth clean during treatment.
Once the initial assessment, recording and fitting has taken place, we issue the patient with a new set of aligners every few weeks. Getting the new set requires little to no intervention from us, unless the patient is experiencing any difficulties. This is quite different to treatment with traditional braces, which are required to be manually adjusted at the surgery on a regular basis. In this sense, the patient can save considerable amounts of time spent in the dentist’s chair by choosing to have their teeth straightened using clear braces.
Are there any restrictions on what the patient can eat?
Because invisible braces are removable, there are no limits or exclusions on the kinds of foods that can be enjoyed. Other types of braces require the patient to avoid certain foodstuffs and even some types of drinks during treatment, as these may compromise the result by causing staining and decay around the site of the braces.
By taking the aligners out before eating, the patient allows themselves complete freedom when it comes to mealtimes. This is a considerable benefit that means they can continue to enjoy their favourite foods even whilst embarking on getting their teeth straightened.