Do clear aligners really work?

Clear aligners are an effective way to straighten teeth, and they work as well as traditional braces in many cases. At times, clear aligners provide faster treatment than braces thanks to the precise amount of force these plastic trays apply on teeth.

What are the disadvantages of clear aligners?

They also require very careful cleaning if you want them to remain truly invisible. Clear aligner braces are not good for all types of orthodontic issues. If your teeth need to be moved vertically, or if you need to rotate certain teeth into place, clear aligners cannot help.

Which is better clear aligners or braces?

Braces are better for people with severe crookedness and most kids and teens. Invisalign and other brands of clear aligners are best for adults who want a nearly invisible and more comfortable straightening method, as long as the teeth aren't too crooked.

Clear Aligners

Get a Straight Smile You Can Be Proud of With Clear Aligners

Invisalign clear aligners straighten your teeth like metal braces but without any of the downsides of traditional braces. If you’re self-conscious about your smile and want straighter teeth, but you’re worried that metal braces will not look good on you, Invisalign is the perfect teeth-straightening treatment option. For a free consultation for Invisalign in Dandenong, call EDentist today.

The Invisalign Clear Aligner Process

Invisalign is ideal for patients with mild to moderate teeth misalignments. If your dentist determines that clear aligners are right for you, they will make mould your teeth to create your custom aligners. EDentist uses state-of-the-art computer modelling techniques to make aligners that fit your teeth precisely along each step of the process.

Our computer software designs several sets of aligners that you’ll wear over your treatment. The final set of aligners will be straight, even teeth that you and your dentist agree on during your free consultation. Your dentist will give you new aligners every few weeks, according to this treatment plan. Each set of aligners is progressively straighter to gradually shift teeth into alignment.

How Do Clear Aligners Work?

Once the dentist gets impressions of your teeth, they make a three-dimensional image that allows them to outline the separate stages of your tooth alignment process to create the aligners. These aligners are clear, BPA-free plastic that won’t irritate the soft tissues inside your mouth.

Your clear aligners should stay in your mouth for 22 hours a day at minimum. Make sure you don’t lose track of time when you take them out. At EDentist Dandenong, our expert dental technicians can walk you through the process and answer any questions you may have. Our staff has plenty of experience helping clients with Invisalign in Dandenong. Call us or visit our office to learn more.

Benefits of Clear Aligners

Invisalign clear aligners are lighter than other orthodontic treatments, and the application is much simpler–with significantly less discomfort. Clear aligners are also very cost-effective, and more insurance companies are beginning to cover them every day.

With braces, some foods can lodge underneath them and become difficult to get out. Invisalign is removable and easy to clean. Some other benefits of clear aligners include:

Alternative to Metal Braces

Most adults avoid getting braces because they don’t want a mouth full of metal. Invisalign aligners are clear and barely noticeable. You won’t have to feel awkward about wearing them in public.

Custom Fitted

Clear aligners sit flush against your teeth, so they don’t take up any extra space in your mouth while you’re wearing them. There’s no discomfort because the ultramodern moulding makes the plastic retainer fit your teeth perfectly.

Removable and Convenient

Clear aligners are more convenient than traditional braces. You can remove them whenever you want to eat or brush and floss your teeth.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Does an Invisalign Treatment Last?

Treatment duration varies with every patient and often depends on the severity of the orthodontic concern. Generally, Invisalign treatments last between 12 and 24 months. However, some patients with minor issues complete their Invisalign treatment in six months.

Are Invisalign Aligners Uncomfortable to Wear?

By taking a detailed mould of your teeth, our dentists can create clear aligners that perfectly fit your mouth. Although you might experience minor discomfort for the first few days of treatment while your mouth adjusts, it subsides rather quickly. Overall, Invisalign Clear Aligners have an impressively comfortable fit and natural-looking appearance, making them a highly popular treatment option.