Are you an adult who wants to straighten your teeth easily? Do you want a straighter smile, but are less than eager to wear a metal brace?
You are not alone!
Thanks to advances in orthodontic care, it is now possible to get the straighter smile you want with the discretion of using invisible or clear aligners.
Here, common queries relating to the invisible aligner, Invisalign Wagga are answered, so you can assess if this may be the best aligner type for you.
Are invisible aligners expensive?
This is a common concern that many dental patients have. Orthodontics in adult life is rarely depicted as cheap and as invisible aligners are comparatively new, it is likely that they will cost more.
However, almost every dental surgery that can offer invisible aligners is also able to offer financing options, so you will be able to spread the cost of this treatment.
Can they correct an overbite?
This depends on the severity of the overbite; in some cases, invisible aligners may be able to completely straighten an overbite and in other cases, they may only be able to partially straighten. In general, this aligner is best suited for issues relating to bite meshing that is considered mild to moderate.
If you are suitable to have your overbite corrected with these aligners, you will need to keep them in as prescribed by your dental team.
Can I wear them whenever I want?
To get the most out of your clear aligners, you will need to wear them for a minimum of 22 hours per day, or as directed by your dentist.
There is a reason for this; the aligners need the time to push on your teeth to move them. As they are not fitted, this time is crucial for them to work correctly. If you do not adhere to this, then your orthodontic treatment may slow or, at the very worst, may revert and cause your teeth to move back to their former positions.
So, keep your aligners in!
Are they faster than standard braces?
They are quite often quicker in completing treatment.
When many people think about undertaking orthodontics in their adult years, they understandably have concerns about needing to wear metal braces for months on end. This may be required, however, if you have a more complex orthodontic need, which may include needing to move your molars or an extreme protrusion.
But, with invisible aligners, the treatment time itself takes on average between 3 to 6 months whereas, with a metal brace, it takes up to 3 years. So, yes, they are usually faster!
Can they be used alongside other orthodontic tools?
It is becoming more common for dental teams to try and use metal braces less in standard practice, due in part to the range of options available relating to other kinds of orthodontic tools.
So, it may be likely that your orthodontic treatment utilises a range of different orthodontic tools, which may start with a standard fitted brace and end with an invisible aligner. But this is at the discretion of your dentist or orthodontist.
DISCLAIMER
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
