The Benefits Of Invisalign Treatment | Bartlettortho

Unhappy with your smile and thinking of getting your teeth straightened? Nowadays, improving your smile has gotten even easier with the introduction of Invisalign treatment in Duncan. 

In this blog, we'll take a look at just some of the benefits that Invisalign treatment will bring you so you can choose between traditional metal braces and Invisalign. 

You Can Eat Just About Anything 

When metal braces are inserted, you'll be given a list of foods that are off-limits to eat while you have your braces on. This is food such as popcorn, hard candy, hard nuts and fruit and even steak. Patients can sometimes have their braces on for 20 months, so that's a long time not to eat popcorn! With Invisalign, all you have to do is take your aligners off before eating and wash your teeth or rinse your mouth before putting them back on. 

They're Not As Visible As Braces

Unfortunately, metal braces draw a lot of attention to themselves and can be embarrassing especially for adults that want to look professional. Metal braces also draw attention to the area you're most likely insecure about, making crooked teeth or gaps in teeth that much more noticeable. Invisalign is made with clear plastic and is almost invisible and much more discreet. Adults can now straighten their teeth without drawing attention to them! 

More Comfortable

It's no secret that traditional metal braces can be uncomfortable, painful and cause discomfort to your cheeks or gums. When they are initially fitted, they are painful and feel tight, but you get used to them. Every 4 weeks, however, your braces will be tightened, which causes discomfort again. With Invisalign, the change from one set of aligners to the next feels more subtle as you can remove them to eat, drink and clean your teeth. They are also made from a smooth plastic that fits your teeth perfectly, making them much more comfortable than metal braces. 

Fewer Doctor Visits

With traditional metal braces, you will visit the orthodontist once every 4 weeks for them to adjust and tighten the wire of your braces. These appointments can be inconvenient as the time taken out of your schedule adds up. With Invisalign, there is no tightening and you can switch to a new set of aligners right at home. Follow-up appointments are about every 6 weeks and are much quicker than a usual appointment. 

Better Dental Hygiene

Because they're removable, Invisalign makes it easier to keep your teeth clean while still being just as effective as braces. Traditional braces are stuck to your teeth and make it more difficult to keep your teeth completely clean, as there are hard-to-reach places between the metal wire and teeth that cause a buildup of plaque. 

Does Invisalign treatment in Duncan sound like the right choice for you? Schedule your free 30 minute consultation right now with our expert orthodontists at Dr. Kirk Bartlett!