Invisalign is one of the newest advancements in the orthodontics field and they have become a decent replacement for braces. Many adults who are looking for ways to straighten their teeth will not find braces the right choice. Since adult teeth will require more time and strength to move, keeping these metal wires for a long time will not be ideal. This is when Invisalign will come in handy. This orthodontic option will be the right choice for teenagers and adults who want to straighten their teeth fast and without feeling embarrassed of food stuck between the teeth.
If you are looking for a way to straighten your teeth, we recommend contacting our experienced staff at City Dental Clinic in Albania. They will explain what the process entails, how much time it will take, and the results they will achieve.
Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment that serves as an alternative to traditional braces. They will reposition your teeth without the need for metal wires. This makes them more comfortable and easier to clean.
Unlike braces, they can be taken off anytime you need to eat and brush your teeth. Once your measures are taken the dentist will supply you with a series of trays that need to be changed every two weeks. You will not need to return to the dental clinic every time as you will keep them with you at any time. Once the time passes just move on to the next series of aligners.
In order to have faster and better results you should try and keep the aligners on as much as possible during the day. Unlike braces which work 24 hours a day since you cannot remove them, Invisalign should at least be worn at least 22 hours a day. This way you will get used to them and the feeling of having something covering your teeth. The only time you should remove them is when you eat, drink, brush, and floss your teeth. As time passes you will feel them less and the discomfort will be reduced.
Like braces, Invisalign will also slightly change the way you pronounce your words. This will most likely happen at the beginning of the treatment and you will develop a bit of a lisp. This will most likely happen when you use Invisalign on both your set of teeth not when you only need them at the top or bottom. Usually, this is unavoidable so you just have to get used to it.
However, if you are worried about this, don’t be as it will only last for the first few days. Even if this bothers you do not be tempted to remove them because as we said before you need to be consistent and not remove them when it is not needed. It is very important to get used to them because you will wear them for a long time.
The Invisalign treatment time will be unique to every patient and during the consultation, the orthodontist will tell you an approximate time of how long will it take. Usually for most adults, you will need to keep them for at least a year or more. This will depend mostly on the issue that the patient might have. If only one or two teeth are misaligned then it will take less than a few months, on the other hand, when the issue is more serious and your teeth are not in great shape it will last longer.
However, you don’t need to worry about a thing. All of these factors will be discussed during your first consultation with our experienced staff here at City Dental Clinic in Tirana. During this time he will explain everything and decide on an approximate time for how long will you need to use them.
Another huge benefit of Invisalign is that they work relatively fast and you will notice the results very quickly. However, this will only be possible if you keep them as long as possible every day. The prearranged set of clear trays will be given by the dentist and you will need to change them every two weeks. This will help you bring your smile into position. Some people may need more tray than others and some will be done with the treatment in a matter of months. One thing is for sure, if you are consistent and follow the dentist’s instructions, the results will show up in no time.
Whenever you visit your dentist they will recommend you to floss your teeth at least twice a day. This will especially be necessary if you have braces or Invisalign. Since your teeth and gums will be covered by the invisible trays, they need to be as clean as possible. If you don’t floss regularly, plaque, food, and other stuff may be stuck in your teeth making them look dirty. This can become problematic with aligners making your teeth look dirty. Not only will this make them look dirty but will also lead to pain.
Usually, the normal dental care routine only takes a couple of minutes of your day every morning and every night before you go to sleep. Your daily routine should consist of brushing flossing and using mouthwash. If you follow these steps your teeth will remain clean for a very long time. However, not everyone is consistent in their oral routine and this will eventually show.
If you use clear aligners this whole process can take some more minutes daily. If you can, brush and floss them every time you eat before putting the aligners back on. If you dont do so all the food particles and bacteria will be stuck beneath the clear tray and damage the teeth. For example, you can have a dessert or candy and all the sugar will be stuck there for hours, and we know how bad that is for our mouth.
It is important that you do not miss any steps during your daily cleaning routine. If you have Invisalign this may take some more minutes than usual but this will be totally worth it when you see the results. Even after the treatment is finished is important to still continue with this routine daily.
Besides the fact that the daily cleaning routine may take some more minutes, you should know that you should also take some time to clean your aligners. Just like food can get stuck on your teeth it will also make your aligners look dirty. You should clean them each time you brush your teeth. This process is easy. You need to buy a brush to only clean your aligners add some toothpaste and voila.
Our experienced dentist suggests that you do this every morning and night before you go to sleep and during the day you could just give them a quick rinse to remove any impurities. Overall cleaning and maintaining your clear aligners is a necessity and it will be easy to follow.
Another big difference and advantage that makes Invisalign better than braces is that you will be able to remove them anytime you want and enjoy your food without worrying if they will be stuck between the metal wires. However, do not forget to always remove them if you consume anything besides water. If you eat while having them on they can be scratched and you won’t enjoy your food. On the other hand, if you have braces you have to be careful with your diet since they can break and dislocate from your teeth, needing an immediate trip to the dentist to glue it back on.
Our dentist will highly recommend any patient to drink a lot of water while on the treatment. Keeping Invisalign on for a long time can make your mouth dry quickly which will be very uncomfortable, especially at the beginning. You should at least try to consume 1.5 liters of water a day. Drink regularly, and you will find it a lot easier to keep your aligners on.
The sole purpose of Invisalign is to assist with tooth realignment and straightening your smile. As a bonus, though, it can also make your teeth look whiter as time passes. This is related to what we discussed previously about Invisalign keeping things in your mouth. Thanks to this treatment, all of the whitening ingredients in toothpaste will adhere to your teeth and remain there after brushing for a longer time. Additionally, it might aid in preventing cavities in your teeth. Once more, this is due to the fluoride in toothpaste adhering to teeth rather than being dissolved by water consumption.
You could occasionally receive attachments that will speed up the process. These are frequently called “Invisalign” buttons. They’re not for everyone, and during your appointment, your dentist will discuss them with you to determine whether you need them. They are essentially tiny attachments for the Invisalign tray and a tooth. The idea is to help shift that specific tooth more quickly so that it aligns with the others faster. In addition to helping you see results more quickly, they blend in and are invisible to others.
Contrary to its beliefs, Invisalign treatment does not have an age limit, even though it is mostly used in adults who dont want to have braces on. However, if the dentist decides that you are suitable for this treatment considering every factor, they will give great results. Just like braces, the results will be faster in young adults since their bones shift faster compared to adults.
Because it works so rapidly and almost no one will ever know you’re using aligners, Invisalign is a revolutionary invention in the orthodontics field. However, like with braces, the treatment will not end after the therapy is completed. The responsibility to maintain the results will be in your hands. After you finish with your last set of trays, your newly aligned teeth will need to be kept in place by a retainer. You will need to wear this every night.
A lot of people neglect these steps which causes the teeth to slowly shift back to their initial position. Unlike those who have braces, people who have had clear aligners are more used to the feeling of the retainers, making it easier to keep them on. So this means that keeping a retainer on at night won’t feel strange to you. It is very important to follow this routine if you dont want to spend more money to straighten them again.
You should be aware that sometimes the dentist will need to make some minor adjustments to your teeth before giving you your set of trays. These minor adjustments include fining the teeth down slightly so they will be more aligned with your other teeth. Or creating more space between them. However, this won’t take a long time and will not be painful at all.
When compared to braces, the Invisalign treatment will be more expensive. However, this will depend on certain factors. Some people may need more adjustments which will take more time and more trays, making it more expensive. Some other people may need minor changes that will take only several months and will not cost a lot. This will vary from person to person and is usually cheaper if you’ve had braces before. The price will be decided by the dentist after he examines your mouth and sets an approximate time on how long it will take.
