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Have you always wanted to straighten your smile, but avoided it because you didn't want noticeable, traditional braces? You are now in luck. Invisalign is invisible, removable, and comfortable. The set of aligners will give you the beautiful, straight teeth you have always wanted. The best part is that, no one will be able to tell that you are even undergoing treatment! Invisalign is great for both adults and teenagers wanting to straighten their smile. Invisalign is a removable orthodontic appliance that is offered as an alternative to more traditional orthodontic solutions. If you are a candidate for Invisalign, you can maintain your smile esthetics while straightening your teeth. What is Invisalign and how does it work? Introduced in 1999 by Align Technologies, Invisalign is a removable orthodontic appliance that incorporates a series of clear, plastic aligners that fit comfortably over your teeth. The aligners are designed to move your teeth gradually into the desired orthodontic position. Invisalign is a leading brand of orthodontic appliances. The removable aligners are designed to be more esthetically pleasing than conventional braces for treating certain types of minor orthodontic problems including: • Overly crowded teeth.
• Widely spaced teeth.
• Overbite/overjet.
• Crossbite.
• Mild relapse.
• Simple bite irregularities. Invisalign requires only one set of impressions and photographs of your teeth, which are taken during your initial consultation. The impressions are used to create a three-dimensional computer projection of how your teeth could be moved in increments, forming the basis for developing a series of custom-made aligners, which are designed to accomplish these movements. The aligners are manufactured at the Align Technologies dental laboratory using computer-aided design processes. Once fabricated, the aligners are sent to your dentist who will typically dispense them in groups of one or two at a time during regular check-up appointments so that treatment is properly managed. It is important that each aligner is worn in its specific order for approximately two weeks, during which your teeth move in small increments. Although removable, the aligners must be worn at least 20 hours a day in order to successfully reposition your teeth. Invisalign Teen If your teen needs braces, he or she now has a reason to smile. Not only does Invisalign work for adults, but it is a successful alternative to conventional braces for teens. Invisalign Teen consists of a series of custom-made, clear plastic aligners. Designed to help teenagers maintain their self-esteem and confidence, Invisalign Teen can accommodate their active lifestyles while addressing their orthodontic needs. Developed in collaboration with leading orthodontists who understand treatment demands of teenagers, Invisalign Teen combines the benefits of the Invisalign system with new features, such as a Blue Dot Wear Indicator that fades when the aligner is worn for the specified amount of time and is ready to be replaced with a new set of aligners. In addition, Invisalign Teen aligners contain eruption tabs to accommodate the growth of second molars, along with other features that address clinical needs common to teenagers. Not everyone is a candidate for Invisalign or Invisalign Teen, but with proper consultation your dentist in Charlotte can determine the best solution for straightening your smile. Your dentist will examine your teeth and advise you on the best treatment option. Talk to your dentist today to see if Invisalign can straighten your smile.
Sean Hartmen writes for leading dentist in Charlotte, Dr. Richard Bateman who has been serving the South Charlotte area for 25 years. Established in 1984, Bateman Family Dental is a comprehensive, conservative dentistry treating the entire family. Bateman Family Dental offers Charlotte veneers, dental implants, and sedation dentistry, among others.
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