15 Facts about Invisalign

At this point I am sure that you have already heard about Invisalign or you might even know someone who had this treatment, or you even visited one of our Invisalign open days. Whatever the answer is, I thought it would be a good idea to share 15 facts about Invisalign with you. In case you are still thinking, but you know you want to have them done at some point.

 

15 Facts about Invisalign

Fact #1

They might cause a bit of discomfort when changing your aligners to a new set. But they are not more or less comfortable than other braces.

Fact #2

There might be some complex orthodontic cases that Invisalign can not correct or treat.

Fact #3

Invisalign aligners are removable.

Fact #4

Invisalign controls force and the time of your teeth movement.

Fact #5

You have to remove your Invisalign aligners every time when you eat or drink. You can only drink water whilst wearing them.

Fact #6

Invisalign aligners are custom made and designed to move only your teeth.

Fact #7

You have to wear your Invisalign aligners for 20 to 22 hours in a day.

Fact #8

An orthodontist or dentist trained in Invisalign treatment is likely to have successful outcomes with this method.

Fact #9

You should go for an Invisalign treatment with the dentist that you feel comfortable with. Ask for a free consultation with one of our Invisalign Dentists.

Fact #10

Over 1,000,000 patients worldwide have been treated with Invisalign, and the number is increasing on a daily basis.

Fact #11

Invisalign aligners are changed about every 1 week. Complex movements might require more weeks of wear.

Fact #12

During the treatment you might need composite buttons on your front teeth. These are matched as closely as possible with your tooth shade, to make them look more discreet.  

Fact #13

You might need future treatment once you straighten your teeth, such as composite build-ups.

Fact #14

You have to see your dentist every 4-6 weeks for a review.

Fact #15

You will have to wear retainers after Invisalign treatment in order to keep the teeth from shifting back to their pre-treatment positions.

Do you have a question about Invisalign braces in Bromley? Please feel free to give us a call 020 8462 2474 or drop us an email or comment here, whatever suits you. We are here to talk and to give you options to invest in yourself.

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Best wishes.

Jasmina Haskovic

CQC Registered Practice manager at smiledentalpracticebromley.co.uk