The Benefits of Invisalign: Straightening Teeth Discreetly

Even with a healthy smile, alignment issues can be problematic. You may not smile openly, work harder to clean between crowded teeth, or deal with an uncomfortable or misaligned bite. For many years, metal braces were the only option for smile alignment correction. However, clear aligners like Invisalign laid the foundation for a new path to teeth straightening.  

When you visit a Bethesda Invisalign provider to start your smile alignment journey, you can expect to reap many benefits along the way. Take a look at the benefits of Invisalign treatment to better understand what can be expected below.  

Discreet Teeth Straightening

The most enticing benefit of Invisalign invisible braces is that treatment can be carried out without a noticeable disruption of your usual smile. Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible and made from clear, medical-grade plastic. This means you can straighten your teeth without the noticeable metal brackets and wires of traditional braces, so you get the confidence to smile even during treatment.

People around you will likely never notice anything other than your smile is gradually looking better. While this feature is often something teens and adolescents appreciate, it can also be beneficial for adults who are hesitant to get orthodontic treatment due to the usual change in their outward appearance.  

Simplified Oral Hygiene

Unlike braces, Invisalign aligners are removable, which simplifies your oral hygiene routines and smile care at home. You can brush and floss your teeth as you normally would with no changes to your routine because you can do so without the need to navigate around brackets and wires.

When it's time to brush, simply remove your aligners and brush, floss, and rinse as you always do. Likewise, your teeth cleaning appointments can be carried out as they always have. This ease of maintenance helps keep your teeth clean and healthy throughout your treatment.

No Food Limitations

With Invisalign, you will be advised by the orthodontist to remove your aligners when you have a meal. Therefore, you can enjoy all your favorite foods without worrying about a broken bracket or wire or something getting trapped.

This is a significant advantage over traditional braces, where certain foods are off-limits to prevent damage to the braces or even the teeth. With metal braces, you may have to avoid anything from chewy to crunchy foods.  

Fewer Dental Office Visits

Invisalign treatment typically requires fewer office visits compared to traditional braces. After your initial scans and fittings, you'll have periodic check-ins to ensure your treatment is progressing as planned and to pick up any new clear aligners you need, but the frequency of these visits is generally less than with braces.

Schedule a Consultation with a Bethesda Invisalign Provider

A smile you feel confident about can be life-changing and make all the difference. At the office of Dr. Jay H. Samuels, we stay on the cutting edge in orthodontic treatment by offering the most innovative smile alignment options, including Invisalign. We work with each patient closely, taking the time to create a treatment path most suitable for the patient and the patient's needs. If you would like to discuss your orthodontic treatment options, contact our office to schedule a consultation.

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