When your dentist mentioned “orthodontics”, alarm bells might have gone off in your head, shouting, “The brackets are coming, the brackets are coming!”
Traditional braces strike dread into the hearts of many. Their metal wires and brackets can seem like a prison sentence for your teeth. Fortunately, they’re not your only option for correcting misalignment. Invisalign can achieve fantastic results with fewer restrictions – metaphorically and literally! Keep reading to learn how Invisalign clear aligners can free your smile.
Let Your Smile Do the Talking
The most notable aspect of traditional braces is, of course, all the metal. Wires and brackets are bulky and hide your teeth, which defeats the point of cosmetically enhancing your smile. Invisalign aligners, on the other hand, are transparent. As your treatment progresses and your alignment improves, you’ll be able to see the difference and appreciate it in photos.
Spend Less Time Confined to The Bathroom
Another problem with having metal chained to your teeth is that food particles get stuck more frequently and more tightly. Which means instead of moving on with your life right after a meal, you’re often caught up in the bathroom, trying to remove gross leftovers from your orthodontics.
Invisalign takes this notorious complaint into account. You see, the aligners are designed to be removable. Pop out your trays for eating and regular cleanings, and simply brush and floss like you normally would. It’s that easy!
No Need to Throw Crunchy Snacks in The Harbor
When patients say that traditional braces are “restrictive”, typically what they’re referring to is the list of foods you’re not supposed to eat during treatment. Hard, crunchy snacks like popcorn can break brackets, while chewy taffies and caramels are near impossible to get off wires – and so on and so forth.
Invisalign’s removable design has another advantage here: after removing your trays, you can eat anything you want. Just remember to rinse your aligners and brush your teeth afterwards to keep up with their clear appearance.
Free Your Mind
Overall, what Invisalign can offer you is peace of mind and a straighter, healthier smile. You could achieve your dream teeth without going through the mental calculations of whether it’s worth it to risk enjoying a piece of taffy or a handful of nuts. Patients agree: Invisalign is the most liberating way to correct dental misalignment!
About the Practice
At Indy Dental Group, we’re proud to be named one of Indianapolis’ Top Dentists and an Invisalign Platinum Provider. Being an Invisalign Provider means our dentists have received special training for treating misalignment with Invisalign aligners. To date, we’ve helped over 140 patients achieve their dream smile! If you’d like to free your pearly whites and enjoy the confidence of having perfectly straight teeth, contact one of our convenient office locations or request an appointment online.