Invisalign – Randolph, MA
The Clearest Way to Straighten Your Smile
Do your crooked teeth make you shy away whenever someone pulls out their phone or camera for a picture? If so, you’ve probably considered undergoing orthodontic treatment. However, the idea of wearing uncomfortable metal braces for years on end makes you cringe. Fortunately, there is an easier way to achieve a straight smile with Invisalign. This treatment allows both adults and teens to achieve perfectly aligned smiles without onlookers even noticing. Keep reading below to learn more about Invisalign in Randolph.
Why Choose Simply Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics for Invisalign?
- Suitable for Teens and Adults Alike
- Straightens Teeth More Quickly and Discreetly Than Braces
- Accepts MassHealth and All Other Dental Insurance
How Invisalign Works
Instead of visible metal brackets and wires, Invisalign uses a series of clear plastic aligners to gradually shift your teeth into their ideal position. To create your aligners, one of our orthodontist takes photographs, x-rays, and impressions of your teeth. This information is then sent to an Invisalign lab, where your trays will be crafted from comfortable yet durable plastic.
As soon as you receive the aligners, you can begin your treatment. Simply wear each set of aligners for a week or two, depending on our recommendations, and then move on to the next set in the series. In order to complete your treatment in a timely manner, you’ll be expected to wear the aligners for 20-22 hours a day. Essentially, you should only take them out to eat, drink, brush, floss, and participate in any special events like a job interview. After about 12-18 months on average, the treatment will be complete, and you’ll be ready to showcase your new and improved smile to the world!
Is Invisalign Right for Me?
Many older teens and adults are good candidates for Invisalign. This treatment can be used to correct several common orthodontic issues, such as:
- Overbite
- Underbite
- Crossbite
- Gapped teeth
- Crowded teeth
Not only are these problems widely considered unattractive, but they can also jeopardize your oral health. Gapped teeth, for example, can get food debris stuck in them, attracting bacteria that contribute to gum disease and tooth decay. Bite alignment issues can result in teeth grinding and TMJ disorder, which may crack or wear down your pearly whites. Not only does Invisalign correct the aesthetic problems in your smile, but it makes your teeth much healthier too!
Benefits of Invisalign
When compared to traditional metal braces, Invisalign treatment comes with a whole host of advantages, some of which include:
- In many cases, Invisalign can deliver the same results as traditional braces in a fraction of the time. Invisalign treatment often lasts only a year, while braces can take two or even three years. You’ll get to enjoy the benefits of having a straight smile much sooner!
- The metal of traditional braces is notorious for irritating your cheeks, gums, lips, and tongue. In contrast, Invisalign’s clear trays are made with your comfort in mind. They shouldn’t cause any soft tissue irritation.
- Even if you get tooth-colored braces, they’re still quite noticeable when you talk, laugh, or smile. Invisalign, though, is completely translucent. Unless someone is standing just inches from your face, no one should be able to tell you’re even wearing the aligners.
Are you ready to choose the clearest way to straighten your smile? Contact Simply Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics today to schedule a consultation!
Invisalign FAQs
If you’re looking for the clearest way to straighten your smile, look no further than Invisalign! This unique orthodontic treatment works very differently than traditional metal braces, so it’s natural to have a few questions about it. For your convenience, we’ve gathered some of the most common questions we get about Invisalign below so you can learn more about it!
Does Wearing Invisalign Aligners Hurt?
Traditional braces are a reliable orthodontic treatment, but their metal wires and brackets are notorious for causing sores and irritation in the mouth. Thankfully, Invisalign offers a much more comfortable straightening experience! The smooth, custom-made aligners are made of a simple piece of biocompatible plastic. This way, they should comfortably glide past your cheeks, lips, and tongue.
However, it’s normal to experience some discomfort in your teeth when you first begin to wear a new set of aligners. Any soreness you experience should be mild and naturally fade on its own within a day or two. To help manage your symptoms, you can take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed or apply ice packs for 10 minutes on, 10 minutes off.
What Foods Do I Need to Avoid During My Invisalign Treatment?
Unlike traditional metal braces, Invisalign doesn’t require you to give up your favorite foods and drinks during your treatment. Simply take your aligners out before enjoying your snack, beverage or meal, then give your teeth a quick brush before putting your aligners back into place. Remember, eating or drinking anything besides water with your aligners in can discolor, weaken, warp or break them, so always take the time to remove them before enjoying!
How Are Invisalign Aligners Cared for?
Invisalign aligners make it easy to keep up your normal daily dental routine and keep your mouth healthy. Thankfully, caring for aligners is just as easy with a few simple habits:
- Don’t use your normal toothpaste to clean your aligners, as it may scratch them. Instead, wash your aligners off with water, brush them with a soft-bristled toothbrush and clean them with an approved cleaning solution.
- Rinse off your aligners every time you take them out to prevent saliva, plaque and bacteria from drying out and hardening on them.
- Protect your aligners from discoloration by brushing your teeth before putting your aligners back in after eating.
Are Invisalign Results Permanent?
The straighter smile you achieve with Invisalign has the potential to last a lifetime! That is, however, as long as you take the right steps to protect your investment. Like any orthodontic treatment, you’ll need to wear a retainer for a little while afterwards. This will help hold your teeth in the proper positions as your jaw continues to heal and strengthen around them. If you don’t wear your retainer often enough or for enough time, your teeth may slowly shift out of place over the years. Make sure you’re following your orthodontist’s directions to ensure you can enjoy the results of your Invisalign treatment for life!