Having crooked teeth are quite embarrassing for most people. These misaligned teeth affect the self-esteem of a person which impedes them to develop their full potential. The best way to correct this is by getting braces. Braces help in correcting crooked or crowded teeth, overbites, and in closing the gap between teeth. However, it is uncomfortable for older people who want to have their teeth straightened. Even the kids sometimes get bullied because of wearing metal braces. You have to choose between uncomfortable braces and embarrassing crooked teeth. However, with Invisalign® Clear Braces, you do not have to choose anymore.
Invisalign® is a modern approach to teeth straightening. It uses a custom-made series of aligners specifically made just for you. Unlike the traditional metal braces, these aligners are made of smooth, comfortable, and invisible plastic that you wear over your teeth. Gradually yet gently, your teeth will shift into place accordingly.
The Benefits of Invisalign Clear Braces VS Metal Braces
With Invisalign, there will be no more embarrassing metal brackets and wires which require regular tightening.
It is smooth and comfortable plastic aligners.
You can have a comfortable teeth straightening without other people knowing if you are too embarrassed with it.
It is removable which makes eating, chewing, brushing, and flossing an easy task.
Since it is removable, you can eat anything you want without worry unlike metal braces.
Being an effective aligner, it requires a shorter treatment time which can range from one year to a year and a half.
Metal braces
A noticeable brackets and wires which are embarrassing to wear especially when you are in 20s, 30s, or older.
Wires can poke and irrigate your mouth.
Brushing and flossing require more effort due to the wires and brackets which trap the food.
There are certain foods, specifically sticky and hard food, which you cannot eat while wearing metal braces.
It has to stay on your teeth through the treatment time.
The treatment time is longer which can take up to five years.
The straightening can be achieved through a progressive adjustment every two weeks or so. There will be a new set of aligners to be made to replace the current one. The desired end result will accomplish through compliance in wearing the aligners, your doctor’s experience and expertise, and the degree of movement your teeth require.
These will all be administered by our trained experience dentist, Dr. Sonia Rocha. She and her team at Tower Dental Arts will give you the perfect smile you longed for. To schedule an appointment, call 239-495-7400, 239-566-9700, or 239-288-7275. We are available near Bonita Springs, Naples, and Fort Myers, Florida.