Invisalign
Barrie, Ontario - Canada
No one wants to have crooked teeth. Besides making you feel awkward around other people, misaligned teeth make it difficult to fully clean between your teeth, which can lead to tooth decay. The trouble is that traditional metal braces can be equally as uncomfortable, both physically and socially.
Today adults and teenagers can opt for a more appealing method of teeth straightening: Invisalign®. Cosmetic dentist Dr. Adam Chapnick is fully trained in the Invisalign method and has extensive experience helping patients achieve straighter smiles through these "invisible" braces. He is happy to answer all of your questions about Invisalign and determine if this option is right for you.
How Invisible Braces Work
Invisalign treatment incorporates a distinctly mapped out sequence of clear plastic trays that are custom made to shift your teeth gradually. Dr. Chapnick uses computer imaging tools to create a 3-D model of what your teeth look like before Invisalign and how the aligner trays will move your teeth during the process. You will even be able to see a graphic representation of the end result of your Invisalign treatment.
The total number of aligner trays that will be made for your teeth will depend on how your teeth need to shift in order to straighten the way you want them to. Most patients require 20-30 total aligner trays, which are worn for two-week intervals. For the quickest and best results, you should wear the Invisalign aligners all day and night, taking them out only to eat, brush and floss.
Each custom-made aligner tray will provide the appropriate amount of force on specific teeth in just the right timeframe. This controlled process allows you to complete your Invisalign treatment in approximately one year, for most patients.
Benefits of Invisalign vs. Metal Braces
Invisalign tends to win out over metal braces because the process is:
- More comfortable
- Removable
- Nearly invisible
- Faster
- Highly effective
- Easier to brush and floss your teeth
Practical Reasons for Invisible Braces
Traditional metal braces are very effective for most patients. The problem is that they can be very obtrusive in your smile. Invisalign allows you the convenience of removing your aligner trays for specific situations where metal braces may get in the way of your personal or professional situations, such as:
- Weddings
- Job interviews
- School dances
- Reunions
If you are unhappy with your smile and want to learn more about Invisalign invisible braces, please contact Molson Park Dental Office in Barrie, to arrange a consultation with Invisalign dentist Dr. Adam Chapnick.
