Adults who want to straighten their teeth are naturally drawn to invisible braces. The discretion and speed of this treatment can seem too good to be true, but it’s very much a reality. Anyone eager to improve their smile without anyone knowing about it can consult with the dental team at Impressions Dental in Chandler, AZ, to find out what type of invisible braces will work for their teeth.
Types of Invisible Braces
Ceramic or clear brackets and archwires are a common type of traditional orthodontic treatment for people who want straight teeth, but most eligible patients opt for invisible braces in the form of clear trays whenever possible. Here are three available types:
- Invisalign: Invisalign is the most common and most popular form of invisible braces and the option most patients want to try. There are different levels of Invisalign that address everything from extreme misalignment problems to minor gaps and crowding. Average treatment time is one year but could be longer or shorter depending on the complexity of a patient’s misalignment.
- ImpressAlign: Designed in our Chandler cosmetic dentistry office, ImpressAlign clear aligners are available in three levels of treatment, depending on the type of malocclusion a person has. Similar to Invisalign, ImpressAlign includes a certain number of trays to correct misalignment gently but consistently over time.
- ClearCorrect: ClearCorrect braces use a series of clear aligners to move teeth into place. One of the biggest differences between this method and other discreet treatments is that the trays are worn for about four to six weeks each instead of two weeks at a time.
Benefits of Invisible Braces
Busy adults who want to improve their appearance and oral health are drawn to invisible braces for their obvious benefits – and are glad they made the choice they did when the discover all the other perks throughout treatment.
- Comfortable: The trays used for invisible braces are made of a smooth, thin thermoplastic. The lips slide over the trays and there aren’t any brackets or wires present to snag on the lips and cheeks.
- Quick treatment: Traditional braces typically take a minimum of 18 months to achieve a straight smile, often longer for the more complex cases. Clear braces, though, can take half that time. Anyone with minor misalignment or a relapse from previous orthodontic treatment may only need several months of wearing trays.
- Easy cleaning: It’s important to brush and floss your teeth more often than usual while undergoing invisible braces treatment. Just follow your normal oral hygiene routine and clean your trays as instructed by your Chandler dentist. No special tools are needed to keep the aligners clean, clear, and odor-free.
- Plenty of freedom: You can remove the trays whenever you want, for cleaning, meals, or just a few minutes reprieve, as long as you wear the aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day. There are no food restrictions with clear aligners. Just remove the trays for meals and snacks and beverages that aren’t water. This small effort will keep the aligners free from stains.
Do You Qualify for Invisible Braces
Invisible braces are a powerful alignment technique. At Impressions Dental in Chandler, AZ, our dental team has mastered the art of creating new smiles with various forms of clear trays. Interested patients undergo a thorough exam to determine if they qualify for invisible braces and, from there, design begins, trays are created, and treatment gets underway. The process is swift, efficient, discreet, and transforms smiles right from the start.
Find out if you’re a good candidate for any type of invisible braces and say goodbye to pain, misalignment, teeth grinding, and poor oral health. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Brigham Baker.
