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Invisalign® vs. Braces

What are the benefits of Invisalign?

The benefits of Invisalign are three-fold:

Comfortable:

Invisalign is one of the most comfortable orthodontic appliances out there. The main reason for this is that they rely on light biomechanical forces applied for a short period of time. Because each aligner moves teeth just 0.2mm at a time, patients often do not feel their teeth moving making treatment a comfortable ordeal.

Invisible:

By nature of the plastic of which they’re made, Invisalign aligners are completely transparent and nearly invisible. This makes them an ideal appliance for patients in search of an esthetic orthodontic appliance.

Removable:

Finally, Invisalign aligners are removable. While treatment progress depends on 20–22-hour daily wear, Invisalign aligners can be taken out at any time during the day, making brushing and flossing a breeze.

Who Can Get Invisalign?

Invisalign is best suited for patients with mild to moderate orthodontic problems. These include:

• Mild crowding, spacing, crossbites, and overbites.
• Patients who need orthodontic treatment to facilitate restorative treatment by their general dentist. This includes patients who need space for a cap (crown) or implant.

If your problems are more severe, Invisalign can still be incorporated into your treatment plan to minimize your overall treatment time and achieve an excellent result.

We do this by combining traditional or lingual braces with Invisalign to play to each system’s strengths.

We call this hybrid treatment. Hybrid treatment often results in faster, more esthetic and more comfortable orthodontic treatment.

How Invisalign Works

Invisalign uses a series of custom-made, clear aligners to gently shift your teeth into place. Each set is worn for about two weeks before switching to the next. Most treatments take 6–18 months, depending on your needs.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of Invisalign?

Much like other means of straightening teeth, Invisalign has its advantages and disadvantages. Here are some that you should be aware of:

Advantages:

Clear: Invisalign and clear aligners are obviously a much more esthetic option compared to traditional braces.

Removable: You can easily remove your Invisalign at home, work or wherever you are. This means that it is generally easier to brush and floss during treatment than with traditional braces.

No unsightly white spots: Because clear aligners and Invisalign are removable, it is much easier to keep the teeth clean and therefore unsightly white spots from poor oral hygiene are less of a problem with clear aligners like Invisalign than they are with traditional braces.

Disadvantages:

Compliance Driven: Because Invisalign can be removed, treatment success hinges on the patient’s ability to wear the aligners at least 22 hours daily. If the aligners are not worn for 20-22 hours daily, Invisalign’s ability to move the teeth will drastically diminish.

Limited to mild to moderate orthodontic problems: Invisalign is not an “end-all be-all” solution to all tooth alignment problems. Severe bite issues or tooth malalignment can be very difficult to treat and, in some cases, may take more time than traditional braces to treat. Luckily, our orthodontic team is uniquely trained to combine clear aligners like Invisalign with other systems like oral appliances.

At Nova Orthodontics, we are certifed Invisalign® orothodontic providers of Invisalign® Kids, Invisalign® Teen and Invisalign® Adult

Nova Orthodontics Provides the Best Solution for Invisalign Near You

This accolade highlights our steadfast commitment to maximizing the benefits of Invisalign, which reflects our high level of knowledge, expertise and experience. It’s what positions us as the premier choice for Invisalign in Mill Creek, Mukilteo, Everett, Edmonds, Lynnwood and Bothell.

Contact Nova Orthodontics today to request your free consultation for Invisalign!