Does Invisalign® Really Work - Baton Rouge, LA
Does Invisalign® Really Work
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Is Invisalign Actually Effective?
Absolutely! Invisalign has demonstrated its effectiveness as a tooth-straightening method for numerous patients. Invisalign utilizes a sequence of personalized transparent aligners that progressively move teeth to their ideal positions. Clinical research and countless patient success stories validate its effectiveness. Nevertheless, Invisalign treatment success depends heavily on variables including the extent of the dental concern, patient dedication to wearing aligners for the prescribed timeframe, and adherence to professional guidance. For minor to moderate alignment issues, Invisalign frequently delivers outstanding outcomes while avoiding the appearance and lifestyle limitations of conventional orthodontics. As a Premier Invisalign provider, Pearl Dental Group in Baton Rouge, LA can assess through a complimentary smile evaluation whether Invisalign suits your needs.
Frequently Asked Invisalign Questions
Do Invisalign® Aligners Need Special Maintenance?
Although they’re removable, you must ensure they remain in position as much as possible to maintain your treatment timeline. They must be removed during meals to prevent damage or distortion. You should also take them out when consuming hot beverages since heat can cause warping. Nevertheless, immediately after finishing meals and cleaning your teeth, the aligners must be reinserted.
At our Baton Rouge, LA dental practice, we suggest storing your aligners in a protective container we supply to prevent accidental disposal. Many patients have placed aligners in napkins only to discover them missing after meals. Prompt replacement is crucial, so keep the case nearby rather than removing aligners at home and waiting to return before replacing them. This approach helps you maintain the 22-hour daily requirement and keeps your alignment treatment on schedule. Following this protocol will transform your teeth from misaligned to straight quickly.
Does Invisalign® really work for adults?
Yes, Invisalign® was created for adult teeth. While braces are traditionally associated with children, the process of using clear aligners is better suited for adult teeth. This is because Invisalign® works using a series of clear aligners. Before the treatment starts, an impression will be taken of your teeth, along with measurements and pictures. These will then be used to create 3D images and project what your teeth will do when pressure is applied to certain teeth. The entire treatment plan will be created using high-tech computer software and input from our team of professionals. The Invisalign® lab will then make the aligners. Each aligner is designed to move specific teeth and to be worn for two weeks at a time before being switched out for the next one in the series. Since the aligners are created at the beginning of the process, it works best on adult teeth that are fully mature. Some older teens can also benefit from straightening their teeth with Invisalign®.
Is Invisalign® Actually Effective for Adults?
Absolutely, Invisalign® was developed specifically for mature teeth. Although orthodontics are typically linked with children, transparent aligner treatment is more appropriate for adult teeth. This is because Invisalign® operates through a sequence of transparent aligners. Prior to beginning treatment, dental impressions will be obtained along with measurements and photographs. These materials create 3D models and predict tooth movement when force is applied to specific areas. The complete treatment strategy is developed using advanced computer technology and professional team input. The Invisalign® laboratory then produces the aligners. Each aligner targets specific teeth and is worn for two-week periods before switching to the subsequent one in the sequence. Since aligners are manufactured at treatment initiation, the system works optimally on fully developed adult teeth. Some mature teenagers can also benefit from Invisalign® tooth straightening.
Does Invisalign® really work as well as traditional braces?
For the most part, yes. There are some cases where aligners are not able to address all of the issues with the teeth. In such a situation, we will let you know if Invisalign® can work to straighten teeth, but something else is needed to complete the process, or if you should try a different procedure altogether. In some situations, oral surgery may be necessary mid-way through. A perfect example is if your jaw is too far out of alignment to be corrected with either braces or aligners. In this case, patients start straightening their teeth and then have their jaw treated before finishing the procedure. These details are entirely dependent upon the position of your teeth and jaw, so we will let you know what to expect after your examination.
Can Invisalign® Actually Address Bite Misalignment?
At Pearl Dental Group in Baton Rouge, LA, we utilize Invisalign® for tooth straightening and bite correction. It’s incorrect to believe that traditional orthodontics are the only solution for overbites or underbites. While they’re conventionally most effective, aligners can also correct bite issues. To determine if this treatment will work for your situation, we suggest visiting our Baton Rouge, LA dental practice. Contact us to arrange a consultation where we can examine you, take radiographs, and establish whether Invisalign® is appropriate for you. If your bite requires more correction than aligners can provide, traditional orthodontics may be necessary or potentially oral surgery.
Are There Activities Prohibited While Wearing Aligners?
You should manage all regular activities while wearing aligners, excluding eating and tooth brushing. Aligners must be removed during meals, requiring snacking planning to minimize frequent removal. The same applies when drinking hot beverages like coffee or tea, since heat can distort aligners. During contact sports, you may also want to remove them. However, we’ll provide specific guidance after discussing your sports participation or other activities.
Definition of Invisalign® Terminology
With Invisalign® treatment, the patient will receive a series of aligner trays and swap out each one for the next one in the series every two weeks in order to gradually straighten the teeth.
ClinCheck® software allows professionals to map out the straightening process the patient’s teeth will go through with Invisalign® in great detail.
Incisal ridges are the portion of the crown of the tooth that makes up the incisal portion and can be a direct cause of overbite if they are extended too far.
Malocclusion is the condition in which the upper and lower teeth do not meet properly when the bite is closed. Conditions of malocclusion can include overbite, underbite, crossbite and open bite; all of which are treatable with Invisalign®.
Smart Track® Material
Smart Track® material is in Invisalign® aligners to increase comfort, improve control of movement, increases the speed of treatment and applies a gentle force to the teeth over time.
Vivera® retainers are a type of retainer that consists of clear plastic material and helps to maintain orthodontic corrections after a treatment.
The blue compliance indicator is a small blue dot on the aligners that will fade from blue to clear in order to indicate if the patient is wearing the aligner for the proper amount of time and where the patient is in the Invisalign® process.
The gum line is the line in the mouth where the teeth and gums meet. If a patient struggles with gum recession, then the gum tissue around the teeth may begin to wear away.
An iTero Element® scanner allows professionals to create a 3D image of the patient’s teeth in minutes and predict what it will take to move the teeth into proper alignment.
An overbite is a type of malocclusion that occurs when the upper teeth jut out over the lower teeth, covering them and causing other issues.
SmartForce attachments are small attachments that professionals place on the patient’s teeth before placing aligners to help move the teeth.
Smile-Scan analyzes the way a patient smiles by measuring the position of the mouth and eyes before giving a score.
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