Invisalign® has become a popular alternative to braces for many people looking to enjoy the benefits of orthodontic treatment. Like traditional braces, Invisalign aligners can correct an array of bite problems, transforming your smile and confidence.
But that’s just one reason Invisalign is so beloved by patients. In this post, Adam Nusblatt, DMD, Inna Arbit, DMD, and our team at Nusblatt Dental in the East Village of Manhattan in New York City review some of the most important reasons Invisalign is associated with such high levels of patient satisfaction.
One of the biggest reasons Invisalign is so popular is its clear design. Invisalign aligners are made from a special material designed to be durable and crystal clear.
When you’re wearing the aligners, they’re virtually invisible, making you feel more confident about your smile and overall appearance.
The special material used for Invisalign aligners isn’t just clear, but it’s also more comfortable than metal braces. Aligners are designed to hug the contours of your teeth without hard edges, and because your aligner trays are custom-made, they fit well.
Traditional braces feature metal brackets and wires that can poke your lips and gums, causing irritation. Regular adjustments can also cause discomfort.
Traditional braces typically take up to three years to straighten your teeth. While the results are worth it, that’s a long time to wear metal brackets and wires. Invisalign is designed to work faster — for most patients, that means 6-18 months in treatment.
With traditional braces, you need to avoid foods that can stick in your brackets or bend or break your wires. That includes foods that are hard, chewy, sticky, or require biting into, like corn on the cob or raw carrots or apples.
Bent or broken braces delay your treatment and can even cause additional discomfort. Invisalign aligners can be removed during meals and snacks, so you can eat whatever you like without fear of interfering with your treatment.
It can take quite a bit of practice to brush and floss around traditional braces, and you may need special tools to do the job. With Invisalign, you simply remove your aligners to brush and floss your teeth, and then gently brush and rinse your aligners so they stay clean and fresh too.
Faster treatment time means fewer office visits, and, in most cases, you’ll have fewer visits during treatment. This means less time spent in a dental chair and more time doing what you want to do, an especially important consideration for today’s busy schedules.
Invisalign is just one way our team can help you feel more confident about your beautiful smile. To find out more about clear aligners and the other state-of-the-art treatments we offer, request an appointment online or over the phone with our team at Nusblatt Dental today.
