Many patients have heard of the Invisalign™ invisible braces system.
There are a few things you need to know about the Invisalign system;
- If you are considering this option for a teenager, its success very much rests on patient compliance. If you don’t wear your aligners as directed, continuously, all day (other than when eating and drinking) your results will take longer to achieve. Great for adults who understand future consequences, not so great for teenagers whose brain keeps them stuck in instant gratification mode! You may find yourself doing a large amount of nagging.
- They are more expensive than regular braces due to the high component of custom molding off site.
- You can’t eat and drink with them in place.
- They are not suitable to treat all conditions unfortunately. It will depend on the nature of your orthodontic needs as to whether you are a suitable candidate for the Invisalign™ system.
But – many adults prefer them as they really are difficult to detect and provided you are diligent in wearing them give great results.
Just be sure you make an informed decision, trust that your orthodontist has your best interests at heart.
This short animation shows how the Invisalign process works. Regardless of what type of braces or aligners you use, remember that MOG has an obligation free no cost initial consultation where we will look at your teeth and jaw alignment and discuss your orthodontic needs and wishes with you to develop the best possible treatment plan.
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