No orthodontist expects patients to be 100% knowledgeable about Invisalign – that’s what they’re there for after all. However, there is plenty of conflicting information online, and even from former or current Invisalign patients, that can make you confused about the treatment and its benefits. Get the scoop from the expert and never think of your Invisalign questions as stupid. The only silly thing is not asking your questions at all.
For some people, summer is sacrosanct. It’s sun and vacation and relaxation and nothing else – no appointments or obligations. For others, this is the time to get things done or, in the case of braces, to get things started. Whether teen or adult, conventional braces or Invisalign, orthodontics do not have to interfere with whatever you have planned for the warmest months of the year.
There isn’t one timeline that tells you how long it’ll take for you to get used to Invisalign. Knowing what to expect and having some quick tips on hand to ease the journey, however, will improve the experience and help you adjust.
Parents with more than one child who needs orthodontics will likely find themselves discovering that each child’s dental development will vary, just like the rest of their development. Gender sometimes plays a role, or dental genetics could impact the right time for braces. Here are some of the basics to know as you fill your schedule with orthodontic appointments for expanders, braces, Invisalign, or retainers.
Ever see those tiny metal springs stretching across the teeth of someone who’s wearing metal braces? They are an essential component for many types of alignment. Though they may seem silly and like they’re hardly doing anything at all, the presence of coil springs for braces is effective.
Most of the patients interested in aligning their teeth using Invisalign have the same questions for their orthodontist. Here are answers to common queries so you can learn everything you need to know as you research this orthodontic alternative and whether it might be right for you.
When you get an extra day in your year, you have 24 more hours to make a big decision. If you have considered aligning your teeth, closing gaps, fixing your bite, or correcting crowded teeth, Leap Day 2024 is a great time to say yes to braces. On February 29, prioritize the health of your smile and schedule an appointment with an orthodontist, or sign off on the braces you’ve long been considering.
Feeling self-conscious about the appearance of your teeth can easily get in the way of your love life. You must love yourself and feel good about yourself to present your best self to others. When teeth are the complaint, orthodontics are the solution. Let us count the ways braces can improve your chances at finding lasting love.
When people think about orthodontics, they may only think about straight teeth, but your mouth is the gateway to the rest of your body. The alignment and health of your teeth and bite affects overall well-being. Believe it or not, getting braces or Invisalign can improve overall wellness and correct health problems.
Your orthodontist knows that most of their patients are none too thrilled about getting a retainer. You’ve been wearing metal braces or Invisalign for a year or more and just want to be done already. Your feelings are understandable. But teeth alignment is a lifelong commitment and, besides, there are plenty of reasons to love your retainer.
