Enjoying a salad is no longer enjoyable when your coworkers always have to point out the remains that are constantly getting stuck in your teeth. Your teeth are crooked and impossible to keep clean, not to mention embarrassing when you talk or smile. You’ve thought about straightening your teeth, but who wants to walk around with bulky metal in their mouth? Wouldn’t that be even more embarrassing? What if there was a way to straighten your teeth without anyone ever noticing? Invisalign in Columbus, OH is offering that very option to patients with misaligned smiles.
What is Invisalign?
As opposed to using traditional wires and brackets to move your teeth, Invisalign uses clear plastic aligners that gently put pressure on your teeth and gradually move them over time. Your aligners will need to be worn 20-22 hours per day, and changed every two weeks. You’ll visit your dentist periodically throughout treatment so your progress will be monitored.
Your dentist will take photos, models and 3D images of your teeth and create a treatment plan that will be used to create your aligners. Most cases take around twelve to twenty-four months to complete. With Invisalign technology, you’ll be able to see exactly what your newly aligned smile will look like before you ever start treatment.
The Benefits of Invisalign
Because your aligners are made of clear plastic and fit snugly, no one will notice that you’re wearing them. It’s easy to talk, smile and participate in your normal activities with Invisalign. You’re also able to remove your aligners for meals, brushing, flossing and the occasional big event. This means you won’t experience the dietary constraints of traditional braces, nor will your home care routine suffer during treatment. The result is a smile you’ll be proud to show off!
The Benefits of Straightened Smile
Besides the enormous boost to your confidence, straight teeth are also very important for your oral health. Did you know that crooked teeth put you at a greater risk for periodontal disease? This is because crooked teeth are hard to keep clean and bacteria and plaque can build up in those hard to reach corners. A misaligned bite can also lead to problems with your jaw joint and a painful disorder known as temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ. Correcting your bite can help alleviate pain and headaches.
At Mick Family Dental Care, Dr. Walter Mick is your cosmetic dentist in Columbus, OH. He is equipped to give you the straight and beautiful smile you’ve always dreamed of. The first step is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Mick so he can evaluate your teeth and bite and determine if you are a candidate for Invisalign. Dr. Mick and his team are happy to answer any questions you may have about Invisalign and also review other options for improving the appearance of your smile. Please contact us today to schedule your first step to the smile of your dreams!