Invisalign is fast becoming one of the most sought-after and accessible options for patients who want to align their teeth and perfect their smile, while presenting an unchanged appearance. Not only does Invisalign follow the progress of your teeth’s shift from misalignment to a straight smile, but it does so by using aligners which are invisible, largely very comfortable, and easy to live with.
One of the biggest benefits of Invisalign for its users is the versatility of the aligning trays. These are made bespoke for each patient using scans of their teeth and can be removed with ease throughout the day.
Which brings us on to one of the questions that patients ask: when should Invisalign braces from a Chelmsford dentist be removed, and should you remove them when eating?
What’s the Criteria for – and Advice Given to – Invisalign Patients?
Invisalign uses a series of transparent aligners, which are fitted over the teeth and gradually push them into a straighter and more aligned smile. The aligners can, and should be, removed a number of times throughout the day, including when eating and to ensure optimum brushing and oral hygiene. This is to avoid food getting trapped between the aligners and your teeth, and to protect the aligners.
Having said that, it is important that aligners are worn for a significant period of the day, at least 22 hours of every 24-hour period, in order to optimise the results and ensure that your treatment timeline remains on track.
In terms of criteria, patients who want to undergo Invisalign treatment need to have a good approach to oral hygiene and need to be able to attend regular check-ups with their dentist to prescribe the next aligner and ensure the treatment is working as planned.
Benefits of Invisalign and Why it’s Popular
With all that in mind, what makes Invisalign such a popular treatment option?
For one thing, Invisalign is (as the name suggests) almost invisible when worn. The aligners that Invisalign uses are clear and sit tightly against the teeth. In comparison to traditional fixed braces with metal boxes and the metal wire running across the centre, this makes Invisalign a much more enticing option for those concerned about their appearance.
The versatility of the aligners and the fact that they can be removed for tasks like eating and brushing / dental hygiene means that Invisalign slots into a busy routine with ease.
All of that, while offering the undeniable benefits of a straight smile, packaged with whitening services and other smile-enhancing treatments to give you a set of teeth you can feel proud of.
Is Invisalign Right for You?
Invisalign is a great option for adults who want to align their smile or deal with minor malocclusion issues, both for aesthetic and lifestyle purposes. It’s not only versatile but incredibly convenient, with our Essex-based dentists able to talk you through the process of fitting Invisalign and what it involves.
For more information about Invisalign braces Chelmsford patients love, get in touch today.
