With traditional metal braces, you can eventually enjoy a straighter smile, but in the meantime, you’ll have to deal with the limitations that come with wearing metal brackets and wires on your teeth 24/7. But if you’re eligible for Invisalign treatment, you can make the orthodontic corrections that your mouth needs while also enjoying much more liberty. Here are 4 examples of freedoms you’ll be able to enjoy if you choose Invisalign.
1. Freedom to Eat Whatever You Want
With traditional orthodontics, you’ll be told to avoid popcorn, chewing gum, taffy, hard candies, pizza crusts, and various other foods that could potentially damage braces. You won’t have to worry about these kinds of restrictions with Invisalign. Since you can simply remove your aligners when it’s time to eat, you’ll be able to enjoy all of your favorite foods. (Keep in mind, though, that you shouldn’t consume anything besides water while your aligners are still in your mouth.)
2. Freedom from Uncomfortable Brackets and Wires
One of the drawbacks of braces is that the brackets and wires can potentially irritate or scratch the soft tissues in your mouth. Meanwhile, Invisalign aligners are much more comfortable because they’re made out of a smooth plastic that won’t have any ill effects on your gums or the inside of your cheeks. Of course, you’ll likely still notice some discomfort at the beginning of your treatment as a result of the aligners applying pressure on your teeth, but this will often fade after a couple of days.
3. Freedom to Socialize Without Reservation
While metal braces technically don’t stop you from socializing, they can make you feel self-conscious about your appearance. Since Invisalign is a much more discreet orthodontic solution, it can help you feel more confident when interacting with others. Most of the people you meet won’t even realize that you’re wearing clear aligners unless you let them know.
4. Freedom to Smile with Confidence
It can be hard to show off your smile when there are highly visible brackets and wires on your teeth. This won’t be a problem with Invisalign since clear aligners are far less noticeable when worn. Furthermore, as the treatment progresses, you’ll have the chance to see your teeth moving closer to their proper alignment. As you watch your grin improve over time, you’re likely to feel more and more confident about putting it on display for the world to see.
Are you ready to say goodbye to improperly aligned teeth? Invisalign could be the perfect way to help you achieve the straighter grin you deserve. Reach out to your dentist today to learn more about the benefits of Invisalign and find out whether it’s right for you.
About the Author
Dr. Hamid Ranjbaran (or Dr. R for short) earned his dental degree at the Baylor College of Dentistry, and afterward, he completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at the University of New Mexico. His Rio Rancho practice, Southwest Dental, offers Invisalign for patients who would like to make orthodontic corrections to their smiles without braces. To schedule a consultation with Dr. R, visit his website or call (505) 896-9399.