INVISALIGN

 

Invisalign is fully removable aligner system. Instead of braces, we can supply custom made clear BPA-free plastic aligners that fit closely over your teeth, gently yet firmly moving them into the correct positions and gradually creating a straighter smile. The aligners are virtually invisible in the mouth. Each set of aligners is worn for approximately two weeks, before you discard them for new aligners. This continues to gently move your teeth until treatment is completed. Treatment typically takes a year to complete, but this timeframe can vary considerably according to the complexity of the problem to be corrected. A consultation with our experienced dentist at Dr Anjana’s dental care will provide you with a more accurate treatment time.

ADVANTAGE OF INVISALIGN

This system is very user-friendly, as the aligners are virtually invisible and are removed for eating and whenever you want to brush and floss. With invisalign, you won’t need to spend much time cleaning around fiddly brackets and wires, or to change your diet. Instead, you can continue with everyday life while your teeth are straightened. We will need to see you at regular intervals, just to check treatment is progressing as planned and to provide more aligners. These appointments should not take too long as there are none of the adjustments required for conventional fixed braces.

Who Can Have Invisalign?

Invisalign is best suited for adults, but it might be suitable for some older teens with good compliance as the aligners need to be worn for approximately 22 hours each day. Invisalign can correct a large number of orthodontic problems that include overcrowding and teeth that are out of alignment, as well as bite problems. These include open bites, cross bites, overbites and underbites. Invisalign can also close up or minimise spaces in between teeth.

The Invisalign System uses a series of custom-made removable aligners created for you and only you. These aligners are made of a virtually invisible plastic that you wear over your teeth to gradually move them to the ideal position. Most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them, allowing you to keep your lifestyle during treatment. The Invisalign System is available through our expert doctors who determine the treatment plan.

Like other teeth straightening approaches, Invisalign aligners are also an effective way to straighten teeth. There are also several other specific advantages to Invisalign treatment:

       ▪ Virtually invisible: Invisalign aligners are a clear alternative to braces, giving you a virtually invisible treatment option that lets you keep your confidence, beautiful smile, and lifestyle even when you are in treatment.

       ▪ More comfortable: Invisalign aligners are comfortable, with no metal brackets to irritate your gums or the inside of your mouth.

       ▪ Maintain oral hygiene:Invisalign aligners are removable so it’s easier to clean your teeth and maintain your oral health during treatment.

       ▪ Potentially fewer doctor visits: Invisalign treatment typically requires fewer doctor visits than some types of braces.

       ▪ Visualise the progressive movement: Invisalign Treatment allows you to visualise each stage of the treatment process, from the beginning to the end. Also, some patients may require additional steps like refinement, to complete the treatment.

       The Invisalign System uses an innovative approach to effectively straighten your teeth. The treatment uses unique SMARTForce Technology to create a series of custom-made removable aligners for you and only you. All you have to do is to wear these aligners, made of a virtually invisible plastic, over your teeth to gradually move them to the ideal position.

Best of all, most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them so you can keep doing what you love. If you’re ready to take the next step, just contact us to determine whether the treatment plan is suitable for you.

LINGUAL BRACES

 

Lingual braces is among many options available to people who want to get their teeth straighten.Lingual braces are placed behind the teeth (by the tongue and palate), rather than in front, and therefore offer a great cosmetic alternative for those who want their teeth straightened, without the braces showing. Like traditional braces, this product works by applying gentle yet continuous pressure on the teeth, to help them slowly shift into proper position. The treatment can take anywhere from 18-36 months, depending on the severity of a patient's overcrowding of teeth or their bite.

TAKING CARE OF LINGUAL BRACES

As with any orthodontic appliance, good oral hygiene is essential to ensure that gingivitis or tooth decay don't creep in. Proper dental hygiene should include:

       • Brushing twice a day for at least two minutes.

       • Using a soft round-bristle toothbrush to brush at the gumline and the teeth.

       • Flossing daily (floss threader can also be used) or an interproximal brush (if space between the teeth is present) to remove plaque and food debris between the teeth.

       • Using an oral irrigation device to help flush out food debris around the brackets and teeth.

       • Rinsing with a fluoride rinse to strengthen the teeth.