Are you fed up with having wonky teeth? Do overlapping and tightly packed teeth make brushing and flossing tricky? Invisalign is one possible solution to straighten your teeth in Newcastle. However, if you are a bit older you might wonder if you have left it too late.
Am I Too Old to Straighten My Teeth?
There is no upper age limit for Invisalign treatment in Clarington. Nowadays, orthodontic treatment is no longer just for the young. An increasing number of people are straightening their teeth later in life, sometimes as a retirement present.
We can use invisible braces to straighten the smiles of adults with generally strong, healthy teeth. Treatment can be great if you wore orthodontic braces during childhood but have subsequently seen your teeth shift out of place.
Invisalign can be ideal if you are looking for a discreet solution.
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign is an invisible braces system that uses clear plastic aligner trays to straighten teeth instead of fixed brackets and wires. The aligner trays are not entirely invisible, as you may be able to see a slight halo effect around your teeth, but they are very discreet. Most people will not notice you are wearing Invisalign aligners in Courtice.
It is a popular system because the aligners are very easy to use. They are removable, so there is no need to worry about cleaning around tricky brackets and wires. You simply take out your aligners for oral care and meals.
However, commitment is needed as you must wear the aligners for around 22 hours each day to achieve the results predicted in your treatment plan. We suggest only removing them for meals and whenever you want to brush and floss.
You begin wearing the next set of aligners every two weeks or so. You continue following this routine until your teeth are straight.
Why Straighten Your Teeth?
Most people who come to see us for Invisalign are interested in the cosmetic benefits of treatment. But it’s worth remembering that crooked teeth are harder to keep clean, which can increase the risk of dental issues like tooth decay and gum disease.
Straightening your teeth can help ensure they are easier to keep clean and wear evenly. It can protect your jaw joints.
How Long Will Treatment Take?
It all depends on the issues requiring correction. Minor tooth movements will be quicker to complete compared to more complex orthodontic issues and where we need to correct your bite. If you have previously worn braces but have seen your teeth move with age, you could get results within just a few months.
Learn More during Your Initial Consultation
When you visit West Bowmanville Family Dental, our Invisalign provider can assess your teeth and how they bite together and discuss your concerns. A digital scan of your teeth helps us plan treatment accurately using Invisalign’s software. We can use the software to ensure your teeth are moved precisely, correcting their alignment and any bite issues.
Previewing Your Smile
One nice thing about Invisalign is the digital images we can generate using photos and a scan of your teeth. These images will show you how we anticipate your teeth will look at the end of treatment. You can see how they should look once straightened, and it’s an excellent tool to judge the efficacy of invisible braces.
Contact Us to Book Your Consultation
Are you interested in learning more? Contact us for your free Invisalign consultation.
