Sciota, Pennsylvania
Many adults have struggled with crooked teeth their whole lives, hiding their smiles from the world. Once they age a bit and can manage dental care themselves, they may elect to finally have their teeth straightened. Perhaps they have a job requiring a lot of socializing, or they just want to feel more confident by flashing a straight, bright smile.
The problem is that straightening teeth has historically required uncomfortable and unsightly braces, and many adults associate braces with the awkward teenage years. Adults in a professional career may not want a mouth full of metal brackets and wires. But there’s no age limit to wanting a straighter smile, and our Invisalign dentist in Sciota has put together the following information that may answer your questions about Invisalign, which millions of people are choosing to straighten their teeth.
What is clear aligner therapy?
Our Invisalign dentist in Sciota uses clear aligner orthodontics to straighten teeth, usually in a fraction of the time it takes traditional metal braces. Aligners are custom-made using digital images of a patient’s teeth and mouth. Aligners are worn for 22 hours out of every day, being removed only to eat, brush teeth and drink anything other than water. Every two or three weeks, the trays are exchanged for a smaller tray. This helps put gentle pressure on the teeth to move them into the proper position.
What’s it like wearing Invisalign?
Invisalign features clear plastic aligner trays that are custom-made for patients. They hug the teeth, making them practically invisible and also comfortable to wear. Every couple weeks, a patient is provided a new, smaller tray. This is the process that helps gently pull teeth into proper position. But as you’d likely expect, patients may experience a bit of tenderness and slight discomfort when changing aligners. The discomfort, from the gentle pressure applied as the teeth begin to shift, will subside within a few days. Some people express concern that the aligners aren’t working if they don’t feel any pressure. Rest assured: the aligners are hard at work!
How quickly will I see results?
How soon a patient sees results depends largely on the severity of the case, but results are usually evident — and sometimes treatment is complete — within 12-18 months. Routine checkups with our Invisalign dentist in Sciota will keep your progress on track.
Invisalign Dentist in Sciota, PA
It’s possible to straighten crooked teeth without awkward and uncomfortable metal braces. If you’re ready to find out the benefits and ease of Invisalign, call our Chestnuthill Dental office at (570) 865-7929, or reach us online today.
