If you have crooked or crowded teeth, you may feel embarrassed about your smile’s appearance, but not exactly eager to correct the issue. After all, many teens and adults worry about the impact of braces on their appearance. Fortunately, we offer our Charles City, IA residents a practically invisible alternative with Invisalign® aligners.
How Does Misalignment Impact Oral Health?
Poor alignment doesn’t just impact your smile’s appearance. In fact, misalignment provides places for food particles to become trapped, places that a toothbrush bristles and floss may have trouble reaching. As a result, bacteria have the chance to break down these particles in a process that increases the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Misalignment has also been linked to a greater risk of TMJ disorder an bruxism, as uneven teeth could place pressure on the jaw joints and lead to issues with bite balance. These disorders have been linked to headaches, jaw pain, and even damaged teeth.
Creating Your Clear Aligners
Instead of letting the health of your smile suffer, talk to our team about a unique orthodontic solution. We won’t need to use metal brackets and wires to correct your smile. Instead, we will gather a series of images of your smile using intraoral cameras. These images will be employed to create a 3D digital impression of your smile, allowing us to design and create your aligners. Invisalign® aligners are made from a BPA-free clear acrylic material, which fits comfortably.
Patients wear the aligners for about 20 to 23 hours each day, upgrading to the next set in the series every two weeks. Over the course of a year, many patients will see optimal results and enjoy an even and healthy smile.
The Benefits of Invisalign®
First, the aligners will be practically invisible when worn. Next, they can be removed before you eat. You won’t need to avoid certain foods or worry about food becoming trapped in your orthodontics. Being removable also means a much easier time brushing and flossing during treatment, and the ability to remove them before a date, job interview, graduation, or other special occasion. For many, treatment is much shorter than they would require with braces, and many people enjoy fewer office visits. Do you have any questions about Invisalign®? Ready to tackle your misalignment? Then contact our team today.
Central Park Dentistry Offers a Clear Solution to Uneven Smiles
At Central Park Dentistry, we want to help you and your family enjoy improved alignment, which boosts the health and beauty of your smile. To learn more about the Invisalign® system, then schedule a consultation with Dr. Hansen by calling our dental office in Charles City, IA at (641) 228-1115. We proudly welcome patients from Osage, New Hampton, Greene, Nashua, Nora Springs, Riceville, and all surrounding communities.
