Mission Viejo residents can smile with pride, while wearing braces

You want straight teeth. You don’t want to endure the appearance of metal braces to accomplish that goal. In the past, there was no easy solution to this quandary. Fortunately, that has changed, thanks to Invisalign from Align Tech, leaders in dental innovation.

What is Invisalign?

The technology that revolutionized orthodontic treatment, Invisalign eliminates the need for metal braces in most cases. Tooth straightening and jaw adjustment are accomplished with transparent aligner trays, which fit over the teeth much like a traditional retainer. Each tray is shaped to strategically apply slight pressure on teeth in a specific direction. After a couple of weeks, a small amount of tooth movement has been achieved. At that time, the tray is discarded and you begin using the next one in the series. The process is repeated until the series of aligners is completed, and your smile is beautifully straight.

Benefits of Invisalign

Because the aligners are thin and clear, they are virtually indiscernible when worn. Therefore, the natural beauty of your smile shines through. Although cosmetic benefits are what catapulted Invisalign to international success, there are other benefits of health and convenience.

With traditional braces, eating can become a challenge. There are certain dietary restrictions, and even acceptable foods can be difficult to clean from around the brackets and wires. It can be virtually impossible to remove all food debris and plaque buildup. For this reason, many people discover that their newly straightened teeth have developed cavities during treatment. Invisalign avoids this problem altogether, because the aligners are removable.

You can simply remove your aligner at mealtime, and eat whatever you want. Clean your teeth easily and thoroughly, then clean and replace the aligner. Often, a person’s oral hygiene and oral health improves during Invisalign treatment. Additionally, orthodontic treatment of any kind helps prevent future decay and gum disease, because straight teeth are easier to clean.

Do you want a dazzling, healthy smile during and after orthodontic treatment? Call us at 949-427-2096 and schedule an appointment with Dr. Nina or Alex Basti of Mission, Viejo, CA.