Unsurprisingly, invisible braces have become incredibly popular in the last few years and more and more are choosing to have orthodontic treatment because there are now invisible alternatives to traditional fixed braces available. We understand that image is important and many of our patients worry that wearing braces will have a negative impact on their looks; now, we are able to offer a solution, which will give you a beautiful smile without anyone else being able to notice that you are wearing braces.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign is an innovative invisible brace system, which uses removable aligners to straighten the teeth. Unlike traditional braces, the aligners are not fixed to the teeth; they sit over the top of the teeth. Invisalign aligners create forces, which cause the teeth to move; the treatment uses a series of aligners, rather than a single appliance, to straighten the teeth and each aligner is slightly different to allow room for tooth movement.

Invisalign is designed to provide patients with a discreet alternative to traditional braces. In the past, many people were put off having treatment because they didn’t want to be seen wearing a brace, but this is no longer a concern and you can now feel confident when you have treatment.

How does Invisalign work?

Invisalign treatment is planned in advance using state of the art software, which converts images of your mouth into a treatment plan; your aligners are custom-made and they are designed to be worn in a set order, with each one in place for 2 weeks. The aligners are all different.

Invisalign is a removable brace system, but it is important that you wear your braces for at least 21 hours every day; if you don’t there is a risk that the treatment will not work properly.

To find out more about Invisalign treatment in Liverpool, call us today!

Everyone wants that perfect smile. The one that makes other people stop and notice your incredibly straight teeth. But unfortunately the chances are that some of your teeth may crooked or overlap with one another. Of course this can be remedied with braces as we all know. But lets face it, braces aren’t particularly popular- no one really fancies the idea of wearing a brace for three years. So dentists worked hard to come up with a solution, one of which is Invisalign braces treatment, a discreet fast acting system that is easily fitted and practically invisible.

The technology behind Invisalign

Most braces are fitted to the front of your teeth and gradually tightened over time so that your teeth are pulled into place. However, Invisalign is a plastic aligner that can be taken out to eat and brush your teeth. It is customized to fit around the contours of your teeth so it is comfortable and is made from clear plastic so it is only really noticeable up close. You have to wear the aligner for two weeks and then switch to another aligner, which is a slightly different shape. As this process is continued throughout your treatment, your teeth are gradually brought into line in a shorter time frame than other brace systems.

The benefits of Invisalign

As Invisalign is removable, it’s easier to maintain good oral hygiene. You don’t run the risk of getting pieces of food caught in your brace and your brace can be cleaned whenever you like. The clear plastic makes the brace extremely discreet and it is also very flexible so it is comfortable as there are no wires poking you in the gums. Also, as the brace is not fixed to your teeth, it does not cause any damage or discolouration to their surface so once the brace has done its job, there’s no further treatment required to spruce up your teeth. Contact the team at Liverpool Dental Spa for more information.