As far as orthodontic Manchester procedures go, one treatment that’s about as far removed from traditional metallic, bracket-and-wiring style braces as is possible is Invisalign. Manchester patients who have previously used this treatment tell us that it’s taken away the daunting prospect of wearing braces as an adult; but what exactly is Invisalign and how does it work?
When you visit our smiles dental Manchester clinic here at Church Road Dental for orthodontic treatment you might be surprised when you see Invisalign for the first time and understand how it works. Rather than a series of brackets and wires which are attached directly to the teeth to gently push or pull teeth back into position, Invisalign uses a series of trays or aligners. These aligners are placed directly over the teeth and worn like a gum shield. Each aligner is worn for approximately two weeks and after this time it’s changed for a new one. This has several advantages as follows.
Improved cleanliness
Because Invisalign aligners are designed to be easily removed they can be taken out when eating and brushing, Often with other non-removable orthodontic Manchester treatment the problem lies in the fact that food debris can easily get lodged in between the brackets and wiring after eating. This makes is difficult to brush teeth properly. As a result some people who wear this style of brace system can become susceptible to tooth decay.
Not reliant on the dentist
Under normal circumstances a patent would visit the dentist every few weeks to have their braces adjusted. This may involve replacing rubber bands or wiring to maintain the correct amount of tension on the teeth. With Invisalign, Manchester patients would simply fit the new aligner themselves. As a result they should only need to visit their dentist every six weeks or so, to enable the dentist to check progress.
It’s discreet
When you visit a smiles dental Manchester clinic there are many discreet orthodontic treatments available for adults but none more so than Invisalign. Even those made of ceramic and tooth coloured wiring can be seen up close when you smile. Conversely, Invisalign aligners are made using a clear, lightweight thermoplastic material which is virtually invisible when placed over the teeth. As a result wearers can happily go about their daily business and no one need know they’re wearing it.
Treats the majority of orthodontic problems
Other aligners such as the Inman aligner are known as fast, or accelerated brace systems. For this reason there are many issues that they can’t treat. On the contrary, Invisalign aligners have the ability to treat a whole gamut of orthodontic problems including
- Over/under bites
- Tooth root straightening
- Problematic tooth overcrowding
- Teeth gapping
and many more issues besides…. In fact, if you have an orthodontic problem, there’s a strong chance that it can be corrected using Invisalign
If you’re in need of orthodontic Manchester treatment but don’t want to wear traditional bracket and wire style braces, then you might want to consider Invisalign Manchester. Visit our smiles dental Manchester clinic at Church Road Dental and Cosmetics to book a free, no-obligation consultation. To make an appointment, contact us online at www.clearbracesmanchester.co.uk or call us direct on 0161 660 1218 and start the ball rolling towards restoring that perfect smile.
