Invisalign - An Orthodontic Revolution

Twenty years ago, the idea of an orthodontic treatment falling under the umbrella of cosmetic dentistry would have been unthinkable. Since its inception in 1998, however, the Invisalign® system has been changing the face of orthodontics. No longer does straightening one’s teeth necessarily equate a mouth full of conspicuous metal brackets and wires. Instead, the Invisalign® system – referred to sometimes as “invisible braces” – allow patients of all ages to straighten their teeth and correct their bites with a series of clear, comfortable, removable aligners.

Invisalign® custom-crafted aligners are worn for roughly the same amount of time as traditional metal braces and produce similarly excellent results. Each aligner in the series is worn for about two weeks, at which point it is traded out for the next aligner in the series. Each aligner gently guides the teeth closer to their optimal position in the mouth. The aligners are comfortable and removable, making brushing, flossing, and eating a wide variety of foods a snap in comparison to metal braces.

Perhaps the greatest benefit of Invisalign®, however, is that they are virtually invisible. The clear aligners allow people to speak, smile, and laugh without flashing a mouth full of metal. This makes Invisalign® particularly attractive for adults who want to straighten their teeth without wearing orthodontic appliances associated by many with adolescence. Invisalign® is a restorative dentistry treatment with a cosmetic advantage.

For many people, Invisalign® is just one step toward reinvigorating their smiles. Combined with treatments such as teeth whitening, Invisalign® can be part of a comprehensive smile makeover. For further information about this revolutionary orthodontic treatment, please contact cosmetic dentist Sheldon Seidman at Smile Chicago today.