Your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you—which is why more people than ever before are opting to enhance their pearly whites through means such as Invisalign. These awesome aligners are capable of doing some pretty spectacular things for your smile, but they’re most well-known for their ability to discreetly straighten teeth. Keep reading to learn more from your cosmetic dentist in Allen about some of the many freedoms you’ll enjoy while undergoing Invisalign treatment.
1. Free to Eat as You Please
One of the most important guidelines that patients need to follow throughout their Invisalign journey is that the clear aligners must be removed before you eat anything—the only exception to this rule is drinking water. That said, once your aligners have been removed, you’re free to enjoy all of your favorite foods! However, if you don’t remove your trays before chowing down, you’re at risk of damaging or staining then, which will delay the length of your treatment.
2. Free from Discomfort
Since the aligners are gradually shifting your teeth into a correct position, they will create some pressure from time to time, most often when you’re changing to a new set of aligners. However, this is perfectly normal—after all, if you weren’t feeling any pressure, how would you know if the aligners were working in the first place? That said, this discomfort is ultimately very minimal and becomes less noticeable as you become used to wearing your aligners. Not to mention, the smooth, thin aligners are designed to fit your mouth, meaning that they shouldn’t threaten your soft mouth tissues.
3. Freedom to Socialize
If your teeth are crooked or misaligned, you might feel embarrassed when trying to navigate conversations or social situations. But with Invisalign, you won’t feel the need to hide your smile at all; in fact, most people wont even be able to tell that you’re wearing the aligners unless you mention it, or they see you take them out. The aligners also won’t greatly affect your speech. You’ll be able to smile and laugh your way through conversations with ease, all while having your teeth straightened!
4. Freedom to Show Off Your Healthy Smile
Traditional braces can often get in the way when you’re trying to brush and floss your pearly whites, but since Invisalign is totally removable, cleaning your teeth actually isn’t any more difficult than usual! Still, it’s more important than ever before to maintain excellent hygiene throughout your treatment, to keep your teeth healthy underneath the aligners and to prevent the aligners themselves from becoming stained or compromised. However, assuming you keep your mouth clean, you’ll have no reservations about showing off your smile.
These freedoms are just a few of the many that you can enjoy if you opt to undergo Invisalign treatment, so don’t hesitate to contact your cosmetic dentist in Allen to get the ball rolling!
About the Practice
The team at P.A. Dental Arts is honored to serve patients and families in the Allen, TX community under the leadership of Dr. Christina Blacher and Dr. Yeri Guak. Together they combine several years of experience to provide an exceptional level of dental care. If you have any questions about the article or would like to schedule a consultation, feel free to contact the practice online or over the phone for assistance: (214) 383-5511.
