Invisalign® aligners: Straighten your teeth without braces in Langley and Brookswood, BC

Traditional orthodontic treatment to reposition teeth involves metal “hardware”; stainless steel brackets are threaded through wires and fixed or bonded securely to teeth. Specialists such as orthodontists or qualified dentists tighten the wires periodically throughout treatment to facilitate movement. Due to how conventional braces are designed and placed, they can only be removed by your dental professional. As a braces-wearer, you must learn new ways to brush and floss effectively between and around brackets and wires. While braces are a proven way to reliably strengthen teeth, modern patients with crooked or crowded teeth can now benefit from Invisalign® aligners in the Langley and Brookswood BC area at Smile365 Dental.

Invisalign^®: Treatment with aligners, not braces

Aligners look like other types of oral appliances, such as retainers or mouthguards. They slip snugly and precisely over the contours of your teeth. Since they are made from a smooth, proprietary thermoplastic, patients generally adjust to wearing them very quickly. There are no wires that poke at the inside of your mouth or brackets and other components that can break. Patients of Dr. Harpreet Aulakh also appreciate Invisalign® aligners for their:

Care and wear of your aligners is easy. Wear them for at least 22 hours each day to ensure treatment stays on track. You discard your current aligner every two weeks and exchange it for the next one in the series. Since each aligner corresponds with a different stage of treatment, it is important to wear them in the correct order.

• Discreet appearance – The aligners are made from a clear plastic that you can see through. Since the aligners are transparent, no one sees them in your mouth. Teens and adults alike appreciate that their teeth look natural. They notice even subtle improvements throughout treatment, without silver brackets and wires getting in the way.
• Comfort – Aligners are removable. Remove them when you eat, so you can continue to consume your favourite foods, even sticky and chewy goodies. Take them out whenever you brush and floss your teeth. That way, your mouth stays its freshest and healthiest. You can remove plaque and food debris throughout treatment. The oral care that keeps your mouth healthy and disease-free is maintained.

Care and wear of your aligners is easy. Wear them for at least 22 hours each day to ensure treatment stays on track. You discard your current aligner every two weeks and exchange it for the next one in the series. Since each aligner corresponds with a different stage of treatment, it is important to wear them in the correct order.