There’s no getting away from the fact that orthodontics has come a long way in the last decade or so and once, if you needed a dentist to sort out your crooked teeth, Basildon dental clinics and indeed any other clinic up and down the country would have fitted you with standard metal braces. Although traditional metal braces are still being used by many clinics the world over, more and more clinics are turning to innovative technology when it comes to braces. Orthodontics in Basildon, for example, has changed and now new techniques such as invisible orthodontics are being used; but what exactly is it and more importantly how does it work?
In essence invisible orthodontics is a system of clear, sometimes removable braces that are very hard to see. They’re often a favoured option of many adults and teenagers alike who really don’t like the idea of wearing clearly visible (and often unsightly) metal braces for months on end. Depending on individual cases this style of cosmetic dentistry in Basildon can often give a patient a much shorter treatment time.
So how does it work?
Firstly your Basildon dentist will take an impression of your mouth and from this, a team of technicians will set about creating a 3D model or mock-up. Special computerised software will then map out a unique treatment plan detailing how your teeth will move week by week until they’re perfectly aligned in your jaw.
The idea is that the teeth slowly move into position by fitting special invisible braces known as aligners. These are custom made using the mock-up and fit perfectly around your teeth. Normally you’ll be expected to wear one set for two weeks and then move onto the next set. However this does depend upon the severity of your case. Teeth straightening in Basildon for example is usually monitored closely by means of regular check-ups. This way it’s easy for your dentist to keep a close eye on how your teeth are progressing and from this, they can let you know when they think that you’re ready to move onto the next stage or set of aligners.
At Smile Up it is possible to smile again wearing braces without anyone noticint. How? Using transparent aligners!
Invisible orthodontics is a new approach in the treatment of dental malocclusion: unlike the traditional one, with metal brackets, it uses totally invisible devices.
After a careful diagnosis and a case study with impressions, pictures and radiographs, which are fundamental in orthodontics, the dentist and the patient will be able to see the 3D virtual model of the mouth, to understand, before starting the treatment, what the final outcome will be.
The method uses transparent masks that are progressively build on measure and need to be worn in a sequence, a new one every two weeks. Every time the aligner is replaced, the teeth are subject to a slight movement, that is subtle and not annoying and allows the teeth to align week after week until the final objective is reached.
The 6 Benefits of Invisalign
Enhanced comfort
Practically invisible treatment
Removable when you need them to be
Easy oral cleaning and hygienic treatment
No dietary restrictions
No braces required
Beside being completely invisible, such aligners allow to keep the teeth perfectly clean, avoiding unpleasant complications that are sometimes caused by the traditional metal brackets Invisalign has been a game changer for orthodontics.
Which Orthodontic Issues Can Invisalign Treat
The following issues can be treated by Invisalign in some patients, but not all, depending on the severity or if there are a combination of issues:
Crooked Teeth
If you are looking to straighten your smile, Invisalign is an option.
Overbite
An overbite (when the upper teeth close too far in front of the bottom teeth) can make it difficult to chew and bite into some foods.
Can Invisalign fix overbite? Yes, in some cases Invisalign can be used to move teeth so that the top and bottom teeth align properly when your mouth is closed.
Underbite
An underbite (when bottom teeth are in front of upper teeth) can cause your teeth to wear more quickly and create difficulties with speech.
Can Invisalign treat an underbite? Yes, Invisalign can be used to move the lower teeth back so they naturally sit behind the front teeth.
Crossbite
A crossbite (when some upper teeth sit inside lower teeth rather than outside ) can cause your teeth to chip and wear down and even cause gums to recede.
You might be wondering if Invisalign can fix crossbite? In many cases Invisalign can be used to move incorrectly positioned teeth into the right place and treat a crossbite.
