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Whether you\u2019re a college student, a busy parent, or a career-driven professional who has their eye on a promotion, you may not be thrilled about the idea of wearing metal brackets and wires. Fortunately, there\u2019s another (much more discreet) way to get the smile you\u2019ve always wanted: Invisalign<\/a>. If you are considering this innovative orthodontic treatment for yourself, then read on to learn five things you should know before committing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Your Teeth May Need to Be Shaved Down a Bit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Patients often assume that there\u2019s nothing more to Invisalign than clear aligners. That\u2019s not the case! For example, if your case of overcrowding is more moderate, your dentist may need to slightly alter your teeth so that they can move into their properly aligned positions. This procedure is referred to as IPR (interproximal reduction), and don\u2019t worry \u2013 it\u2019s completely painless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. The Average Treatment Timeline Is Only 12-18 Months<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Typically, traditional braces take two or more years to deliver results. Invisalign, on the other hand, has an average treatment timeline of only 12-18 months. Even if your teeth-straightening journey ends up being a bit longer, you\u2019ll be able to see the improvements along the way because the aligners are clear and removable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. There Are Fewer Check-In Visits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you had traditional braces in the past, then you may remember the monthly adjustment appointments. Fortunately, Invisalign works a bit differently. You\u2019ll be given several sets of aligners at once so you can progress through your treatment plan at home. Then, you\u2019ll visit your dentist every 6-8 weeks so they can make sure your teeth are moving as anticipated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. You Need to Wear Your Aligners for 20+ Hours a Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although Invisalign aligners are removable, they should only be taken out when absolutely necessary. Remember, if you don\u2019t wear your trays consistently, your teeth won\u2019t move! Plus, there\u2019s a chance that they could get damaged or misplaced if you aren\u2019t wearing them. So, do your best to keep them on for 20+ hours each day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Brushing After Each Meal Is Essential<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Right now, brushing your teeth each morning and evening may suffice when it comes to preventing decay. Once you start the teeth-straightening process with Invisalign, however, you need to do so after every meal. Otherwise, the lingering food particles will get trapped against your teeth by the aligners, increasing your risk of cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re proud to be Preferred Invisalign Providers at Radiant Dental<\/a>. So, if you are interested in straightening your teeth with clear aligners and you reside in or around Farmington Hills, don\u2019t hesitate to schedule a consultation! We go the extra mile to make the teeth-straightening process comfortable and convenient as well \u2013 from using digital impressions to offering early morning appointments. If you want to visit us, take the next step: get in touch with us via our website<\/a> or by phone at (248) 855-4850<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re a college student, a busy parent, or a career-driven professional who has their eye on a promotion, you may not be thrilled about the idea of wearing metal brackets and wires. Fortunately, there\u2019s another (much more discreet) way to get the smile you\u2019ve always wanted: Invisalign. If you are considering this innovative orthodontic […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-60","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nConsidering Invisalign? Here Are 5 Things You Should Know First<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Thinking of straightening your teeth with clear aligners instead of metal braces? 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