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Primarily, this was originally invented for adults. They are made of a plastic shell that would fit perfectly on the entire teeth of a single jaw (upper and lower). Its original design is that it would leave no place for any teeth that may erupt during the whole treatment. This is the reason why the devices weren’t used in young patients whose teeth were still erupting.
However, after becoming so popular thanks to its array of advantages, compared to the standard braces (especially with regards to aesthetic appeal), a need was felt to create the same product for younger patients. Thus, giving birth to the teen version. This version has tabs that are left in places where a tooth is expected to erupt. At the time when a tooth would erupt, the tab is broken, thus allowing the tooth to break out and grow. With this, the unique advantage of the original version is retained, while allowing the development of new teeth which is beneficial to growing children. Read about other orthodontic treatments available.
For those who are thinking of getting these, in general, it’s actually a lot easier than getting traditional braces. This is all thanks to the addition of CAD/CAM software and equipment.
The aligners a set of tools intended for treating misaligned teeth. It was invented by an IT engineer who was fed up with the issues of making excessive dental visits for adjusting the tension in the braces.
Unlike traditional braces, they are removable. Plus, you can easily put them on yourself. This means the number of dental visits that you need to make would be lessened, therefore, saving you lots of travel time.
Because they are removable, they are also easy to sanitize and clean. In addition, they won’t interfere with your regular oral hygiene routine such as brushing, rinsing, and flossing.
They are made of clear, medical grade plastic which makes them practically invisible to the naked eye.
Maintaining good oral hygiene is practically easy since they’re removable. This means you can brush, floss, and rinse normally like you do.
Compared to lingual braces, they use cutting-edge technology for planning and manufacturing.
compared to braces, with these, you are not tied down with brackets. Unfortunately, traditional brackets can only be removed by your dentist. In contrast, these are removable and you can wear them as long as you need them. Plus, they cause less pain and discomfort.
During your consultation, you can ask your dentist for a simulation of what your or your teen’s smile will look like after. This will give you an idea of what to expect.
They have no metal wires or sharp edges unlike traditional braces.
Unfortunately, metal braces tend to cause demineralization and gum disease due to the difficulty in cleaning.
Invisalign Teen® usually takes about one and a half year. Nevertheless, it can be faster as compared to the time it takes for traditional braces to achieve the same result.
They will give their patient a gorgeous smile, given that they would maintain proper oral hygiene and healthy eating habits. Otherwise, their mouth would become a breeding ground for bacteria which will eventually lead to cavities and various gum diseases.
Overall, the aftercare is pretty simple. Just don’t forget to brush at least twice a day, rinse rigorously and floss daily.
Regularly remove them and brush them gently using your regular toothbrush. Then, don’t forget to brush to remove the plaque and dry saliva. Afterwards, soak them in special solution to sanitize them. You can also wash them using lukewarm water. REMEMBER: Never use hot, boiling water in cleaning them since it can distort their fit, which means they’ll no longer attach that well in your mouth.
Just remember to brush, floss, and rinse every time and everything will go well with them as well as with your overall dental health.
When you’re traveling, don’t forget to bring your previous set along with your new set. This will allow you to have a spare just in case something wrong happens.
Do not eat or drink (except water) while you are wearing them. They are easily removable so take them out before eating and drinking.
In cleaning them, remember not to use toothpaste. Some toothpastes have abrasives that may scratch them while some have whitening chemicals that may color them. In addition, don’t leave them exposed while eating, instead soak them in its special solution.
They are relatively fragile, and may tend to fracture easily if they are accidentally dropped. That is why, you should be extra careful in making sure that they won’t slip off unintentionally. Also make sure to keep them safely stored at a place where they won’t fall off. On the other hand, mouthguards may not be necessary when using them since they’re removable, even during sports activities.
The costs vary from case to case. Nevertheless, the usual cost of getting these would be somewhere between $4,000 and $8,000. During the consultation stage, your dentist will provide you with an estimate of how much you’ll be spending. A part of this may be covered by your insurance. Some insurance plans cover this like any other orthodontic treatment such as traditional braces.
If you’re thinking of getting the Invisalign Teen® for your kids, then we can help. Our expert dentists will provide you with excellent dental care and great results. Make an appointment with us today by visiting our office in Frisco, TX for a consultation. We are located in DFW Texas which is just minutes from The Colony and is near Prosper.
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