Invisalign Chelsea is a recent yet revolutionary alternative to traditional braces designed for the purpose of straightening your teeth. It negates the use of metal wires and instead involves wearing clear or invisible sets of braces made from BPA-free plastic that are placed on top of your teeth to function the same way traditional braces would do. They are regularly used to close gaps between your teeth, and for treating overcrowded teeth, as well as underbites and overbites. Here at Chelsea and Fulham Dentist, we believe Invisalign Chelsea is a suitable option for you if you are a parent exploring dental treatment for your teenager or if you are an adult who has delayed getting your teeth straightened in your childhood, but now wants a change.
How does the process of getting Invisalign work?
An initial consultation with your dentist will confirm whether Invisalign Chelsea is the correct treatment for you. If your dentist believes you can benefit from the treatment, a series of X-rays, physical examinations and a 3D model of your teeth will be taken in order to create a tailor-made treatment plan specifically for you. The treatment plan will determine how your teeth are expected to shift and how long the process will take to complete. The X-rays, photos and 3D model of your teeth are then sent over to a laboratory where the customised Invisalign braces are created. The 3D scans and models also provide you and your dentist with an idea of how your teeth will progress over time with the use of Invisalign.
How do Invisalign aligners work?
Once your Invisalign aligners are created, your dentist will invite you to come and check that they fit properly and to make any adjustments if necessary. In order to achieve the best results, you will need to wear your braces all day every day except for when you eat, floss or brush your teeth however since Invisalign braces are removable, you can remove them for a brief amount of time any time you need to throughout the day. To begin with, the braces may feel tight around your teeth and you will experience mild discomfort as they are designed to move your teeth precisely, however after a while you will find your braces will feel looser as your teeth will begin to move to a new position, signifying it is time to begin using your new set of braces. The average Invisalign process usually takes a year, however this varies based on each person’s specific needs and requirements, and the effects can be noticed within the first three to six months of the treatment.
What are the benefits of Invisalign?
There are many benefits to having Invisalign fitted over traditional braces, the most obvious being that Invisalign is clear so people will not notice them. Another benefit of Invisalign is that they provide a more precise movement of your teeth and they do not irritate your gums or your teeth. Unlike metal braces, Invisalign is removable so it is easier to brush, clean and floss your teeth thus allowing you to maintain better oral health. Invisalign is also a better alternative to braces as the treatment time is usually much shorter than that of metal braces and you do not require as many frequent visits to the dentist, as Invisalign does not need any wire change or adjustments.
