The world is changing. 10 or 15 years ago, you wouldn’t give a second look to a person wearing metallic braces, complete with wires and colorful elastics, especially if they were kids. These days however, People consider “metal mouth” to be utterly repulsive. A person with metallic braces is a definite head turner, particularly if that person is an adult.

With the increased demand for braces especially by adults, something had to give. Some sort of invention must have been discovered to treat the unsightly appearance of traditional braces. That invention is Invisalign!

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign was discovered about 10 years ago and was perfected recently. It consists of a series of Aligners. These are plastic transparent molds that fit the outer surface of your teeth, without being attached to them. These molds press on the surface of the teeth in a particular manner, moving them into the desired position with extreme accuracy.

What are the benefits of Invisalign?

Invisalign solved practically every problem that faced traditional metallic braces. If you were weighing the option of Invisalign against traditional braces, we hope that the following list of benefits of Invisalign would help you make your decision:

1. Improved appearance:

   It goes without saying that a plastic transparent mold is much better looking than a set of metallic brackets, wires and multi-colored elastics. The plastic mold fits the teeth perfectly, meaning that it is practically invisible even if you are wearing them. Add that to the fact that it can be removed whenever you feel like it, and you find the combination very aesthetically appealing.

2. Shorter treatment times:

   We all know that braces wearers suffer silently for a long time. Some treatment pans take up to 2 years to complete, and sometimes even more. With Invisalign, the situation is much simpler. Most treatment plans range from 6 to 12 months, with very few cases spanning more than a year.

3. Computer made:

   One of the clearest advantages of Invisalign is it’s accuracy. A computer generates the design, and a 3D printer fabricates the molds. The incredibly accurate design minimizes human errors, and ensures your treatment plan would be carried out to perfection. Another awesome feature of computer designing is the video that it generates which shows you the entire treatment plan from A to Z, before you even start your journey. This gives you great reassurance and makes you trust your doctor and your choice.

4. Fewer visits to the orthodontist:

   Another complete nightmare for braces wearers is the need to visit your orthodontist at least once a month, and in some cases once a week!
   With Invisalign, however, you only need a visit once every 2 months. In some cases you could even go 4 or 5 months without needing a look from your doctor. This is because the aligners are computer made, meaning you could have up to 8 sets of aligners at a time, each worn for about 2 weeks. With a little math, that adds up to 4 months without a visit.

Invisalign is simply all pros and no cons. You cannot go wrong with your choice, and we know that you will definitely be happy with the results.