In the past, if you were an adult who opted for braces, you were stuck with the same options the kids had; metal brackets and wires. As a professional adult, that option might not be appealing though. Today, with advances in technology, you can get your teeth straightened, and no one will be able to tell you have braces.
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign uses clear, plastic aligners that fit directly over your teeth. Made specifically for you from molds your dental provider takes, you will have several sets of aligners where are worn for about two weeks each. After each two week progression, you will move to the next set of aligners, moving your teeth a little bit at a time.
For the best results, your Invisalign must be worn at all times, even to bed. The only time the Invisalign aligners should be removed are when you are eating and when you brush and floss your teeth.
Care of Invisalign
It is quite easy to take care of your Invisalign aligners. You can gently brush them with a toothbrush and rinse in warm water, or you can use the optional Invisalign cleaning kit. The cleaning kit not only cleans your aligner, it also helps remove early plaque and keeps your Invisalign clear and bacteria free.
Sports and Invisalign
If you’re into sports, Invisalign won’t slow your game at all. Unlike traditional braces, there’s no worry of mouth injury from brackets and wires. Best of all, depending on your dentist’s recommendation, you can either remove your Invisalign while you play, or wear a mouth guard to protect your teeth and aligners.
With the advances in braces, there’s no reason to put off a beautiful smile any longer. Invisalign in Chicago could just change your life.
If you would like to find out more about Invisalign in Chicago, please contact Dental Professionals of Lincoln Park.
