Invisible Braces
Orthodontic treatments used to be concerning in terms of looks and comfort. However, with advancements in orthodontics and considering people’s requirements, invisible braces have made their way into mainstream dental care. Invisible braces are designed to address dental issues like misalignment, crowding, gaps, and bite issues of teeth while being invisible.
What are Invisible Braces?
Invisible braces are those that are not directly visible on the teeth. These include clear aligners made of medical-grade plastic, ceramic braces with tooth-colored brackets, and lingual braces, which are metal braces placed on the back side of the teeth. In contrast to traditional braces, these invisible braces resolve issues related to appearance and comfort. All these braces provide discreet orthodontic solutions to various levels of complexity, as suggested by the dentist.
Benefits of Invisible Braces
Aesthetic Appeal: Invisible braces are less noticeable than traditional metal braces and maintain your natural appearance. Maintaining appearance also helps you gain confidence in everyday life without compromising on treatment.
Comfort and Convenience: Due to their material and placement, invisible braces are comfortable to wear, convenient to carry, and do not cause any oral irritation.
Removability: Clear plastic aligners can be removed whenever required for invisible aligners. This allows you to get some time off from braces and relax in your natural oral structure.
Effective Treatment: Despite being invisible, invisible braces are not compromised in effectiveness. The results of invisible braces are as effective as traditional braces as long as orthodontists do them.
Caring for Invisible Braces
Cleaning and Maintenance: You should care for your invisible braces to maintain hygiene and oral health. The cleaning of these braces depends on their type and your issue. To learn the cleaning technique based on the type of your braces, give us a call.
Dietary Considerations: Some foods and beverages can damage the braces. Hard, sticky, and staining foods and drinks must be avoided to keep them safe. If you have clear aligners, you should remove them before eating or drinking. You can keep it on while drinking water, but any other drink can get into the plastic tray, increasing the risk of tooth decay or staining of the transparent aligners.
Handling and Storage: While clear aligners can be removed, they should be stored well while not in use. It should be stored in their protective cases to avoid potential damage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Depending on the complexity of the case, treatment with invisible braces can take up to 6 to 18 months. However, this can vary depending on the patient's health and lifestyle.
Yes. Invisible braces are suitable for people of all ages and are mostly used for teens and adults who wish their orthodontic treatment to be discrete.
For clear aligners, you should remove them while eating or drinking anything except water. However, other invisible aligners cannot be removed, so you can eat with them on.