What is Invisalign and who is a candidate?
Invisalign is a great way to aesthetically straighten crooked teeth without metal braces. It involves using a series of clear, plastic Invisalign aligners that apply pressure on your teeth causing them to move. Not everyone is a candidate. More complex tooth movements are difficult to achieve than traditional braces. A consultation with an Invisalign provider will determine if you are a candidate for Invisalign.
Invisalign is a form of orthodontics whereby clear removable aligners are used to produce movement rather than the traditional metal wire and bracket braces used in the past. When worn, Invisalign is almost completely invisible and will discretely rotate and straighten your teeth. Other benefits include the fact that being removable, a patient can take Invisalign out when eating, brushing and flossing, making the entire experience easier and more comfortable. Though patients may be candidates for Invisalign starting at the age of 13, the majority of people who chose this treatment are adults who would not otherwise want traditional braces due to the obvious cosmetic objections. To learn more, visit the Invisalign website: www.invisalign.com.
