Invisalign is a great choice for adults that would like to straighten their teeth without the “metal-mouth” look of traditional braces. Invisalign aligners are completely transparent and removable, so they offer the results of orthodontics while offering freedom from treatment when you need it. Besides this cosmetic advantage, your teeth will be easier to clean. Traditional braces cannot be removed, so food particles can remain lodged between the metal brackets and your tooth enamel, which can be impossible for a toothbrush to reach. This is the cause of demineralization, which leaves a permanent discoloration on the tooth. Invisalign eliminates this orthodontic risk. Another advantage of Invisalign not being a fixed appliance is that it permits a diet that is not limited to certain types of food. Simply remove the aligners at meal time and enjoy.
The Invisalign process involves computerized treatment planning, which allows you to learn your estimated treatment time. After receiving you first set of aligners you will return to Dr. Lloyd Becker’s Financial District Dental Office every two weeks for the next aligner in your series. Traditional braces are adjusted every six to eight weeks with greater force, which causes more pain than Invisalign. The average treatment time is one year depending on the cases complexity. Simple treatments such as relapse from childhood braces, minor crowding or spacing may be as short as five months. Call Dr. Becker today to schedule your Invisalign consultation at Maiden Lane Dental in the Financial District.
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