If you have considered braces but are unsure of changing your look so drastically, you can now straighten your smile discreetly and effectively. Invisalign allows you to correct your teeth and bite issues without all the hassle of permanently attached metal brackets and wires. But how can Invisalign benefit you and your teeth? Are you a candidate for this procedure? Find out with Dr. Kenneth Woo, Dr. Edmond Woo, and Dr. Ho Kai Wang in Gaithersburg and Kensington, MD.
How does Invisalign work?
Invisalign allows you to straighten your smile without all the metal brackets and wires required of traditional braces. Invisalign’s alternative design uses plastic aligner trays customized to your teeth to move them into new, straightened positions. The trays, created by Invisalign’s dental laboratory, come in a series and are worn in order for about two weeks at a time. Slowly, the trays push the teeth into their corrected positions. The length of the treatment depends on the patient, their teeth, the commitment they have to wearing their trays the recommended 22 hours a day, and how complex their treatment is.
The Benefits of Invisalign vs. Traditional Braces
Traditional braces are obvious, glued permanently onto the teeth during treatment. Invisalign’s clear design allows it to have a subtle, discreet appearance and appear almost invisible to those around you. This, in turn, allows you to straighten your teeth without compromising your look. Additionally, patients can simply Invisalign’s trays to eat the foods they love or brush their teeth as they would have before seeking out orthodontic treatment. Traditional braces require special flossers and avoiding certain foods to keep the teeth in top condition.
Invisalign Treatments in Gaithersburg and Kensington
If you think you can benefit from Invisalign, your dentist can help guide you towards the best treatment plan for you. A new, improved, and beautiful smile is just a phone call away. For more information on Invisalign, please contact Dr. Kenneth Woo, Dr. Edmond Woo, and Dr. Ho Kai Wang in Gaithersburg, MD, and Kensington, MD. Call (240) 683-3833 to schedule your appointment in Gaithersburg, and (301) 933-1833 to schedule your appointment in Kensington today!