What Is Invisalign?

If you’ve heard of Invisalign, but don’t know what it is, you’re not alone. This clever clear brace treatment – which is gaining traction in the celebrity world, and is purportedly loved by stars such as Tom Cruise – is now becoming a household name here in the UK, though some patients are still in the dark about the treatment and don’t yet know the dos and don’ts of Invisalign. In this post, our team of dentists here in Clapham Common will give a quick overview of the treatment.

A worldwide procedure

The first thing to know about Invisalign – other than its star power – is that it’s carried out across the globe, and has successfully treated millions of patients. Next, as we’ve hinted, it’s a clear brace, which is part of the secret of its appeal.

Almost invisible

There are lots of different types of clear aligners, but Invisalign is one of the most popular because it’s one of the most discreet. Most people can’t tell when someone’s wearing it, which is one of the reasons celebrities and teenagers alike love the treatment. And, if you follow Invisalign’s recommendations, you won’t need to worry about the aligner staining – which brings us to the next point.

Handily removable

While most braces require dietary demands, Invisalign can be removed whenever you want to eat or snack (and for drinks other than water). Not only does this make eating easier, but it means there’s no time wasted cleaning food out of the clear aligners, no risk of breaking the delicate appliance and little risk of staining (as mentioned).

Predictable Invisalign treatment

Invisalign’s clear aligners are made for your mouth, based on a revolutionary scanning system that then creates all the trays you’ll need for treatment, plus predicts your results at each stage. Invisalign also says that it can be a faster way to straighten teeth, compared to others such as fixed braces.

Comfortable and secure

Some patients worry their clear braces (Invisalign) may slip or pop out, but as they are custom-made, they’re a perfect fit – so long as you wear the appropriate tray for your treatment stage. While some pressure can be experienced when you change aligners, there are no scratchy wires or brackets involved, which makes the process much more comfortable than others on the market.

Book Invisalign with us today

We’d love to help you on your journey to a straighter smile. Talk to our expert dentists today here in Clapham Common and we’ll arrange a consultation when it suits you.

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