Orthodontics – Dental Health Society

What are Invisalign Attachments? Why Are They Needed?

Staff — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 15:23:00 +0000

Anyone considering Invisalign for straighter teeth has no doubt heard a lot about its advantages. But they may not have heard about Invisalign attachments, also called Invisalign buttons. Two of the biggest selling points for Invisalign are that the clear plastic aligner trays are less noticeable than old-fashioned braces, and that you can take them...

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Dental Plates vs. Implants: Which is Better?

Staff — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 15:38:00 +0000

Dental plates and dental implants are two very different solutions to the same problem: Missing teeth. Understanding the differences, together with a dentist’s evaluation and guidance, will help determine which is right for you. A dental “plate” is a term referring to any removable dental prosthetic. This covers any type of false teeth: full dentures,...

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Invisalign vs. Braces: Which Is Faster?

Staff — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 16:24:00 +0000

The two most common orthodontic treatments for misaligned, crooked, or rotated teeth are braces and Invisalign (or other transparent aligner systems like byte). Many people, adults especially, prefer Invisalign because it is discrete and removable. But how long it take can matter, too. While Invisalign can work faster than braces, that is not always the...

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What Should I Do With My Invisalign When Eating?

Staff — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 16:37:11 +0000

A big part of Invisalign’s popularity is that, unlike with regular braces, wearers of the clear aligners can take them out to eat whatever they want. While that’s convenient, it also presents the problem of what to do with Invisalign when eating. Proper care of Invisalign aligners is essential. Their success for straightening teeth depends...

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Invisalign vs. byte: Which is a Better Choice?

Staff — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 17:21:51 +0000

Clear aligners have a definite appeal for straightening teeth compared to traditional braces. They’re generally less noticeable and work faster. Since 1997, Invisalign has been the industry leader in alternatives to braces. But there’s a newer product, on the market since 2018, that has caught consumer’s attention. It’s called byte, and patients are wondering which...

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Clear Braces vs. Invisalign: Differences, Options, and Prices

Staff — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 13:57:00 +0000

No one wants a crooked smile, but it’s sometimes hard to get clear, unbiased information about the many options for straightening teeth. Two of the more popular options for teeth straightening that people compare are clear braces vs. Invisalign. Sometimes, these two terms are used interchangeably. For our purposes, we use “clear braces” to mean...

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It’s National Compliment Day. Here’s How to Give them a Reason to Smile.

Staff — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 16:55:26 +0000

January 24 is National Compliment Day. This is the perfect reminder to give the people in your life a compliment. Research has shown that receiving a compliment can improve task performance, enhance social interaction, and bring about positivity in relationships. Which only raises the question: Why don’t we compliment each other more? On the one...

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The Scary Truth About Halloween and Dental Work

Staff — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 16:29:34 +0000

Kids aren’t the only ones who enjoy Halloween goodies. Plenty of adults like to eat candy and treats too. Everyone has heard warnings about Halloween treats that can cause cavities, but they can also wreak havoc with dental restorations and orthodontics. That goes for kids’ fillings or sealants as well as grownups’ bridgework or Invisalign. ...

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Smile Direct Club vs. Invisalign: Is There a Clear Winner?

Staff — Mon, 08 Jul 2019 18:31:27 +0000

In 1997, Align Technology disrupted the world of orthodontics with an alternative to braces. Their new product was Invisalign, a device that promised to straighten teeth without metal, or even clear plastic braces. Since then, other brands have introduced similar transparent teeth alignment trays. And now, Align Technology also produces trays for Smile Direct Club,...

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How to Find an Invisalign Specialist Near You

Staff — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 13:28:56 +0000

Considering Invisalign? You might think that you need an orthodontist to get a course of Invisalign treatment. That’s not necessarily the case: Some dentists also specialize in offering Invisalign to their patients. So, when searching for Invisalign near you, you should look for professionals that are declared Invisalign specialists. In the end, their training and...

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