Invisalign – Dental Health Society

Does Invisalign Use Brackets? Top 6 Invisalign Brackets Questions Answered

Staff — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:14:19 +0000

When you are looking into options for straightening your or your child’s teeth, Invisalign is a popular choice. If you don’t know much about the treatment yet, maybe you are curious about how it compares to other orthodontic options, like braces. For instance, you might have wondered, “Does Invisalign use brackets?” This is a common...

The post Does Invisalign Use Brackets? Top 6 Invisalign Brackets Questions Answered appeared first on Dental Health Society.

Some Things You Can–and Can’t–Do With Invisalign

Staff — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 18:54:12 +0000

Choosing to straighten your teeth with Invisalign is a big step toward achieving a beautiful new smile. But even after opting for clear aligners over traditional braces, you may be wondering what you can do with Invisalign and how your everyday life will be affected. Your orthodontist will tell you what is allowed and what...

The post Some Things You Can–and Can’t–Do With Invisalign appeared first on Dental Health Society.

Does Invisalign Work? Patient Experiences and Expert Opinions

Staff — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 12:58:21 +0000

Traditional braces have long been the go-to option for those who want straighter teeth. But in recent years, Invisalign has become more popular. A more discreet, convenient alternative to traditional braces, Invisalign has gained popularity among both patients and orthodontic professionals. The burning question is: Does Invisalign work? Patient experiences and insights from orthodontic experts...

The post Does Invisalign Work? Patient Experiences and Expert Opinions appeared first on Dental Health Society.

Shaving Teeth for Invisalign

Staff — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 14:05:58 +0000

If your teeth are crowded and you are looking into straightening them with clear aligners, your orthodontist may want to file or shave them first. Shaving teeth for Invisalign, also called enameloplasty, is a common procedure to narrow the teeth so aligners can work more effectively. It is generally safe when done by a professional,...

The post Shaving Teeth for Invisalign appeared first on Dental Health Society.

Can Invisalign Fix an Underbite?

Staff — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 16:17:27 +0000

Invisalign is a popular treatment for orthodontic issues like crooked teeth and gaps between teeth. Many patients choose Invisalign because its clear plastic trays are less noticeable than other options like metal braces, and they can be removed for short periods of time. But can Invisalign fix an underbite? Orthodontic treatment options for an underbite...

The post Can Invisalign Fix an Underbite? appeared first on Dental Health Society.

Will Invisalign Help with TMJ?

Staff — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 16:26:35 +0000

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD or TMJ for short) causes jaw pain and discomfort for roughly 11 to 12 million adults in the United States. TMJ can be a medical issue involving the structure of the jaw, or a dental issue resulting from misaligned teeth or overcrowding. The nature of the problem determines the best course...

The post Will Invisalign Help with TMJ? appeared first on Dental Health Society.

Do Chewies Really Help Invisalign?

Staff — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 15:47:08 +0000

As successful as Invisalign is at straightening teeth, the plastic aligner trays sometimes need a little help. For example, dentists may place Invisalign attachments or buttons onto the teeth to provide leverage, giving the trays something to push against. Another common accessory is called a dental aligner seater. These are small devices that help the...

The post Do Chewies Really Help Invisalign? appeared first on Dental Health Society.

How Long Does it Take Lingual Braces to Work?

Staff — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:49:16 +0000

Lingual braces have the power of traditional braces without the obvious “metal mouth” look. They work with the same type of brackets and wires as braces, but they are hidden behind the teeth, making them even less noticeable than clear aligner trays like Invisalign. With any kind of straightening treatment, patients want quick results. How...

The post How Long Does it Take Lingual Braces to Work? appeared first on Dental Health Society.

How to Remove Invisalign Without Pain

Staff — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Invisalign uses a series of clear trays to gradually straighten crooked teeth over time. Because teeth are being moved, there may be some mild pain involved with the treatment, especially when patients switch to a new set of trays. Many patients report that discomfort is most noticeable when removing the trays. Luckily, there are a...

The post How to Remove Invisalign Without Pain appeared first on 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...

The post What are Invisalign Attachments? Why Are They Needed? appeared first on Dental Health Society.