Lots of our patients come to see us because they’re not entirely happy with the way their smile looks. It usually has nothing to do with anything being wrong with their teeth, but rather because they’ve got some other issue going on. Some people have crowding, some have big gaps in between their teeth, while for others, their bite has changed over time, and that can be a real nuisance. Traumatic Dental Injuries occur when teeth, gums, or surrounding structures are damaged due to accidents, sports injuries, or sudden impact. Prompt treatment for Traumatic Dental Injuries helps repair damage, relieve pain, and protect long-term dental health.
When people in the Burlington area start to think about getting their teeth straightened out, Invisalign is usually one of the first things they end up considering. From what we see, it’s often the logical choice for a lot of them. Invisalign makes use of a series of clear, easy to remove aligners that are custom made to fit your teeth at each stage of treatment, no metal brackets or painful wires for you to deal with. Most people find these clear plastic aligners a whole lot more comfortable to wear than traditional braces, largely because they’re made from a smooth, non-irritating material. You’ll wear each set for anywhere from 1 to 2 weeks, then move on to the next one in the series. And slowly but surely, your teeth will start to shift into place. Snap-On Smile® is a removable dental appliance designed to instantly improve the appearance of your smile. Custom-made to fit comfortably over natural teeth, Snap-On Smile® can conceal gaps, stains, or missing teeth without the need for invasive dental procedures.
Our patients especially like how easy it is to stay on top of things with Invisalign. You can take the aligners out when you need to eat, brush your teeth, or floss, which means you don’t have to worry about changing your eating or oral hygiene routine at all. A lot of our adult patients are pretty busy and don’t want to have to deal with orthodontic treatment getting in the way of their lives.
As prosthodontists, we like to take a bit of a holistic approach. When we suggest Invisalign for a patient, we’re thinking about what’s going to be best for their whole mouth. We don’t just look at how your teeth look. We also take into account how your teeth fit together, how your jaw works, and if there are any other issues that need to be addressed at the same time. In many cases, Invisalign is just part of a bigger plan to get your teeth sorted out properly. This might also include some restorative dentistry work to make sure the final result is healthy and long lasting.
The first step in the whole process is usually a consultation where we take some digital pictures of your teeth. These get used to plan out your treatment from the start, so by the time you get your first set of aligners, you already have an idea of how your teeth will look when it’s all done. A lot of our patients find it pretty reassuring to be able to see what we’re working towards.
The length of time it takes to complete treatment will vary from person to person though. Some people have pretty straightforward teeth straightening needs that can be sorted out in under a year, while others may need a bit longer. We make sure to keep in touch with our patients regularly during treatment to check on progress, deal with any issues that come up, and just generally make sure everything is running smoothly.
We’d love to chat with you about whether Invisalign is a good fit for you if you’ve been thinking about straightening your teeth and live in or around the Burlington area. Some people might think it’s just for small problems, but the truth is it can help address a lot of different issues. We take the time to explain everything in detail, so you can make an informed decision that you feel good about.