6 Reasons Why I Am The Right Candidate For Invisalign?

Posted by One67 Dental on February 17th, 2021

Invisalign lets you fix your crooked teeth without anyone noticing that you are actually wearing braces. Unfortunately, not everyone is a candidate for Invisalign. Here in this article, we talk about the signs that can let you know if you can get the Invisalign Edmonton treatment done.

Invisalign - What is it?

Invisalign uses many clear trays that help to change the positioning of your teeth. The dentist makes a customized model. It helps to shift the teeth' shape slightly. After a series of such trays, you will finally get the teeth that you had desired for.

So let us read now if you can get the Invisalign in Edmonton AB treatment done.

You have a straightforward case.

Most of the crooked teeth cases can be fixed with Invisalign. The system works on those who have crossbites, under bits, gaps, or crowded teeth. If your dentist feels that your case is complex, you will have to go for dental surgery.

You are responsible

Invisalign is not meant for younger children. The trays need to be worn for a particular number of hours each day. It can be removed easily. If you are not a committed person and think that you may end up not wearing the Invisalign trays as prescribed or worse still you may end up losing the trays, then this procedure is not for you.

You have no milk teeth.

Unless you have grown all your adult teeth, your dentist will not suggest Invisalign to you. This is because the dentist cannot predict how the permanent teeth will shape. Some adults may still have one or two baby teeth. In such a case get in touch with your dentist who is the right person to advise you.

You maintain good oral hygiene.

You must maintain good oral hygiene to opt for an Invisalign treatment. You should keep your mouth healthy. Care for your trays so that they do not cause any infection. The trays have to be cleaned regularly, else you may have to replace them. Your mouth should also be free of any diseases.

You should not smoke 

You cannot smoke or take tobacco when you wear the Invisalign trays. This can interfere with the trays and also make the trays dirty. If you do not keep the Invisalign trays clean, then you will not get the desired result.

You need to be old enough.

Dentists usually do not suggest Invisalign to children and teens. This is even if they have developed all your adult teeth. Invisalign trays need a lot of maintenance. It is best used when you reach a responsible age.

Conclusion

If you have met all the points stated above then you are a candidate for Invisalign treatment.

Roston Stevenson is the author of this article. For more details about Dental Clinic Edmonton please visit our website: one67dental.ca