The temperature has dropped, the lights are up, and there are presents around every corner; it must be the holiday season! If the endless picture taking is making you feel more and more self-conscious about your smile, then it’s time to consider braces, specifically Invisalign. This state-of-the-art teeth-straightening solution fits in with any lifestyle and allows you to enjoy all the holiday festivities without worry. Here’s everything you need to know about the process, the benefits, and how to follow the treatment plan during the hustle and bustle of the end-of-the-year.
The Invisalign Treatment Process
Whether you are struggling with minor misalignment or severe crowding, Invisalign may just be the solution you’ve been looking for. The process itself is quite simple. After your dental team has ensured you are a candidate, taken impressions of your teeth and solidified the details of your custom treatment plan, they will provide you with your first set of aligners. These clear, virtually undetectable trays will apply just enough pressure to gradually move your teeth into the desired position. Every few weeks, you will swap your current trays for your subsequent set and begin the next phase of treatment. Once you are finished with your last aligners, you will be provided with a retainer to preserve your hard-earned results!
5 Benefits of Invisalign
Invisalign has helped millions of patients over the last 20+ years achieve their smile goals. In that time, it has been extensively researched and tested, and continues to be one of the safest, most effective solutions on the market. Invisalign continues to be a leading teeth-straightening solution because it:
- Is essentially unnoticeable
- Doesn’t come with any food restrictions
- Is completely removable for hassle-free oral care
- Delivers results in an average of 12 months
- Is made with comfort in mind
How to Follow the Treatment Plan During the Holidays
Whether you are traveling out of town this holiday season or choosing to lay low, the end of the year often disrupts your daily routine. Fortunately, you can continue to stay on track with your Invisalign treatment plan by following the below best practices:
- Wearing your aligners for 22 hours a day
- Storing them in a specific case to prevent them from being thrown away or misplaced
- Brushing and flossing after every meal and snack
- Removing your aligners when eating or drinking (with the exception of water)
If crooked, misaligned, or gapped teeth are stopping you from smiling confidently, there is no time like the present to talk to your dental team about Invisalign. That way, you can head into the new year with the first phase of treatment underway!
About the Practice
At Simply Orthodontics, two board-certified orthodontists are ready to help you achieve your smile goals, Dr. Sam Alkhoury and Dr. Colleen Kristofor. They each have more than two full decades of experience under their belt and genuinely love what they do. To this day, they enjoy helping each patient in their treatment chair achieve their unique smile goals and seeing their faces light up at the end result! If you would like to begin your treatment with Invisalign before the new year, visit our website or give us a call at 508-435-1200.