Is Invisalign Sheffield right for me?
When we were growing up, it was entirely normal to see your friend, or a child on the street, wearing braces to get the perfect straight smile. Unfortunately, we do not see them as much as adults, due to both embarrassment and the inability to access teeth straightening treatments as easily. With Invisalign Sheffield, however, you no longer have to feel self-conscious about getting the smile of your dreams, especially when the clear aligners do all of the work without being seen on your teeth. Here at Dee Kay Dental, we understand that problems with the mouth don’t always start with pain. No matter the reason for your visit with us, we promise to provide a listening ear and quality patient care.
If you’re wondering if Invisalign Sheffield is the right teeth straightening treatment for you, then read ahead as a member of our team introduces you to the process and the benefits, and answers any of the questions you might have.
What type of misalignment can it treat?
It is human nature to compare ourselves to others. We might see bright, straight smiles on the television, in magazines and even pass them in the street, while hoping for the day that our smiles will be their equivalent. This is the same for wondering if your teeth are as bad as they need to be to qualify for the Invisalign Sheffield treatment. Each person is different, and the clear aligner alternative has no specifications on how your teeth should look, for them to be used. What is a huge misalignment to you can be minimal to others, or vice versa, so know that you always have a place in our practice. Whether your teeth are crooked, have an overbite or underbite, or contain gaps, we promise to find the best treatment option for you.
How does it work?
The treatment process is straightforward, but we believe that understanding every step of the journey allows you to feel more comfortable before it begins. First, we will inspect your mouth, teeth and gum areas, as well as take a detailed dental history. It is important during this stage that you inform us of any pain you’re experiencing, so we can check for further infections that may get worse with the treatment. We will then create your customised clear aligners, which you will need to change within certain interval times. We will send you home with all the information needed regarding the changing of your custom-made aligners. If you have any questions about this, be sure to ask us, as each aligner will move your teeth into a different position, allowing the process to continually move your teeth into their desired arrangement, by adding gentle pressure.
Can I take the aligners out?
The aligners are completely removable, but we recommend keeping them in for between 20-22 hours a day in order to achieve maximum results.
What are the benefits?
As mentioned above, the aligners are completely removable, so you can take them out when eating hard foods and clean them thoroughly, as well as keep on top of your dental hygiene routine. The smooth plastic allows for comfortable wearing and you can be equally as comfortable knowing that the aligners are completely clear, so no one will know that you’re wearing them unless you make them aware of the fact.