Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Invisalign:Invisible Braces


Made from clear plastic, Invisalign takes all the embarrassment out of having orthodontic treatment - which generally lasts for anything between 6-18 months.Besides the cosmetic benefits, a key advantage of invisible braces is that they are more hygienic than traditional metal “train tracks” which run across the teeth.The Invisalign brace is essentially a tough, clear mould which is worn for around 22 hours each day. It can be removed for eating, drinking, brushing and flossing.The invisible braces come in a numbered set, designed and fabricated especially to fit over your teeth. The first mould is worn for two weeks, after which it can be thrown away and replaced with the next mould in the series. Over time, the teeth are slowly guided into a new, straighter position, to give you a perfect smile.
Benefits of invisible braces
They are virtually invisible, so no-one can tell you’re wearing them unless they’re up close and looking for them!They are removable, enabling you to clean every part of your mouth and not worry about food trapped around brackets. They are painless to have fitted, since they don’t connect to your teeth – unlike traditional metal braces made up of wires and springs. They don’t irritate your gums, cheeks, and tongue, or cause sores. A computer simulation shows how you teeth will move during treatment and what the end result with look like.

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