The Impact of Dental Misalignment
Misalignment can occur for a number of different reasons, but without treatment, crooked, crowded, and overlapping teeth could increase the risk of issues like tooth decay and gum disease. This is because the uneven smile is one that is difficult to thoroughly brush and floss. You could also be more susceptible to issues like TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). You could also feel uncomfortable with your appearance, and even hide your smile from the world! But with Invisalign®, we can offer an even smile, often in as little as one year.
Starting Your Orthodontic Treatment
To get started, our team will look closely at your smile to assess the cause and extent of your misalignment, so we can choose the right treatment option. If we select Invisalign® to address your uneven smile, we will then take detailed digital images of your smile from multiple angles with an intraoral scanner, a thin wand that can gather these images with precision and comfort. In a lab setting, experts will use the images and measurements we take to design and craft your custom dental aligners, so you can start your journey to an even smile.
The Invisalign® Process
Invisalign® uses clear and custom plastic aligners, which are all custom-made for your smile and fit comfortably. Each set is worn for 20 to 22 hours a day over a period of about two weeks. You then move on to the next set as your smile is gradually and gently repositioned. In as little as a year to 18 months you can enjoy an even smile, which is often half the time braces would require. The aligners are easy to use and clean, and can remain practically invisible during the treatment process. You don’t have to avoid certain foods since they are removable, and brushing and flossing is much easier too.
If you have any questions about improving your smile’s alignment with a series of clear aligners, then contact our team today to learn more.
Schedule Your Orthodontic Appointment in Far North Dallas With Kozlow & Rowell!
Clear aligners can offer a smile that is even, healthy, and beautiful in as little as one year. To learn more about our orthodontic treatment option or to schedule an appointment, give us a call at your local Dallas, TX cosmetic dentists at (972) 458-2464. An even smile is possible, so talk to our team today.