{"id":14,"date":"2019-07-29T18:45:48","date_gmt":"2019-07-29T18:45:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/?p=14"},"modified":"2022-09-14T16:55:14","modified_gmt":"2022-09-14T16:55:14","slug":"benefits-of-invisalign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/benefits-of-invisalign\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do You Know if You Should Get Invisalign or Traditional Braces?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_292296185__1___1572374889_96015-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person holding Invisalign and braces\" class=\"wp-image-15\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_292296185__1___1572374889_96015-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_292296185__1___1572374889_96015-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_292296185__1___1572374889_96015.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You want to learn how to appreciate your smile, but your misaligned and crowded teeth make it hard to do that. You feel like you have to make a decision to either sacrifice your professional image by getting metal braces or live with a mouth riddled with cosmetic imperfections. Lucky for you, your dentist offers a modern orthodontic treatment called Invisalign that will allow you to straighten your teeth without the cumbersome look and feel of wires and brackets. Read on to learn if Invisalign is right for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve always thought that metal braces were the only option\nto get the straightened smile of your dreams. Thankfully, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/invisalign-clear-braces.html\">Invisalign<\/a>\ncan shift your teeth into their ideal positions using multiple series of\ncustom-crafted clear plastic aligners. They gently and strategically shift your\nteeth over the course of your treatment without drastically altering your\nappearance like traditional braces do. Every couple of weeks, you\u2019ll visit your\ndentist to pick up your new set of trays until you reach your desired smile.\nPatients typically choose Invisalign over braces because not only are they\nhardly noticeable, but they\u2019re also removable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are You a Candidate for Invisalign Treatment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re considering whether traditional braces or\nInvisalign is the best option for you, it\u2019s important to schedule a\nconsultation with your dentist. They can examine your smile and determine the\nseverity of your misaligned teeth and bite problems and let you know if\naligners can do the trick. This modern treatment can fix more problems than you\nmay think, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Overbite<\/li><li>Underbite<\/li><li>Crossbite<\/li><li>Gaps between teeth<\/li><li>Open bite<\/li><li>Crowded teeth<\/li><li>Misaligned Teeth<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>During your consultation, be sure to ask any questions or\nconcerns you may have about the treatment. With all the modern new dental\ntechnology, more complex cases are beginning to be treated using Invisalign.\nSo, it\u2019s likely that you\u2019ll be a great candidate for the procedure! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Benefits of Invisalign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most patients choose Invisalign treatment over metal braces\nbecause they offer a variety of benefits. Not only can your aligners promote\nbetter oral health and a more aesthetically pleasing smile in the long-run, but\nthey\u2019ll have a minimal impact on your day-to-day life while you\u2019re undergoing\ntreatment. Some benefits of Invisalign include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>They\u2019re <strong>removable<\/strong>, so you can eat and\ndrink all of your favorite products.<\/li><li>Because they\u2019re <strong>clear in appearance, <\/strong>you\ncan maintain your professional image.<\/li><li>The trays are made from a <strong>smooth and\ncomfortable<\/strong> FDA-approved plastic.<\/li><li>Unlike traditional braces, the <strong>treatment time\n<\/strong>for Invisalign is typically shorter.<\/li><li>It\u2019s easier to <strong>maintain your oral health<\/strong>\nbecause you don\u2019t have to brush and floss around metal.<\/li><li>Your <strong>follow-up visits are shorter<\/strong> and\ntypically only last 30 minutes.<\/li><li>The aligners are <strong>easy to clean<\/strong> because\nthey\u2019re removable. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to choose between having a straighter smile\nand being taken seriously in the workplace with this virtually invisible\northodontic treatment. To learn whether you\u2019re a great candidate for Invisalign,\nschedule your consultation today! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At McComb Family Dental, we offer the knowledge and\nexpertise of three highly-trained dentists. We understand just how much of an\nimpact a misaligned smile can have on your self-esteem and oral health, which\nis why we offer a variety of cosmetic services including Invisalign. At our\noffice, you can achieve the smile you\u2019ve been dreaming about in a comfortable\nand caring environment. To schedule a consultation or for any questions, visit\nour <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or contact\n419-293-2335.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You want to learn how to appreciate your smile, but your misaligned and crowded teeth make it hard to do that. 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