Are You a Good Candidate for Invisalign?  

Everyone deserves a beautiful smile, and misaligned or crowded teeth can impact your self-confidence. While traditional braces are still the best treatment for some people, it’s also natural to wonder if you might be a strong candidate for Invisalign. Thinking about your answers to these questions can help you decide if you might benefit from using clear aligners to improve your smile.

Do You Understand the Differences Between Invisalign Vs. Braces?

Traditional braces use metal brackets and wires to move your teeth into alignment. The biggest difference between them and Invisalign is that aligner trays are fully removable. On top of being less visible, the aligner trays allow you to eat what you please since there are no wires to break.  While the aligners work quickly to straighten your teeth, you do need to be proactive about using them the way your Invisalign dentist describes.

Do You Have Mild to Moderate Teeth Crowding?

Clear aligners work by moving your teeth into their desired places using incremental changes that occur when you switch out the trays. For most people, the aligner trays are enough to correct crooked teeth and other orthodontic issues. However, they may not be effective for people with significant orthodontic challenges. A dentist can help you determine if the aligner trays will give you the effects you want to achieve.

Can You Commit to Wearing Your Aligners Regularly?

Traditional braces are often recommended for young children who might not be ready to play a proactive role in their orthodontic treatment. But, older teens and adults are often fully capable of committing to wearing their appliances for the recommended amount of time. Most people need to wear their aligners for the majority of the day and night, and making sure you’ll do so is critical for your success.

Can You Follow the Care Instructions For Invisalign?

Traditional braces involve using special tools and maneuvers to clean around the brackets and wires. Although most people find aligner trays help them keep their teeth cleaner since they can be removed for brushing, you will need to make sure to gently clean them, too. To keep your aligners clear, you’ll also want to avoid drinking dark-colored beverages. You’ll also need to keep them somewhere safe when you remove them to eat. 

Do You Prefer a Nearly Undetectable Form of Orthodontic Treatment?

Many people prefer to avoid the clunky appearance of metal braces on their smiles. Teens and adults tend to have high aesthetic needs that are easier to meet with clear aligners. You may be a strong candidate for this form of treatment if you regularly do presentations at work or have a high profile position that involves looking your best at all times. Being able to pop your aligners out briefly for a photo is also ideal for anyone planning a wedding or other special event over the next couple of years. 

Find Out If You Qualify By Visiting An Invisalign Dentist

At Highpoint Dental Medicine, we enjoy seeing people finally get the care they need for loving their smile. During an Invisalign consultation, we’ll perform an exam that gives us more insight into your orthodontic needs. 

Schedule your appointment today, and find out if clear aligners are the right treatment to give you a straighter smile.