3 top reasons why adult patients prefer Invisalign® over braces

There have never been more options to straighten teeth. Shine Dental Arts is a dentist office in the Ahwatukee area of Phoenix, Arizona, that is pleased to offer Invisalign^®. Options like Invisalign^® present an appealing alternative to conventional orthodontic treatment with braces. So, it is no surprise that adults aged 18 and older now account for one in three orthodontic patients. These treatments are no longer “kids’ stuff,” the following three features reinforce why Invisalign^® treatment appeals to busy parents and working professionals alike.  

No. 1:  You cannot see them.

Traditional braces are made from a dark-colored or silver-hued metal. They can be very noticeable when patients smile. As an adult patient, you may not want to have everyone see silver in your mouth when making a big presentation or going to that life-changing interview. And, while kids may actually like to “decorate” their braces with bright-colored or specially-shaped brackets, adults’ priorities and preferences are different. We know you do not want others to see metal “hardware” in your smile. Invisalign^® aligners are not made from metal. They are made from a state-of-the-art thermoplastic. This plastic is completely transparent. When you smile, your beautiful teeth peek through the plastic. This is also a nice feature for patients because they can see their results in “real-time.” They do not have to wait for a big reveal at the end of treatment, which is largely the case with braces that are fixed to the teeth.

No. 2: They are comfortable and hassle-free.

Metal brackets and wires tend to poke up against the inside of the mouth. They may irritate the teeth and soft tissues. For these and other reasons, braces can have a considerable adjustment period. This is not the case with Invisalign^® aligners. Our aligners are designed to flex and fit comfortably the contours of your teeth and mouth. While the plastic is durable, its surface and edges are not rough but nice and smooth. Most of our patients have little to no trouble adjusting to Invisalign^® treatment. We know you have enough stress and enough things to worry about, juggling work, family, and social and community responsibilities. Invisalign^® takes one big undesirable element out of your day-to-day.

No. 3: We make the most of your time.

We know your time is in short supply. Invisalign^® is efficient on more than a few fronts:

• Treatment requires fewer visits to the doctor’s office – Unlike braces, Invisalign^® aligners are not permanently fixed to the teeth and do not need to be regularly adjusted by your dentist. You simply wear the removable aligners each day for 20 to 22 hours. Each aligner should be worn in the correct sequence for one or two weeks. In-office visits are only scheduled periodically, so our dentists, Drs. Vanessa L. Quihuis and Anthony F.R. Quihuis can ensure that treatment is on schedule and progressing well.
• Treatment can be completed in a fraction of the time as braces. The average Invisalign^® patient straightens their teeth and corrects their bite imbalances in nine to 12 months. Some patients with more modest cosmetic needs may complete treatment in just six months.

With Invisalign^®, fewer complications can interfere with our adult patients’ busy and active lives. Due to Invisalign’s unique design, damage to the “hardware” involved with treatment is minimized. There are, after all, no wires that can break and require yet another trip to the dentist’s office. Since the aligners can be removed for meals, brushing, and flossing, you won’t have additional problems or challenges associated with the treatment itself; for instance, your ability to clean your teeth does not suffer. Your teeth and gums stay healthy and remain decay-free throughout treatment.

Shine Dental Arts encourages you to get to know Invisalign^® firsthand. During your consultation, our Ahwatukee team in Phoenix, Arizona, can even show you what your smile will look like after treatment, as Invisalign uses advanced simulation software. Call (480) 893-3072 to schedule your visit today.

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