Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that not only helps to improve oral health and aesthetics. Until not so long ago, orthodontics meant talking about metal brackets. However, in recent years, new options have appeared that are just as effective as traditional brackets and that also offer many other advantages. The Impress clinic specializes in this type of orthodontics, with the philosophy of combining health and aesthetics to achieve the best smiles.
Impress clear aligners
Clear aligners are a completely different type of orthodontics from the previous ones and offer numerous advantages. First of all, the material from which the aligners are made is different to that of braces, as they are made from rigid polyurethane, a special plastic made with the latest medical technology.
The aligners are removable, facilitating dental cleaning and making many of the limitations in terms of eating that exist with traditional orthodontics disappear. In addition, as they are transparent, they go completely unnoticed. However, the fact that they are different from braces does not mean that they are less effective, quite the opposite: you can achieve the same results in even less time.
The vast majority of patients who need treatment to align their teeth can opt for removable braces. This type of orthodontics is effective for the simplest cases, but also for the most complex ones. Moreover, there is no minimum age to start.
What malocclusions can be treated?
Invisible aligners are used to treat many dental and malocclusion problems including:
- Overcrowding / crowding of teeth due to lack of space
- Open occlusion
- Overjet
- Deep malocclusion
- Posterior crossbite
- Separated teeth/diastema
The first time you visit your orthodontist, they will tell you if your case can be treated with removable braces. In addition, by using Impress treatments you can improve your oral health in a fast, simple, and economical way.
Why choose the Impress option for aligning your teeth?
Impress invisible aligners can treat cases ranging from normal to complex, both aesthetic and health-related. In addition, the removable invisible orthodontics has many advantages over braces and other types of orthodontics. Here are some of the most relevant ones:
Duration of treatment
The average duration of treatment with invisible aligners is usually between 6 and 14 months. The time also depends on the difficulty of each case but, in general, the duration is usually less than with braces, which tends to be approximately 18 months.
Less painful
Another advantage of invisible aligners is that they are generally less painful than braces. In addition, because brackets are not attached to the tooth surface, they are less likely to cause sores or other types of wounds inside the mouth. Finally, as the movements are more progressive, you will only notice a small amount of pressure when changing each set of aligners, unlike braces, which exert much greater pressure.
Aesthetics
As they are made of transparent medical plastic, aesthetics are not compromised, as the aligners go unnoticed when you smile. Thanks to this advantage, it is the perfect choice for people who work in front of the public or whose image is very important for their career, such as actors or actresses, or simply people who may feel self-conscious about smiling with braces.
Comfort and hygiene
One of the great advantages of invisible aligners is that they are removable, so you can take them out to eat or clean them, so there is no need to deprive yourself of certain foods. However, it is important to wear them for a minimum of 22 hours so that they perform the necessary movements in the predicted time.
Aligners are easy to remove and clean. You only need a brush, water, and neutral soap to keep them clean. Oral hygiene is also facilitated thanks to the fact that you will have better access to all the corners of your mouth, as you will only have to remove the aligners to brush your teeth.