Getting Invisalign in Glasgow

Cosmetic dentistry is an expert field of dentistry intended to focus on refining and enriching the appearance of your teeth. In contrast to general dentistry which emphasises methods of prevention and restoration, cosmetic dentistry gives more attention to improving the overall aesthetics of your teeth. Some of the more common cosmetic dentistry procedures involve teeth whitening, porcelain veneers and Invisalign Glasgow which can all be carried out here at Buttercup 7 Day Dental.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign Glasgow is not only an effective solution but also a permanent resolution to achieving teeth that look straighter. Unlike metal braces which are obvious, Invisalign involves having to wear sets of transparent plastic aligners more commonly known as ‘trays’ to accomplish identical results to those of traditional braces. The treatment works by applying mild pressure on the teeth to migrate them into a unified position gradually over time, while also not appearing to be as obvious as metal braces.

Invisalign Glasgow is designed to be able to treat numerous oral issues such as gaps between the teeth, misaligned teeth, overbites and crossbites. Fortunately, 3D scanning will help your dentist to envisage the evolution of your teeth using Invisalign so that they can create a tailor-made collection of aligners for you to wear during your treatment.

What is the process of getting Invisalign?

If you are considering getting Invisalign in Glasgow, it is important to know what to expect. The treatment begins with a preliminary consultation with your dentist consisting of a physical assessment of your teeth, and a thorough discussion of your medical history and what the process entails. There will be several 3D images taken of your teeth to visualise how your teeth will migrate throughout the treatment process; by looking at these images, your dentist will be able to create a tailor-made treatment plan consisting of a range of aligners which are all slightly different in shape to fit your teeth as they progress. In order to achieve the optimum results from the treatment, you will be expected to wear each individual set of aligners for up to eight weeks at a time. Bear in mind that each aligner will start off feeling somewhat tight when you initially wear it however they will loosen and fit better as your teeth slowly move in position. It is essential that you continue to wear your aligners every day until your treatment is over, however it is important to take them off before eating, drinking and brushing your teeth.

What are the benefits of Invisalign?

In recent years there has been a dramatic increase in how popular Invisalign is and the benefits they come with are endless. Invisalign is a common choice amongst adults who may have postponed getting their teeth straightened and now feel hesitant to wear conventional braces or for those who work in a professional setting. Invisalign aligners are removable whereas conventional braces are glued onto the surface of your teeth; this makes staining difficult, and maintenance of good oral hygiene easy as you can brush your teeth with nothing standing in the way. When you have metal braces fitted on, the brackets can sometimes break due to eating hard foods. However, as Invisalign aligners must be taken off before eating, and are made of plastic they are difficult to break.