Great Neck Invisalign Dentist
For straighter teeth without having to deal with the drawbacks of traditional metal braces, we'd like to tell you more about what our
Great Neck Invisalign dentist can do for you. When you think about metal braces, you probably associate them with a big sign on you that reads, “I am wearing braces.” You might feel self-conscious about talking, laughing, or eating around other people. Furthermore, metal braces take some adjustment time. Especially early on, they can lead to discomfort by digging into your gums. And while many patients eventually get used to the braces and find themselves more at home with them, here at Great Neck Natural Smiles, we would like you to have a comfortable experience right from the get-go, and invisible braces that will keep your decision to align your teeth private.
Invisalign is a series of aligners made of clear plastic that you will wear, and that will lead to a more ideal positioning of your teeth. Aside from its visual advantage, the first thing that you will notice sets it apart from metal braces is that you will not wear just one, but from 12 to as many as 48 over the course of your treatment. Each aligner is made right here at our office using advanced technology and a state-of-the-art 3-D computer by our
Great Neck Invisalign dentist. You will wear an aligner for about two weeks and then move on to the next one. The second major distinction is that the aligners are removable. You take them out to brush and floss, making oral hygiene easier and more efficient. You also take out your aligner to eat, which means that you are not restricted as to the types of food you can eat while wearing Invisalign. Otherwise, you keep your aligner in all the time, even as you sleep.
Having orthodontic treatment is associated with a better-looking smile, and that is most certainly true. But it's also a dental health issue. Crooked teeth are more difficult to floss between effectively, leading to a greater risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Plus, shifting teeth may cause you discomfort and even throw off your occlusion (bite).
Great Neck Natural Smiles
55 Northern Boulevard, Ste 203
Great Neck, New York 11021
(516) 279-1927
By Great Neck Natural Smiles
March 18, 2016
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