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Invisalign Clear Braces: A Whole New Way To Achieve Your Dream Smile

At Adult Dentistry of Ballantyne, Charlotte NC we understand that most people think of kids and teens when they consider braces and the process of correcting crooked, misshapen teeth. However, the truth is that patients of all ages can benefit from straighter teeth. And for adults who don’t want to sacrifice their smile to metal braces — even temporarily — Invisalign Clear Braces are the ultimate solution.

While straight teeth are undeniably essential to a beautiful smile, they are also important for the overall health of your mouth. Crooked teeth are at much greater risk for plaque buildup and decay, since their misalignment creates tough-to-reach crevices where harmful microorganisms can hide. In addition, misaligned teeth can be much harder to floss and properly brush, leading to greater risk of decay. Crooked teeth also exhibit more damaging bite patterns and irritate the gums. These issues combined put not only your teeth but your entire mouth at risk.

Even patients who may have had braces as children are susceptible to the drifting and misalignment of teeth. Over many decades, it is entirely possible that another round of teeth straightening may be required. These cases are the perfect fit for Invisalign treatment. No matter hold old a patient is, or how complex their straightening needs may be, Invisalign can provide a fast, effortless and aesthetically pleasing solution.

Invisalign treatment consists of wearing a series of custom-made aligners that correct the teeth a little at a time. Every case is unique, but the individual aligners are typically worn for a few weeks each. They can easily be removed for eating, brushing and flossing, but are worn at all other times. The aligners are uniquely crafted to gradually push the teeth in a given direction, with each new aligner building on the work of the previous, until the desired effect is achieved.

Traditionally, wearing braces meant several years of treatment, along with lip and gum irritation, food particles lodged in brackets and many other annoyances. With Invisalign, patients need not worry about any of these problems. The aligners are thin and completely safe and comfortable in the mouth. Since they are removed when eating or brushing, they are much easier to keep clean.

Further, many Invisalign patients can complete their teeth straightening in a year or less. And possibly the best part: Only you will know that you are wearing the aligners.

Dr. Rob Harrell and the entire staff at Adult Dentistry of Ballantyne are passionate about helping patients achieve their perfect smile and Invisalign is one of the most effective and non-invasive ways to meet that goal. For a free, no-obligation smile consultation with Dr. Harrell, call 704-541-9888 or contact us today. During your consultation a complimentary digital smile preview (an $85 value) will be created to show how you will look when your treatment is complete.