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If you want perfectly straight teeth, but don’t want to go through the awkward phases of traditional metal braces, then Invisalign may be a great solution for you.
Invisalign is a discrete orthodontic treatment that involves wearing a set of clear aligners. Over time, the aligners will pull your teeth into their most optimal position, effectively giving you the smile you’ve always wanted.
If you are interested in Invisalign and have been reading up on this treatment, then you probably found out that the aligners cannot fix all alignment and bite issues.
And while that’s true, you should know that today, Invisalign can treat more conditions than ever before, and part of that is thanks to its attachments. Check out this short article to discover everything you need to know about Invisalign attachments!
To get Invisalign in McFarland, your orthodontist will make a custom set of clear aligners that fit your teeth, which you will have to wear for around 20-23 hours every single day.
As the aligners make direct contact with your teeth, they will slowly move them into a new position. Throughout your treatment, you will need to switch aligners from time to time to ensure your teeth follow the direction established by your orthodontist.
In some cases, however, the trays alone cannot make contact with the teeth, which means they do not apply enough pressure in order to move them.
This is where the attachments come in.
Invisalign attachments are small buttons that are bonded to the natural surface of your teeth. The goal of these buttons is to become anchor points that allow the aligners to apply enough pressure on your natural teeth and realign them.
Invisalign buttons have been incredibly important in offering more people access to this type of orthodontic treatment. Thanks to them, Invisalign can treat minor and even moderate cases of misaligned teeth or bite issues.
Additionally, Invisalign treatment can also contain another type of add-on: elastic. These rubber bands are used to help improve jaw position and exert more control over the realignment process.
If you need to have attachments, it will make your Invisalign treatment slightly more visible. However, it’s nowhere near traditional metal braces, so you will still get a very discreet orthodontic treatment.
Buttons can be made to match the color of your teeth, which is a popular option for patients who require these add-ons on their front teeth.
If you want to know whether you’re a good candidate for Invisalign, Dr. Kevin DeGroot can help you find out during a consultation.
To get started, book an appointment at Lakeview Modern Dentistry online.
Have more questions about Invisalign or our practice? Then call us today at (608) 716-8622 to chat with our team and schedule a consultation!
