Since orthodontics are thought to be a pre-teen or teenage dental treatment, there is a cultural expectation that adults do not have braces. Due to this, most adults would be uncomfortable wearing traditional metal braces – even if they desperately needed orthodontic treatment! Fortunately, due to our clear aligner orthodontic treatment known as Invisalign, adults no longer have to give up their dream of having an aligned smile. While there are numerous reasons why adults choose Invisalign, this article focuses on the top 5 reasons!

Reason #1: Invisalign Is Highly Effective

Invisalign clear aligners are made from polyurethane plastic and are customized to fit every person’s individual mouth. This revolutionary device is perfect for patients who have crooked teeth or a crowded mouth. Invisalign is very effective at resolving these issues and completely eliminates the need for having metal braces.

Reason #2: Invisalign Is Nearly Invisible

Invisalign clear aligners offers a most discreet orthodontic treatment option – especially compared to traditional metal braces and wires. When an adult is wearing Invisalign, it is not very noticeable and is virtually invisible. Therefore, the aesthetics of Invisalign is particularly appealing for those who may be self-conscious about having to wear braces at their adult age.

Reason #3: Comfort + Convenience

Invisalign clear aligners are made of smooth plastic. This material is considerably more comfortable than the metal brackets and wires required for traditional braces, as metal causes pain and wires can cause irritation to the mouth and gums. Additionally, adult patients with busy schedules absolutely love the convenience of Invisalign, as this treatment requires significantly fewer visits to the dentist compared to traditional braces and the aligners are usually provided in sets that patients can switch out themselves every few weeks!

Sign #4: Invisalign Is Removable

Unlike traditional braces, invisalign aligners are removable. In fact, they are routinely removed when eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing. Therefore, Invisalign requires no dietary restrictions, and oral care routines are not affected either. Many adult patients also remove their Invisalign clear aligners for special occasions – from weddings to date night to holidays to photo shoots and everything in between! This removability factor is much appreciated by patients, as it allows for more flexibility in their daily life and activities.

Sign #5: Clear Expectations

Invisalign utilizes proprietary imaging technology to create a digital treatment plan for the patient, thereby allowing them the ability to visualize how their teeth will gradually move into place. This sets clear expectations for results and gives patients the ability to see how the final outcome should look before ever starting treatment. This imaging technology is reassuring for adults and also provides motivation for them to wear the clear aligners and stick to the treatment plan!

Is There A Less Costly Alternative To Invisalign?

As a lower-cost alternative to Invisalign, we can also offer ClearCorrect dental aligners. While less of a household name, ClearCorrect works in much of the same way as Invisalign and has been manufacturing their aligners in Texas since 2006. In general, ClearCorrect treatments tend to work using fewer aligners. For this reason, orthodontic treatment with ClearCorrect tends to be more affordable than Invisalign.

“Invisalign and ClearCorrect are both excellent, highly-effective alternatives to traditional metal braces. We will go over all orthodontic options with you during an orthodontic consultation and help you find the one that meets your needs, goal, and budget!”
Eddie Lorents, DDS