Did you know that in its 25 years, Invisalign has helped more than 14.5 million people worldwide to straighten their smiles? Many teens and adults choose this alternative to traditional orthodontics because it is more visually discreet than bulky metal brackets. Instead, this treatment utilizes clear plastic trays that fit snuggly over your teeth to reposition them.
This is a great way to enhance your appearance and boost your confidence, but having an evenly aligned grin also has several health benefits. Continue reading to learn more about three ways that Invisalign can improve your dental well-being!
Advantage #1: Improved Digestion
Many patients are surprised to learn that there’s a link between crooked teeth and digestive problems. However, if your pearly whites are misaligned, they’re less likely to come together correctly when you bite down. Not only can this potentially cause a malocclusion (bite misalignment), but it also impacts your body’s ability to absorb nutrients.
Your teeth are responsible for thoroughly grinding your meals into pieces small enough to be easily swallowed and digested. If they’re not in their rightful places, your chewing power suffers, and you end up eating larger chunks. This forces your stomach and intestines to work overtime to compensate, which can cause gastrointestinal issues or malnutrition.
Advantage #2: Prevent Dental Problems
If your teeth are overcrowded, meaning that they overlap in some areas, it’s harder to keep them clean. You might struggle to brush them at an appropriate angle or find that you’re unable to push floss between them to remove plaque and bacteria. Unfortunately, that means you’re more likely to develop issues like cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.
Thankfully, Invisalign starts shifting your teeth within the first few weeks, making them much more accessible. You can continue to practice your twice-daily at-home dental hygiene routine without wires and brackets to safeguard your smile.
Advantage #3: Avoid Physical Damage
When your teeth aren’t in their rightful placements, they sustain pressure in unintended ways every time you eat or speak. This can wear them down prematurely which leaves them vulnerable to injuries like chips, cracks, or fractures. Once their structure is compromised, it’s easier for harmful bacteria to penetrate them and cause disease or decay. This can lead to other issues, too, like lacerating the tender tissues inside your mouth on the jagged edges of damaged teeth.
Repositioning your grin ensures everything lines up correctly to protect and preserve your pearly whites.
As you can see, there are several health benefits to straightening your smile with Invisalign!
About the Practice
Patients of Dr. Suzanne Land & Associates benefit from a team of dentists dedicated to helping them build and maintain happy, healthy teeth and gums. They offer a full array of services conveniently under one roof and take the time to get to know your unique needs so they can tailor your treatment plan to meet them. Then, they utilize state-of-the-art technology to enhance your comfort while delivering accurate results intended to last. If you want a straighter grin, you can request a consultation on the website or call (856) 235-0449.