Misaligned or crooked teeth are not appealing. They can make maintaining oral hygiene difficult. Uncleaned teeth can lead to the development of periodontal disease and tooth decay. Braces can help align teeth. However, most people now opt to wear Invisalign more than braces. Read on to learn why to choose Invisalign over braces.

Confidence

Your smile can make you self-conscious. Metal braces can affect your confidence by making your mouth less attractive. It will look unsightly with all the wires and brackets. They are not easy to ignore, especially in adults. It becomes even worse if you eat and food gets caught in the braces without your knowledge. 

Most people who wear Invisalign love them because they are not easy to notice. They make it look like one is not wearing braces. A person can only know you have aligners if they stand close to you. They make you confident when talking to your friends, coworkers, and members of your family. Invisalign may be the right option if you are self-conscious about your teeth or smile.

Easy to Clean

Cleaning your teeth with braces on can be a challenge. Food particles get stuck in areas of your teeth that are difficult to access. As a result, this can cause poor dental hygiene. But with Invisalign, you can easily pop them out to clean your teeth. 

Brushing or flossing with wires and brackets is often challenging. In contrast, Invisalign is removable to enable you to protect your oral health by keeping your teeth and mouth clean. It is vital to maintain proper oral hygiene with your aligner trays. Brush twice and floss daily. Remember to clean your trays regularly to prevent bacteria buildup.

Eat Your Favorite Meals

Patients who get braces are instructed by their orthodontists to avoid certain foods. They must avoid chewing gums. Unfortunately, those who disobey or ignore their specialist’s guidelines end up damaging their wires or brackets.

The good news about getting Invisalign is that you can enjoy your favorite meals. There are no diet restrictions. You can take the trays off when eating and enjoy anything you want without causing any damage to the aligners. 

More Comfort

Anything new always takes some time to be comfortable. The same also applies to your mouth. However, Invisalign is more comfortable to have than braces. They do not have sharp edges. Braces can irritate the cheeks due to their sharpness.

Invisalign does not require tightening like braces. Your orthodontist will give you multiple Invisalign sets to change every two weeks, as each has a slight adjustment from the prior one. Putting on a new set can make you feel tightness slightly. However, it will only last up to one or two days.

Fewer Visits to Your Orthodontist

People with braces must practice patience as they will need multiple trips to their orthodontist. With Invisalign, your specialist will give you different sets to change by yourself. You will still have to attend routine appointments with your orthodontist, but they will not be as frequent as when you have braces. Your specialist will have to check your progress with the aligners.

For more about Invisalign, visit Clean Smile Dental at our office in Lancaster, California. Call (661) 942-1181 to book an appointment today.