If you made it to young adulthood, middle age, or retirement without orthodontics, it may feel a little silly to start an Invisalign journey now. However, many adults discover that whether they had braces as teens or not, there are some problems with their oral health that they just can’t overlook – and that could be corrected with customized Invisalign for adults. Here are just some of the reasons why.
1. Your Teeth Have Changed
As we age, our bodies change, and that includes our mouths and teeth too. You may notice, for example, that food gets stuck in between certain teeth all the time when that never used to happen. Teeth can physically shift and switch as the years go by. Tweaking your smile with a brief course of Invisalign can make your teeth look better and work better and eliminate the need for emergency or restorative dentistry as you age.
2. Teeth Grinding Is a Problem
Misalignment can occur because of teeth grinding, or teeth grinding can happen because of misalignment. Invisalign for adults corrects problems like these, and many adults discover they are eligible for light Invisalign which only takes several months to complete. Even if you’re an average patient, the typical treatment time is only one year and in that time the teeth grinding is corrected and the negative side effects of that problem, like enamel erosion and gum recession.
3. Your Smile Looks Different
If you realize your teeth have started to look different in photos, it’s not a fluke or a bad angle – your teeth may very well be shifting out of place. Sometimes teeth move because of a lack of retainer wear after braces which leads to a relapse of the way teeth used to be. A tooth might overlap another tooth or gaps may develop – eventually, other people will notice. These changes aren’t uncommon as a person ages, but they can be corrected with Invisalign.
4. You’re Tired of Tooth Decay and Infections
What does Invisalign for adults have to do with tooth decay? Plenty. When teeth are not in alignment, they’re more difficult to floss and brush, which means bacteria and plaque build up and lead to cavities, root infections, and more. Aligning your smile with Invisalign can stop these oral health problems from reoccurring. If you’re prone to dental emergencies, it’s important to recognize that the positioning of your teeth along with your dental habits could contribute to the state of your oral health – straight teeth are healthier teeth.
Invisalign for Adults Can Change Your Life
Many adults have been told that their overbite or other alignment problem cannot be corrected with Invisalign, Fastbraces, or any of their friends. When you work with an experienced Invisalign provider, though, you’ll discover just how much is possible when it comes to changing your teeth and making them look and work better. Invisalign is meant for adults, now find out if it’s right for you from certified Invisalign provider Dr. Charmaine Johnson at Premier Smile Center in Fort Lauderdale. Schedule a consultation today.
