Have you read that invisible aligners are too expensive for most people to afford?
At Archway Dental, our team knows all there is to know about Invisalign in Cornwall and can provide you with the most accurate information on this aligner. Well, compared to information that you may read in online forums!
But what is the truth about Invisalign in Cornwall? Here, our team breaks down 5 of the most common myths we are asked about at Archway Dental.
Myth 1- Invisible aligners don’t cause discomfort
You may have heard that Invisalign in Cornwall is a completely comfortable aligner to wear in daily life.
In comparison to other types of orthodontic tools, it can be seen as straightforward, however, we are sad to say that even in 2021, there is no such thing as a painless orthodontic procedure. But if when wearing your invisible aligner you notice extensive discomfort, please contact our team.
Myth 2- Few people are suitable for invisible aligners
Provided that you are over 18 years of age (for the adult version of these aligners), have good oral health and have a misalignment that is not too complicated, then you will probably be suitable for invisible aligners. To assess this correctly, our team will need to conduct an assessment of your teeth and mouth and then will provide advice on which realignment tool we feel is best suited to your needs.
Myth 3- They take longer than metal braces
It is easy to see where this myth comes from; metal braces are attached to the teeth and so, they are better equipped to move them quickly.
However, this is not the case; invisible aligners are designed to handle more straightforward cases of orthodontic misalignment and so, they take less time on average; around 3-6 months. Metal braces on the other hand are designed to handle more complex cases and so, they can take up to 3 years to correct misalignments.
Should you wish to proceed with invisible aligners, our team will be able to provide a rough guide on how long your case will take to correct. Great!
Myth 4- They are too expensive for most people to afford
This is one of the most common myths that we hear about.
Many patients have concerns that they won’t be able to afford this treatment or that dental teams will demand the money upfront!
Luckily, at Archway Dental, we know that money doesn’t fall from the sky and we can offer our suitable patients’ financing options, to help you spread the cost of the treatment.
For more information about this and to assess your suitability, talk to our team.
Myth 5- They can’t correct complex cases
In some ways, this may be correct; invisible aligners are not suited for correcting issues that revolve around the molar teeth, such as the movement or rotation of them.
But as the technology has advanced, invisible aligners have too and are now able to correct more extreme cases of over or underbites, and can also correct more complex spacing or overcrowding issues.
To be certain that you will benefit from wearing invisible aligners, contact our team at Archway Dental for an assessment.