When most people hear about adult orthodontics, they become concerned about visible braces and discomfort. But of course, there are now many other options that you can use to realign your smile that will not use metal brackets or wires and will not cause extensive discomfort. Welcome to the world of clear and invisible aligners.
These options are visually discreet and can correct issues that are considered mild to moderate. And so, if you are eager to correct a couple of protruding teeth at the front of your mouth, or indeed to have those gaps in your smile closed, you could be suitable!
And if you aren’t sure about your suitability for Invisalign in Cornwall, come along to Archway Dental Surgery and we will assess if you could proceed with an invisible aligner. At Archway Dental, we have extensive experience in the use of these aligners and will choose one that is best suited to correct your misalignment needs.
So, with that in mind, what are some of the advantages of using Invisalign in Cornwall? Read on to find out our top 5!
Improved oral health
Straighter teeth are easier to clean.
And whenever you begin treatment with a brace or aligner like Invisalign in Cornwall, as your teeth straighten, they will be easier to clean, floss and maintain. As a result, they will be less likely to suffer from cavities and gum disease, thus boosting your dental health.
Improved physical health
Plaque in your mouth can cause a myriad of short-term health issues, such as the increased risk of ulcers, cold sores and even gastrointestinal issues.
When you use invisible braces to straighten your teeth, the harmful levels of plaque in your mouth will reduce and will benefit your mouth, your stomach and your overall health.
Improved speech
Misaligned teeth at the front of the mouth can create issues with speech, especially when pronouncing letters such as ‘s’ or words that begin with ‘th.’
By straightening your teeth, your tongue can correctly connect with your teeth, and enable your speech to become clearer, which will help with your pronunciation and inflexion.
Improved sleep
Interestingly, if you have misaligned teeth, you run a higher risk of nocturnal bruxism and tooth grinding.
Why? Because your teeth are not fitting together properly and when you fall asleep and your muscles relax, they do not fit together correctly and will grind. This has been linked to poorer quality sleep, headaches and migraines.
So, by correcting these misalignment issues you are reducing the incidents of bruxism, improving your sleep and of course, getting rid of those painful headaches and migraines.
Improved long-term outcome
The link between plaque in the mouth (on the teeth and gums) has been made to countless long-term conditions, such as the increased risk of cancer, heart disease and diabetes.
And so, by wearing invisible braces that help with the cleaning of teeth and gums, you are reducing the chances of developing long-term, serious health disorders, such as the ones mentioned before.