{"id":583,"date":"2019-11-10T03:41:45","date_gmt":"2019-11-10T03:41:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/?p=583"},"modified":"2019-12-11T21:13:04","modified_gmt":"2019-12-11T21:13:04","slug":"3-reasons-to-choose-invisalign-clear-aligners-to-fix-your-bite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/3-reasons-to-choose-invisalign-clear-aligners-to-fix-your-bite\/","title":{"rendered":"Invisalign \u2013 It\u2019s More Than Just a Cosmetic Solution for Your Teeth!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/invisalign_2___1551399590_70312.jpg\" alt=\"attractive woman inserting Invisalign aligner\" class=\"wp-image-584\" width=\"314\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/invisalign_2___1551399590_70312.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/invisalign_2___1551399590_70312-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/invisalign_2___1551399590_70312-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 314px) 100vw, 314px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s face it; having gapped, crooked, crowded or <a href=\"file:\/\/\/C:\/Users\/Jamal\/AppData\/Local\/Temp\/misaligned\">misaligned teeth<\/a> isn\u2019t your ideal way of living. Not only does it make it harder to carry out your normal functions of chewing and speaking, but it can also take a toll on your confidence. In times past, the only remedy was to be fitted with a set of metal braces. Thankfully, Invisalign in Virginia Beach offers a way to fix your teeth in a more enjoyable manner. As you continue reading, learn 3 reasons why you should choose Invisalign to correct your bite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are Invisalign Aligners?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A form of cosmetic braces, Invisalign aligners are designed to help adults and teens correct their bites without the usage of brackets and wires. In addition to the cosmetic benefits of the aligners being clear and discreet, there are other advantages of choosing Invisalign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 \u2013 Lifestyle Maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While traditional braces are highly-effective at correcting a host of bite issues, patients who undergo this type of treatment are forced to make some lifestyle changes. For starters, foods like chips, peanut butter and popcorn can\u2019t be eaten with braces. That\u2019s because they can cause such problems as dislodged brackets or broken wires.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some basic rules that patients with braces have to\ntake into account when it comes to food consumption:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nothing hard<\/li><li>Nothing sticky<\/li><li>No big mouthfuls<\/li><li>No tearing things with your teeth<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since Invisalign aligners are removable, none of these\nfactors apply. That makes a huge difference in the treatment process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 \u2013 Normal Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another challenge that patients who wear traditional braces face is that they can\u2019t brush their teeth like they normally would. Additionally, they can\u2019t use the traditional type of dental floss. This presents a significant challenge given that one of the major issues facing Americans is periodontal (gum) disease, which flossing on a regular basis plays a major role in preventing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Again, these are issues that don\u2019t come into play with\nInvisalign aligners. With the latter, you can perform your usual oral hygiene\nhabits to ensure your teeth and gums remain healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 \u2013 Shorter Treatment Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most attractive perks of Invisalign is that the treatment time is often shorter than that of traditional braces. The latter averages around 24 months, but with Invisalign, the treatment process can be as short as 10 months. Be mindful, though, that this time period is not etched in stone, because your dentist will first need to examine your bite to determine the severity of your malocclusion (bite issues). Then, a plan will be mapped out to meet your specific needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find out if Invisalign is a good fit for you and how long your treatment will take, reach out to your dentist in Virginia Beach to schedule an initial visit. Soon, you\u2019ll discover that Invisalign has far more to offer than just a nice smile! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Stephanie L. Santos earned her dental degree from Virginia Commonwealth University. She then went on to complete an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency before starting her career as an Army dentist. Dr. Santos creates dream smiles with Invisalign treatment at Smile by Design, and she can be reached for more information through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s face it; having gapped, crooked, crowded or misaligned teeth isn\u2019t your ideal way of living. Not only does it make it harder to carry out your normal functions of chewing and speaking, but it can also take a toll on your confidence. 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