{"id":121,"date":"2018-12-16T18:26:23","date_gmt":"2018-12-16T18:26:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/?p=121"},"modified":"2019-01-16T18:28:56","modified_gmt":"2019-01-16T18:28:56","slug":"can-invisalign-in-fox-chapel-fix-my-crooked-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/2018\/12\/16\/can-invisalign-in-fox-chapel-fix-my-crooked-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Invisalign in Fox Chapel Fix My Crooked Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"104\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/48363539_10155754327301366_7397093427961135104_o-300x104.jpg\" alt=\"Invisalign case photo\" class=\"wp-image-122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/48363539_10155754327301366_7397093427961135104_o-300x104.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/48363539_10155754327301366_7397093427961135104_o-768x265.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/48363539_10155754327301366_7397093427961135104_o-1024x354.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/48363539_10155754327301366_7397093427961135104_o.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A well-aligned set of teeth is attractive, but the benefits\ngo beyond aesthetics. Straight teeth are easier to clean and are less likely to\nexperience problems like decay and premature wear and tear. If you have\nmisaligned teeth but do not want to wear traditional braces, you may be\nthinking about asking your dentist if Invisalign in Fox Chapel is an\nappropriate solution for you. Let\u2019s talk about some of the factors that go into\ndetermining who is a good candidate for this treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Invisalign\u2019s Effectiveness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like braces, clear aligners work by applying gentle,\nsustained pressure to the teeth, slowly moving them over time. However, traditional\nmetal braces have broader applications than Invisalign; they\u2019re able to correct\neven severe tooth misalignment and other orthodontic problems. Most of the\ntime, Invisalign is best for use in cases of mild to moderate overcrowding or\nspacing issues. It may also be used to address minor bite problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you may notice in the photo that accompanies this blog,\nthe results Invisalign produces are not always \u201cperfect,\u201d but they are still a\nhuge improvement over a patient\u2019s previous situation. The patient in the photo\nwas thrilled because she was able to straighten her teeth without the use of\nmetal brackets and wires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To find out if Invisalign is right for <em>your <\/em>teeth, visit a certified provider who can offer you an honest\nassessment of your situation. After they give you a realistic idea of how Invisalign\ncould help you, they\u2019ll recommend a treatment that they believe is best for\nyour circumstances. Then, you can make an informed and confident decision about\nwhether to move forward with Invisalign or to give further thought to\ntraditional braces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personal Preference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, the matter of determining which orthodontic\ntreatment is best boils down to a matter of personal preference. If either\nInvisalign or traditional braces could help you, you may opt for Invisalign\nbecause it offers some notable advantages, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Aesthetics.\n<\/strong>Invisalign is much less noticeable than traditional braces; as their name\nimplies, the aligners are almost invisible. <\/li><li><strong>Oral hygiene.<\/strong>\nBecause the aligners are removable, they make it easier to maintain proper oral\nhygiene.<\/li><li><strong>No\ndietary restrictions.<\/strong> Invisalign\u2019s removable nature allows you to eat\nalmost anything. After you eat, you should give your mouth and the aligner a\nquick cleaning before you place it back on your teeth.<\/li><li><strong>Speed.<\/strong>\nOftentimes, Invisalign works faster than traditional braces. The average treatment\ntime is about one year.<\/li><li><strong>Comfort.<\/strong>\nInvisalign has no brackets and wires that may irritate the soft tissues in your\nmouth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you ready to achieve a straighter, healthier smile?\nVisit your dentist in Fox Chapel to learn more about your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/orthodontics.html\">orthodontic treatment\noptions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Ray Voller is a general dentist with a certificate in\northodontics. He is proud to offer both clear aligner treatments (including\nInvisalign and ClearCorrect) and traditional braces. If you would like to talk\nto him about straightening your teeth, call one of our offices or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/contact.html\">contact us through our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A well-aligned set of teeth is attractive, but the benefits go beyond aesthetics. Straight teeth are easier to clean and are less likely to experience problems like decay and premature wear and tear. 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