Invisalign Teeth Straightening: Can it damage your teeth?

Invisalign teeth straighteners have overtaken traditional metal braces for straightening your teeth. They are faster, invisible, and more convenient for the task. However, patients in Albuquerque are often concerned if it can cause any damage to teeth. Dr. Mark Johnson assures them that the positive results of Invisalign outweigh the rare risks.

How Does Invisalign Work?

Invisalign teeth straightening is a set of transparent plastic tooth aligners custom fabricated for each patient based on their requirements. The patient changes the aligner trays every two weeks and uses the next tray in the series. 

Invisible aligners have been widely used discreetly in straightening teeth since FDA approved them in 1998.

How Can Invisalign Harm Your Teeth?

Though the probability of any harm from Invisalign aligners is very low, you should be aware of the following issues so you can take proper precautions.

• Tooth vitality: Aligners can affect the vitality of the teeth. Suppose you have sustained injuries previously; this treatment can damage the nerves of the teeth. Taking special precautions in such situations is the best. You may need a root canal or restorative treatment before going in for Invisalign treatment.

• Root resorption: Invisalign aligners move the teeth by causing a cellular response in the roots of the teeth to move them. Sometimes, this can damage the ends of the roots.  

• Other damages: Drinks other than water, such as fruit juice and fizzy drinks, can get stuck under the aligner damaging your teeth.

You can prevent these issues with your dentist’s proper instructions and quality treatment. With 30+ years of experience, Dr. Mark Johnson takes care of all these issues during the treatment to give you the perfect healthy smile.

Benefits of Invisalign

The benefits offered by invisible aligners always outweigh the minor risk factors. The significant benefits of Invisalign are:

Fast and convenient: While metal braces take 18 to 24 months for your teeth alignment treatment, the average treatment period for Invisalign is about 12 months.

Easy to remove: Metal braces need to be on your teeth 24/7. In contrast, you can take out invisible aligners to enjoy your favorite meals and for cleaning purposes. However, you are advised to wear them at least 22 hours a day for better results.

Invisible: The name ‘Invisalign’ itself suggests that they are not visible. Hence you do not feel uncomfortable sharing your smile when you are under tooth straightening treatment. It is a great deal for children and teenagers—also an add-on benefit for adults who are conscious about how their smiles appear in public.

If you are Google searching for Invisalign near me or Invisalign teeth straightening in Albuquerque, Mark W. Johnson, DDS is the right place for you.

Dr. Mark Johnson and his team at Mark W. Johnson, DDS of Albuquerque, New Mexico, have various options for teeth alignment and other oral problems. Call (505) 926-5160 today to schedule an appointment.