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Misconceptions About Invisalign, Busted

Invisalign is a treatment that replaces traditional metal braces with a system of clear trays that fit over your teeth completely invisibly. This procedure is very popular with adults who want to correct crooked teeth, but don’t want to look at the unattractive “metal mouth” look they recall from their teen years. As your Invisalign specialist or dentist in Merrick, we are here to help you understand the misconceptions about Invisalign that you may have heard.

Invisalign Orthodontics Do Not Offer a Long-Lasting Change

Many clients have admitted that they believe their teeth will shift back out of place after they have completed the Invisalign treatment. This misconception about Invisalign could not be further from the truth. While it is true that Invisalign clear braces take only a fraction of the time that traditional braces do to correct your teeth, that does not mean that the results will not last. As long as you wear your retainer every night, your teeth will maintain their new, straight alignment.

Invisalign cannot treat severe bite issues or severely misaligned teeth; however, when it comes to the mild crooked teeth that so many adults struggle with in this Merrick, clear braces are just as effective as traditional braces, and every bit as long lasting.

Invisalign Orthodontics Are More Costly

One of the leading misconceptions about Invisalign is that it is a costly procedure that insurance will not cover. But the fact is that your dentist or Invisalign specialist considers this procedure a standard orthodontics procedure now, so any insurance that covers metal braces has started to cover clear braces as well. And while Invisalign can represent a higher cost up front, they typically only take 12 months to completely transform your teeth. When you compare the long-term cost of metal braces, the two treatments are comparable in price. And because you save money on less orthodontics appointments with Invisalign, you can actually save money with this treatment.

Contact Your Dentist in Merrick to Learn More

If you are interested in learning more about the many misconceptions about Invisalign, and how this treatment could be the best solution for your oral health care, please give us a call at Port Washington Dental Care in Merrick. We can be reached at 516-378-1725, or through our website’s contact us form We are always happy to discuss how clear braces can transform your smile very quickly, with long-lasting results.

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