Invisalign Go: Did you know?

If a straighter smile is top of your new year’s resolution list, there are a number of minimally invasive and even invisible options to consider.

Invisalign Go is the latest system that straightens teeth using a series of clear plastic aligners which are custom-made for your mouth. Dr Jennifer Collins, our lead general dentist, shares four facts to know before choosing Invisalign Go.

#1 Suitability

Invisalign Go is an ideal treatment method for patients wishing to correct mild overcrowding, gaps or alignment issues with the front ten teeth. It is typically not recommended for more complex orthodontic cases. Your dentist or orthodontist will first need to assess a range of factors and advise you on the treatment best suited to your individual needs.

#2 Treatment time 

For best results, Invisalign Go aligners need to be worn for 20-22 hours each day. The treatment time varies from patient to patient but it can be as short as 3-6 months. As the aligners are built from a 3D scan of your teeth in a lab, progress visits are kept to a minimum, approximately every 4-6 weeks.

#3 Comfort and aesthetics 

One of the biggest advantages of Invisalign Go is that the retainers are virtually invisible. Although an aligner may feel a little tight at the start of an alignment step, they are comfortable to wear and easy to remove. They also eliminate the discomfort associated with tightening traditional metal braces.

#4 Discipline

You can remove your aligners to eat or brush and floss your teeth as normal. It requires discipline to replace them after eating. You also need to brush your teeth before replacing aligners, as food particles can stop your teeth from moving to the desired position. Trapped food can also put you at increased risk of cavities and bad breath.

Dr Jennifer Collins is a certified Invisalign Go provider. To book a FREE Invisalign Go consultation at Northumberland Dental Care, contact us here