You may have heard of Invisalign, the renowned teeth-straightening treatment that has been gaining traction over the past decade. However, there are still many misconceptions about how it works. This blog post will dispel some of the most common myths and give you the truth about this innovative treatment. As a leading provider of Invisalign, the experienced team at Szymanowski Orthodontics can help you understand whether this treatment can work for you!
Myth #1: Invisalign is high-maintenance
Many people believe that Invisalign requires more upkeep than traditional braces. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth! Invisalign is incredibly low-maintenance, and most patients only need to adjust their aligners every two weeks. Plus, with Dr. Damon Szymanowski’s expertise, you can rest assured that your treatment plan is tailored to your specific needs and will be as successful as possible.
In addition, you don’t have to worry about the same food concerns as you would with traditional braces, especially since you remove your aligners for every meal. Similarly, brushing and flossing are a breeze since you don’t need to work around brackets and archwire.
Myth #2: Invisalign doesn’t work as well as traditional braces
Invisalign has been proven to provide results as effective—if not more effective—than traditional braces. Plus, the process is much quicker and less painful than traditional braces. While this may not be the ideal treatment for more severe cases and jaw alignment issues, Invisalign can help achieve incredible results.
Myth #3: Invisalign isn’t for everyone
Many people believe that Invisalign is only suitable for certain types of teeth or certain kinds of cases. However, this isn’t the case. Szymanowski Orthodontics offers Invisalign to patients of all ages and with a wide range of issues. While we wouldn’t typically recommend Invisalign for children, anyone from their early teens to their adult years can benefit from this treatment. Dr. Damon can help you decide whether Invisalign is the right choice based on your specific needs and goals.
Myth #4: Invisalign is more expensive than traditional braces
When this system first hit the market, it was substantially more costly than traditional braces. Luckily, with many more orthodontic treatments being released today, the cost of Invisalign is relatively modest. At Szymanowski Orthodontics, we make Invisalign as affordable as possible by working with patients to create payment plans suited to their needs. In addition, Szymanowski Orthodontics also accepts all major insurance and offers discounts on Invisalign treatments in certain circumstances.
Myth #5: Invisalign is painful
Contrary to popular belief, Invisalign aligners are not painful to wear. Most patients find the treatment relatively comfortable and even more so than traditional braces since there isn’t any metal or wires involved. Dr. Damon works with each patient individually to ensure their comfort and satisfaction throughout the process.
Treat your smile with Invisalign
The bottom line is that Invisalign isn’t just an effective and convenient treatment option—it’s a viable solution for almost any case! If you’re considering Invisalign, the Szymanowski Orthodontics team is here to help you make an informed decision. Contact us today to learn more about this innovative teeth-straightening technology and see if clear aligners are right for you.
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