Thursday 25 / April / 2024
If you’re concerned about the alignment of your teeth and the very idea of seeing an orthodontist scares you, then you are not alone. Until a few years ago, metal braces were the only real option to straighten one’s teeth. The biggest disadvantage of having metal braces is that it makes you feel very self-conscious of the brace-y smile.
With enormous technological advances in the dental field, orthodontic treatment has come a long way since the days of bulky, highly noticeable metal braces. The years of wearing metal braces and elastic bands has been made a thing of the past. Although metal braces are still an incredibly popular option, however less invasive methods have risen in popularity over the past decade.
Globally there are top three emerging trends in orthodontics, which drive many of the products and services available to patients and they are discretion, comfort and convenience.
It is precisely these kinds of demands in the marketplace that has made treatment options like Incognito Hidden braces and Invisalign as the preferred choice of treatment globally. Incognito hidden braces unlike the traditional braces is completely invisible as they are placed on the back side of the teeth where they are completely out of sight.
They are alternatively called lingual braces as well. These are customised for each patient and can therefore be used to treat nearly any orthodontic issue. Incognito braces have a custom built-in prescription on each brace of each patient’s tooth for the ultimate control and performance of tooth movement and has treated over 100,000 patients worldwide.
It is a supreme combination of aesthetics and precision. These invisible braces are effective in correcting most orthodontics problems, including dental issues such as incorrect tooth positions and crooked teeth, spaces between teeth, and bite problems.
Incognito braces are made of gold alloy, which means that they are an excellent option if an allergy to nickel has previously prevented you from getting orthodontic treatment.
It can sometimes take a little longer to get used to the feel of braces on the rear of your teeth than with those fixed to the front of them, but most people adapt very quickly and are surprised by how comfortable Incognito lingual braces are.
Another revolutionary option in orthodontics is Invisalign, their smile straightening system is extremely easy for adults to work with and has virtually zero impact on their busy lifestyles. This is precisely the reason that Invisalign is slowly becoming a preferred treatment choice in adults’ orthodontics. Patients, especially adults, expect their orthodontic options to be attractive, pain-free and easy to work with their busy lifestyle.
Invisalign unlike traditional braces uses clear aligners that is virtually invisible. Invisalign is also removable and they fit snugly over your teeth, guiding them into their place. The treatment usually involves wearing a series of clear plastic trays on the teeth for 20-22 hours each day. Every couple of weeks, a new set of trays replaces the old set. For correcting basic cosmetic problems with discrete appliances, Invisalign is usually the go-to choice. Orthodontic treatments in the past functioned with heavy forces to move teeth into place.
They were regarded as uncomfortable and something no one looked forward to going through. That simply isn’t the case any longer. Straighter, more attractive teeth can have a huge health as well as psychological benefit as oral hygiene becomes much easier without tight and twisted teeth.
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Dr Siju George (BDS, MDS) is Specialist Orthodontist at Wassan Specialty Dental Center
