Have you started hiding your smile when posing for the camera? You’re not the only one who doesn’t say “cheese!” In fact, three in five people hate how their smile looks. 

If you’re unhappy with the state of your smile, don’t worry; there’s an easy solution. Invisalign treatment can close gaps, straighten your teeth, and improve the appearance of your smile. Treatment is easy and painless, too.

Not convinced? Read on to discover the benefits of Invisalign treatment before making a choice today!

1. Avoid Bruxism

First, bite your teeth together and take a look at your reflection in the mirror. Do the bottom and top rows of your teeth align perfectly together? A misalignment might cause future oral health issues.

For example, a misalignment between the upper and bottom rows causes many people to grind their teeth.

Grinding your teeth, or bruxism, can wear down your protective tooth enamel. Once your enamel is gone, you can’t grow it back. Your enamel is responsible for protecting your teeth from decay.

You might start grinding your teeth due to stress and anxiety. As a result, erosion will start to change the color and shape of your teeth. You might notice your teeth feel rough around the edges.

Over time, your teeth could become more sensitive. Bruxism can also cause:

• Facial pain
• Headaches
• Sleep disruptions
• Stiffness or pain in the jaw
• Broken fillings or teeth
• Worn teeth
• Earaches

If these problems sound familiar, make sure to consult a dentist or orthodontist right away. Otherwise, your risk of tooth loss could increase with time.

Without treatment, you might also develop temporomandibular disorder (TMD).

One of the top benefits of Invisalign is its ability to straighten your teeth. The aligners can improve your bite, protecting your teeth from erosion. You can overcome your bruxism during treatment, too.  

Starting treatment now could protect your teeth from complications in the years to come. 

2. Minimize Risk of Decay

If there are gaps in your smile or a few teeth look crooked, you might struggle to brush and floss each tooth. Food particles and bacteria might linger in your mouth. Some particles might hide away between the gaps in your teeth, too.

Allowing particles and bacteria to linger in your mouth can lead to plaque development. Plaque is a sticky substance that clings to your teeth. Over time, plaque can harden into tartar.

You’ll need to schedule a professional dental cleaning to have the tartar removed. Otherwise, your risk of tooth decay and cavities will increase.

You might experience pain and other symptoms as well.

Instead of putting your dental health at risk, consider Invisalign treatment. Invisalign will straighten your teeth and close any gaps. Then, you can brush every tooth, keeping plaque and decay at bay. 

3. Maintain Gum Health

Remember, you might struggle to brush and floss if your teeth are crooked. Plaque and tartar could cause bacteria to spread throughout your mouth. Inflammation might develop as a result.

Inflammation and bacteria could put your gum health at risk. For example, you might develop gingivitis. Gingivitis can cause:

• Sensitivity
• Foul-smelling breath
• Pain when chewing
• Receding gum lines
• Bleeding gums
• Swollen, tender, or red gums
• Changes in how your teeth align
• Pus between the teeth and gums

If gingivitis develops into periodontitis, you might even lose teeth. Periodontitis can also increase your risk of serious health conditions. Meanwhile, bone and ligaments that hold your teeth in place might break down. 

According to this study, Invisalign could improve your periodontal health by reducing the number of bacteria around your teeth and gums.

With Invisalign treatment, you can improve your smile, avoid gum disease, and improve your overall health. 

4. Chew With Ease

Remember, gingivitis can change the alignment of your teeth. When your teeth aren’t in alignment, you might struggle to chew properly. You might start to avoid certain foods as a result.

If you don’t thoroughly chew what you eat, your stomach will have to work twice as hard to break down the food particles. You might start experiencing digestive issues. 

Invisalign can help fix different alignment issues, including over-, under-, and crossbites. Fixing your alignment issues can make it easier to chew.

You can enjoy your favorite foods and ensure your body receives the vitamins and nutrients it needs. 

5. Avoid Injuries

Do any of your teeth jut out at odd angles? Crooked teeth could increase your risk of injury. For example, you might knock out a tooth during a car or sporting accident.

The tooth might rip the inside of your cheek during an incident, too.

Invisalign can help you maintain straight teeth. You can avoid a potential injury in the future as a result. 

6. Prepare for Implants

When there’s a gap in your smile, the surrounding teeth can start to lean toward the empty space. Your dentist might recommend you get a dental implant to complete your smile. If surrounding teeth are leaning toward the gap, however, start with Invisalign treatment.

Invisalign can straighten your teeth, making space for a dental implant. Then, you can restore your entire smile without stress or complications. 

7. Love Your Smile

Remember, many people are unhappy with the appearance of their smiles. You don’t have to keep hiding your teeth, though. Instead, consider these benefits of Invisalign treatment. 

Invisalign treatment can straighten your smile and improve your overall appearance. A stunning smile could boost your self-confidence.

You won’t have to worry about people recognizing you’ve started treatment, either. The clear, plastic aligners are almost invisible. Most people won’t notice you’re wearing the aligners.

Instead, you can begin treatment, improve your smile, and start grinning with the utmost confidence. 

Beautiful Smiles: Experience the Stunning Benefits of Invisalign Today

Don’t live life unhappy with your smile. Instead, experience the benefits of Invisalign by beginning treatment right away. The sooner you start treatment, the sooner you can begin grinning ear to ear.

Schedule your consultation appointment to discover your stunning, straight teeth today. 

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