Do Invisible Aligners Work? Pros, Cons, and Results

let's take a closer look at how invisible aligners work, how effective they are, and their pros and cons.People with crooked or crowded teeth often experience embarrassment and discomfort, which is why invisible aligners are popular with adults. For adults, this is highly beneficial since traditional braces can look unattractive due to the wires and brackets.

In this article, let's take a closer look at how invisible aligners work, how effective they are, and their pros and cons. 

What types of dental problems can invisible aligners solve?

There are several dental problems that a dentist can solve with the help of invisible aligners. According to dentists, invisible teeth straighteners can solve:

· Crooked teeth

· Misaligned teeth

· Crowded teeth

· Misaligned bites, such as overbites, open bites, underbites, and overjets. 

Fixing these dental issues is essential not only to improve aesthetic appearance but also for other dental and health issues like gum disease, tooth decay, and speech impediments. Moreover, correcting teeth can improve the confidence and self-esteem of patients. Different types of braces, majorly invisible braces in Dubai can tackle these matters without causing much disruption to your regular life.

Do invisible braces work for everyone?

Clear aligners are the most popular type of braces to correct the alignment of teeth. They rely on pressure to force the crooked or misaligned teeth into their correct position. Although clear aligners in Dubai have a fantastic success rate, they might not be suitable for everyone. A patient having extreme misalignment or multiple complex dental problems should consider opting for a wire and bracket brace. 

In addition to this, invisible braces are not suitable for moving teeth up and down in the gum membrane to shorten or lengthen teeth. According to professionals, this particular type of brace is inappropriate for teeth that are rotated out of position more than 20 degrees. 

What are the pros and cons of invisible aligners?

If you follow the recommendations of your dentist when wearing invisible braces in Dubai, these braces can drastically improve the alignment of your teeth. However, just like any other dental treatment, invisible braces treatment also has its pros and cons.

Pros of Invisible Aligners

· They are invisible

One of the most significant benefits of clear braces is that they are invisible. These aligners are made from BPA-free, clear thermoplastic that is so subtle that no one can tell that you are wearing them. The discrete nature of these aligners helps people straighten their teeth without affecting their physical appearance. 

· They are comfortable

While it's true that all forms of dental treatments can cause little to more discomfort due to the pressure they exert on teeth, clear aligners are much more comfortable than traditional metal braces. The wires and brackets of metal braces can give a patient mouth sore, but there is no such problem with invisible braces as these don’t use wires and brackets.

· You can remove them

Patients can easily remove their clear braces when feeling uncomfortable or when they want to eat something. However, dentists recommend wearing invisible aligners at least 22 hours a day for effective treatment results. 

· Fewer problems

Many patients have complaints about traditional braces that they fell or a wire broke leading them to make emergency visits to their dentists. Now that clear aligners in Dubai don’t feature wires or brackets, there are no such problems with them.

· Invisible braces work quickly

The length of time that it takes for dental treatment varies from person to person. However, according to dentists, clear aligners are often 50% faster than traditional braces as long as you follow your dentist’s recommendations.

· Ease of cleaning teeth

Now that you can remove invisible braces, it becomes easier to brush and floss your teeth. By brushing and flossing your teeth properly, you prevent bacteria from building around your teeth and gums, reducing the likelihood of dental problems. 

Cons of Invisible Aligners

· They are less effective for complex dental issues

As per research, invisible aligners are more effective for patients who are suffering from mild to moderate misaligned or crooked teeth. Usually, dentists recommend dental treatments other than Invisible aligners for more complex teeth issues. Also, if you have bridgework on some of your teeth, then you can’t opt for invisible braces.

· They are to be removed when eating and drinking

Unlike metal braces, which you don’t need to remove when eating or drinking, you must remove clear braces when eating or drinking anything other than water. These colored foods and drinks can stain the tray easily making them less invisible with time. 

Also, in contrast to conventional braces, you need not make any significant changes to your diet now that you can remove invisible braces.

· They need to be cleaned

You need to clean your clear braces quite often. Your dentists will share an aligner cleaning routine with you. However, according to dentists, it's better to clean both your teeth and tray every time you remove them for eating or drinking. Also, you need to soak them in a sterilizing solution daily as failing to clean them properly can result in bacterial buildup around your teeth and may cause tooth decay. 

Final Words 

Invisible teeth straighteners can help in dealing with various dental issues like misaligned teeth, crowded teeth, crooked teeth, overbite, underbite, open bite, and other teeth and gum issues. This particular treatment is good for you when you don’t have complicated teeth crowding or bite issues. In order to gain maximum benefits within the shortest amount of time possible, you should wear clear aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours a day as recommended by your dentist. If you are confused about whether to opt for invisible braces, consider their pros and cons to make the right decision. 

To find out if clear aligners are right for you, book a free consultation at Emirates Dental Clinic in Dubai today.