What are Invisalign Attachments?
Invisalign is a very popular way of straightening teeth because it’s done in a manner that’s barely noticeable to anyone but the patient. It is a highly effective treatment that produces very successful results and gives patients the beautiful smile they’ve always wanted. They are comfortable and a great way of achieving the perfect smile and while the clear aligners normally do the trick, some patients will need Invisalign attachments in addition to the aligners to get the best results possible.
Aligners can treat several different orthodontic conditions like spacing, overbites and even cross bites and each set is designed to move your teeth closer to their desired position. Some patients require attachments to help the aligners and together the two will produce perfect results.
The attachments can help treat even more conditions and the best part is that there is no drilling or painful shots. The attachment consists of a small dot of bonding material that is placed on specific teeth and vary in size depending on their purpose. They will be placed in precise positions, are tooth coloured and are located on the front portion of the teeth. Their purpose is to enable the patient’s aligners to grip their teeth smoothly and act like tiny handles that the aligner can target and push on during the treatment. You don’t have to worry about the attachments being bonded to your teeth because they can easily be removed by polishing once the treatment is complete and the process is painless.
Attachments may also include buttons and elastics to help you achieve the best results. The buttons act as brackets that are essentially anchors for the elastics. Buttons are small and can be plastic or metal and these attachments will not affect the way your aligner fits over your teeth in any way.
If Invisalign is a treatment you’re interested in, contact Vancity Dental in BC today to schedule an appointment. They will discuss the details to see if this is the right option for you and the experienced dentists will help you achieve a beautiful smile you’ll be proud to show off. If you want a dentist you can trust and staff that can take care of all of your dental needs, whether it’s teeth whitening or root canals, they can help. If you’re in the Vancouver area, book an appointment with Vancity Dental and you’ll be in good hands.