Invisalign Straightens Your Teeth with Discretion
Invisalign Straightens Your Teeth with Discretion
Orthodontic Treatment
Orthodontic treatment can give you the straighter, more aesthetic smile you want, but did you know that several dental benefits go along with having straight teeth?
Teeth that are properly aligned are easier for you to brush and floss, ensuring that you remove the most plaque buildup possible, which protects your smile against common problems like tooth decay, cavities and gum disease.
A correctly aligned bite guards your jaw joint (TMJ) and prevents it from developing uncomfortable problems resulting from a misaligned bite. Some symptoms associated with temporomandibular disorder (TMD) are headaches, tenderness or discomfort when chewing, your jaw joint locking open or closed or popping and clicking in the joint.
At Universal Smiles Dental, Dr Malik offers both traditional orthodontic treatment with braces and clear aligners with Invisalign. We would love to help you achieve and enjoy a straighter, more functional and beautiful smile!
When Do We Recommend Clear Aligners?
Treatment with Invisalign in Mernda is ideal for busy teen and adult patients who want to align their teeth with discretion.
Aside from complex bite concerns, Invisalign works well for most patients, and Dr Malik can help you determine if it’s right for you during an evaluation. At your initial appointment, Dr Malik gathers information with photos, x-rays, and a thorough smile examination.
He’ll create the treatment plan that Invisalign will use to fabricate your clear aligners. Wearing your aligners daily for at least 20 to 22 hours will achieve the best results, and you’ll change your aligners every one to three weeks, according to Dr Malik’s plan.
Most patients can finish their treatment with Invisalign in 10 to 18 months, depending on their needs.
The Advantages of Clear Aligners
Patients love the discretion that clear aligners provide, as they are virtually invisible! Some of the other benefits clear aligners offer are:
- Comfort: No uncomfortable or pokey brackets and wires are needed
- Freedom: There are diet restrictions because your aligners are removable
- Hygiene: It’s easy to brush and floss with removable aligners
Compliance is the key to successful treatment with Invisalign. The more diligent you are about wearing aligners and keeping your teeth clean, the better your results will be.
When Are Traditional Braces Best?
Brackets and wires are a time-tested, reliable method for straightening teeth and correcting bites. If you have a more complex bite concern, Dr Malik may recommend traditional braces to achieve the best results.
Brackets and wires are attached directly to your teeth for the duration of treatment, and Dr Malik will adjust your braces every few weeks.
The benefit of braces is there are no aligners to keep track of, with a chance of losing them and prolonging treatment. And with excellent home care and compliance with your diet, you can rely on great results and complete your treatment promptly.
If you’d like to learn more about orthodontic treatment in Mernda and how it might benefit your smile, contact your team at Universal Smiles Dental.
MEET OUR DENTIST:
Dr Irfan Malik BDS, Grad Cert Clin Dent (Melb)
Dr Irfan Malik graduated in 2007 as a dentist, followed by a Graduate Certificate in clinical dentistry from the University of Melbourne in 2010. Since 2007, he’s worked in both public and private settings, gaining vast experience managing patients with complex dental needs.
“For me, dentistry is a passion, not a profession. I love what I do!” – Dr Irfan Malik
Dr Malik loves changing his patient’s lives through dentistry! He enjoys communicating with patients, explaining to them the condition of their teeth, and presenting them with treatment solutions and the pros …
Braces Correct Your Bite and Align Your Teeth
Braces Correct Your Bite and Align Your Teeth
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes! Dr Malik is excited to bring Invisalign clear aligners to our dental practice because they are ideal for busy adults and teens who want to straighten their teeth with discretion.
How Invisalign in Mernda Works
Invisalign clear aligners eliminate the need for metal brackets and wires because they use plastic, BPA-free trays that fit snugly over your teeth to move them into position gradually.
Dr Malik creates your customised treatment plan that Invisalign uses to create clear aligners. You’ll wear each set of aligners for one to three weeks, according to Dr Malik’s specifications, and you can change your aligners at home, reducing visits to your dentist throughout your treatment.
You’ll check in with Dr Malik periodically during your treatment to ensure your smile is progressing as planned. Most patients find that they can achieve their desired results with Invisalign in about 10 to 18 months, depending on their needs.
What Are the Advantages of Choosing Invisalign?
Invisalign offers several benefits that our patients appreciate, such as:
- Easy tooth care and smile maintenance since you can remove aligners for brushing and flossing.
- No restrictions on your diet because you’ll take your aligners out for meals.
- No worries about smiling or interacting with others since clear aligners are virtually invisible.
- Aligners are comfortable and easy to wear compared to metal brackets and wires that poke your gums and soft tissues.
We welcome your call to Unviseral Smiles Dental if you’d like to learn more about Invisalign in Mernda.
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