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Braces are Not Only for the Young, but for the Young of Heart

Braces are often associated with the image of children getting their teeth fixed in middle or high school, trying to achieve their ideal self-image and impress their peers with their stunning smiles. It is common to hear people later in life claim they’re too old for braces. But contrary to popular belief, braces are not specific to one age group.

There is never a wrong time to work on boosting your self-confidence by taking care of your appearance and correcting things you may have felt self-conscious about your whole life. This can contribute to improving your overall mental health.

Invisalign®

For any patient that would prefer a subtler change in their smile, Wright Orthodontics offers Invisalign®. These invisible aligners can do just as much as braces without drawing the same amount of attention. Individually designed to fit your mouth, this product can correct overbites, underbites, crossbites, tooth gaps, and crooked teeth. It can also be taken out for eating and drinking, allowing your teeth to remain cleaner.

Most insurance policies cover Invisalign® and do not require patients to be a specific age to take advantage of their full benefits. The treatment process is simple, painless, and our office works to ensure your comfort is met every step of the way.

Image/Self-esteem

Invisalign® is only one of the many options we offer to help improve your overall self-image. We also provide tooth extraction and whitening for patients that may need it. We utilize the best of teeth whitening products with the Zoom!® WhiteSpeed Teeth Whitening System. The hour-long process is relatively short in comparison to others and can brighten your smile by up to eight shades.

Our staff understands that taking care of yourself applies to every age group, and we enjoy helping our patients boost their self-confidence. If you’re interested in feeling younger at heart and improving your overall well-being, please contact either our Marietta or Atlanta, Georgia office to schedule your appointment today.

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Is Invisalign® Right for Me?

One of the most popular alternatives to braces, Invisalign®, gets its name from the fact that it is practically invisible on the teeth. Because Dr. Marc S. Wright is an Invisalign® provider, we put this article together to provide patients with a better understanding of how this product can work for them.

How Invisalign® works

Each aligner of Invisalign® is custom made to fit the teeth of the patient and is used to slowly push and pull the teeth back into a predesigned place. Each set of aligner trays is worn for two weeks before being switched out to another to continue the process of fixing the teeth. The aligners themselves are made from a smooth and clear material to make the product discrete and unnoticeable to others.

Treatment process

Invisalign® is used to treat a number of dental issues such as crooked or gapped teeth. It is used to straighten and correct teeth in a way that is subtler than braces and was designed to be removed. This makes it easier to keep your teeth clean while eating and drinking and is perfect for people who prefer an easier treatment process that doesn’t interfere as much with their day-to-day activities.

Difference between Invisalign® and braces

While both braces and Invisalign® can handle simple and complex cases, only Invisalign® does so while remaining virtually invisible. Invisalign® is designed with material that provides a more controllable path for teeth movements. It prevents injuries that can be sustained from wires and sharp brackets as well as general pain. Patients of Invisalign® have reported that it is easier to see results after each stage in comparison to braces.

For patients with issues ranging from overbites to crooked teeth, Invisalign® can be a more appealing alternative to braces that could crowd the mouth and call attention to dental problems. Dr. Marc S. Wright is exceptionally experienced with this treatment process, and our offices in Marietta and Atlanta, Georgia will help you remain comfortable and well taken care of. If you’re looking to improve your dental health or correct a problem to improve your self-confidence, our offices are happy to help. Please contact us to schedule your appointment today.