Many people long for straighter smiles but prefer to avoid the hassle and potential embarrassment that comes with traditional braces. Invisalign is a popular alternative orthodontic treatment that utilizes clear plastic trays that fit snuggly over your teeth to shift them, instead.
However, many older adults assume that it’s too late for them to start treatment, so they never begin the process of repositioning their grins. If you’re worried that you’ve passed the age of no return regarding Invisalign, continue reading to learn 3 reasons to set your concerns aside!
Consideration #1: Better Compliance
This treatment consists of a series of plastic trays that are designed to fit like a glove to exert enough pressure to gently push your teeth to their ideal placements over a designated period. Each set of aligners is worn for 20 to 22 hours daily for one to two weeks, then your dentist will provide new ones for you to switch to at the appropriate time.
Many teenagers who aren’t as responsible as fully grown adults struggle to meet this wear-time, allowing their teeth to relapse and adding weeks or sometimes months to their treatment timeline. As someone with more experience, you’re already accustomed to taking accountability for your own well-being and are more likely to comply with directions to stay on track.
Consideration #2: Enhance Dental Health
You might think of your crooked grin as an aesthetic concern more than an actual problem, but the truth is that overcrowded teeth can detract from your dental condition. When they overlap, it’s harder to reach all their surfaces when brushing and flossing to remove plaque and bacteria. Unfortunately, this leaves you more vulnerable to common issues like cavities, gum disease, and other damage.
It’s never too late to take proactive steps to improve your dental condition! You’re not being vain or selfish by investing in a treatment that can enhance your appearance and boost your oral health; you’re multi-tasking.
Consideration #3: Improve Opportunities
Did you know that the probability of being employed has been associated with having poor dental health? The condition of your grin is one of the first things others notice about you, and if yours is uneven or misaligned, you might not make a good impression.
You can start to see changes within a few weeks of wearing Invisalign, and because the trays are transparent, they allow your natural smile to shine through. You’ll look and feel confident during any interviews, presentations, or important meetings so that you can enjoy more fruitful achievements and relationships.
Invisalign can reposition your teeth to improve your quality of life regardless of your age!
Meet the Author
Dr. Saba Abernethy takes pride in helping people from all walks of life build and maintain their happiest, healthiest smiles. She earned her dental doctorate from the Boston University School of Dental Medicine and continues her education with ongoing trainings through prestigious organizations, like Spear in Arizona. She offers a complete array of services from one convenient location to help with everything from basic preventative care to cosmetic procedures, including Invisalign. If you are frustrated by a misaligned grin, you can request an appointment on the website or call (508) 429-5300.