Congratulations… You’re engaged! Now, it’s time to pick your venue, create your guest list, select your flowers, and do everything else that comes with planning a wedding. If you are unhappy with your smile due to crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth, then you should add starting treatment with Invisalign to that list. After all, you definitely want a picture-perfect smile for your big day. Keep reading to learn the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about getting braces before your wedding.
How Does Invisalign Work?
Over the last 20+ years, Invisalign has become a household name due to its revolutionary approach to orthodontics. But how exactly does it work? In short, a series of clear aligners are used to gradually move your teeth into their properly aligned position. To accomplish this, you will wear each set of trays for a few weeks at a time before transitioning to the next pair, which will pick up where the previous ones left off. By the end of your treatment, your teeth will be perfectly straight!
How Soon Should I Start Treatment with Invisalign?
Since Invisalign takes on average 12 months to complete, the sooner the better! Especially since some preliminary treatments may be needed to prepare your smile, like root canal therapy or gum disease treatment. Once you’re done with Invisalign, you may want to undergo teeth whitening as well to ensure stubborn stains and pigmented discoloration don’t plague your wedding photos. Starting early will ensure you have plenty of time to make your dream smile a reality by your big day.
Why Should I Choose Invisalign?
Invisalign comes with a number of benefits, especially while planning a wedding! Here are a few to keep in mind:
- Discreet appearance – Since Invisalign doesn’t use metal brackets and dark-colored wires, you can smile confidently during your engagement party, wedding shower, and all the other festivities.
- Entirely removable – Whether you are sampling wedding cakes or trying to keep your smile nice and bright, Invisalign won’t stop you from eating all your favorite foods and completing your oral hygiene routine hassle-free.
- Quicker treatments – While traditional braces can take 2+ years to complete, Invisalign delivers results in an average of 12 months!
From photographers and videographers to family and guests, all eyes will be on you (and your smile!) during your wedding. Make sure you’re ready by planning ahead with Invisalign!
About the Practice
At Simply Orthodontics, we are proud to have two skilled, caring, passionate orthodontists: Dr. Cale Forgues and Dr. Sam Alkhoury. Together, they enjoy bringing the absolute best dentistry and orthodontics to their patients, whether they are interested in traditional braces or more discreet alternatives, like Invisalign. If you are interested in straightening your teeth before your wedding day, don’t hesitate to schedule your initial consultation via our website or by phone at 603-889-1100.