When looking at someone, what is the first thing you notice? Some people say it is the eyes, but most people say it is the smile. Whether you’re a working professional or stay-at-home mom, it’s important that your smile be as healthy as possible. That doesn’t just mean free from gum disease and cavities. Your bite alignment and teeth position are also important for your overall oral health, so, if your smile is looking less than perfect, you can find help with Invisalign in Myrtle Beach! Read on to find out why it’s important to have straight teeth and how you can achieve them with a clear, more subtle alternative.
What is Invisalign?
Traditional metal braces can be bothersome, annoying, and downright painful. The brackets and wires can make it hard to eat, chew, and even sleep at night. If the idea of straightening your teeth just became less appealing, wait! With Invisalign braces, you can improve your oral health without the irritation and pain.
Invisalign uses clear aligners to gently shift your teeth toward their desired position. Depending on the severity of your dental problem, you’ll wear your aligners for a designated period of time, switching each set of aligners out for a new one every two weeks. With each new set, you might experience some minor discomfort that will quickly go away, but you’ll be one step closer to a straighter, more beautiful smile.
Some of the added benefits to Invisalign include:
- No irritation
- Removable
- Easy to clean
- Faster treatment
- Fewer visits to the dentist office
- No restricted diets
- Discreet treatment
Why Are Straight Teeth Important?
There are many reasons why having straight teeth are important, but one factoid you might be interested in knowing more about is that according to the ADA, 81% of South Carolinians believe that a straight smile is important to getting ahead. This could be that many employers and career experts believe that a healthy-looking smile means you take pride in your appearance, which can translate to taking pride in your work.
Other benefits to having straight teeth include:
- A more attractive appearance – Whether you’re trying to get the attention of that guy who’s been visiting your workplace lately or you’re trying to land a job, straight teeth can give you a healthier, more attractive appearance.
- Easy to clean – Teeth that are straight and ideally aligned are easier to clean. Why? Because food is less likely to become trapped, and your brushing and flossing techniques will prove beneficial and effective at removing bacteria.
- Fewer systemic problems – Since you’ll be likelier to keep a healthy mouth with straighter teeth, the likeliness you’ll develop a systemic health problem lessens because your teeth and gum health are in good shape.
- More money in your pocket – With straighter teeth, you’ll experience fewer problems with potential damage, which means you won’t be spending your hard-earned money on restorative dental work.
- Increased confidence – Straight teeth can give you an added confidence boost when going on an interview or even a date!
If you’re tired of looking at your crooked or crowded teeth, talk to your cosmetic dentist in Myrtle Beach about Invisalign. Not only will you be able to straighten and better align your smile more discreetly, but you’ll achieve greater confidence and improved health along the way.
About the Author
Dr. Jack Markusen enjoys taking care of his patient’s smiles. But before he became a dentist, he served in the United States Air Force in 1968, as an airborne electronics technician. Honorably discharged in 1971, he enrolled at Baptist College of Charlestown and received his Bachelor of Science degree two years later. He then went on to the Medical University of South Carolina, School of Dentistry, and graduated in 1976. Dr. Markusen wants all his patients to have healthy smiles, which is why he offers Invisalign braces as an alternative to traditional metal braces. To find out how we can help you, visit our website or call (843) 733-7734 .