{"id":414,"date":"2022-12-03T18:13:12","date_gmt":"2022-12-03T18:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/?p=414"},"modified":"2023-01-04T18:13:42","modified_gmt":"2023-01-04T18:13:42","slug":"invisalign-instead-of-diy-clear-aligners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/invisalign-instead-of-diy-clear-aligners\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Reasons to Get Invisalign Treatment Instead of DIY Clear Aligners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_274800230__1___1672855768_89570.jpg\" alt=\"DIY aligner in its purple case\" class=\"wp-image-415\" width=\"284\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_274800230__1___1672855768_89570.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_274800230__1___1672855768_89570-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_274800230__1___1672855768_89570-768x540.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 284px) 100vw, 284px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a Hollywood celebrity or just someone trying to look their best, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/orthodontics.html\">Invisalign<\/a> can do a lot to improve your smile. They work faster than traditional braces, they\u2019re discreet, and they don\u2019t require any dietary changes. That may be why they\u2019ve become such a popular orthodontic treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Due to Invisalign\u2019s success, several companies have begun offering DIY aligner kits. These promise the same incredible results as Invisalign from the comfort of your home. What they don\u2019t tell you, however, is that having a professional administer your orthodontic treatment is certain to get you better results. Here are three good reasons why you should prefer Invisalign over DIY aligner kits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Invisalign: More Than Plastic Trays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Invisalign treatment doesn\u2019t begin and end with plastic aligners. There are quite a few things that Invisalign treatment can do for your teeth with the use of attachments. For example, clear aligners typically put the same amount of pressure on all of your teeth, but not all of your teeth are misaligned to the same extent. That\u2019s why many providers will use \u201cbuttons\u201d that attach to problem teeth, allowing Invisalign trays to target them specifically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These attachments have to be adhered to your teeth by a professional, meaning DIY aligner kits don\u2019t let you use them. This makes them much less versatile in what they can treat than Invisalign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Virtues of a Pre-treatment Exam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For clear aligners to work effectively, your teeth need to be in fairly good shape. It\u2019s important that you treat any outstanding gum disease or areas of decay you may be dealing with\u2014otherwise, wearing your aligners could make these problems worse. With Invisalign, you\u2019ll be examined and treated by a professional dentist before you begin your treatment. DIY aligners offer video exams, but these are less thorough, and online dentists can\u2019t actually treat you for any disease they find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treating Issues as they Arise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During Invisalign treatment, you\u2019ll have regular appointments with your dentist to ensure that everything is progressing smoothly. If it isn\u2019t, your dentist will be able to remedy the situation\u2014after all, you\u2019re already in their office. If an online dentist discovers a problem, you\u2019ll have to find an in-person dentist and make an appointment before you\u2019re even able to get treated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With these things in mind, it\u2019s hard to recommend DIY clear aligners. If you want professional-level results, there\u2019s only one thing to do: talk to a professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Wael Kassem has been a practicing dentist for over 15 years, and in all that time his love of dentistry hasn\u2019t diminished in the slightest. His passion for his field and his care for his patients are evident in the quality of treatment he provides. Dr. Kassem received his doctorate from Temple University, and he\u2019s a proud member of both the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. If you have any questions about Invisalign treatment, he can be reached at his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at <strong>(856) 818-9998<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re a Hollywood celebrity or just someone trying to look their best, Invisalign can do a lot to improve your smile. They work faster than traditional braces, they\u2019re discreet, and they don\u2019t require any dietary changes. That may be why they\u2019ve become such a popular orthodontic treatment. &nbsp;Due to Invisalign\u2019s success, several companies have [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-414","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Invisalign VS DIY Aligners | | iSmile Dental Arts<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"DIY clear aligner kits promise professional-level results from the comfort of your home. 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