Are those little spaces between your teeth getting you down? Are you experiencing minor overcrowding or have you noticed your teeth shifting out of place after going through orthodontic treatment? Invisalign Lite can be a great solution for uncomplicated orthodontic issues, enabling your teeth to be straightened in a discreet and quick manner. 

Invisalign Lite: an overview 

Similarly to Invisalign, Invisalign Lite involves wearing a set of clear aligners that fit over your teeth. These aligners will shift your teeth into the desired position over a shorter period of time, usually no more than 6 or 7 months and utilising no more than 10 aligners. In contrast, Invisalign may require as long as 18 months or more to obtain the desired results. 

For minor misalignment of the upper or lower teeth, or both arches, Invisalign’s ‘Lite’ version is often proposed as the ideal orthodontic treatment. Such issues can include: 

• A small visible space between the teeth 
• Teeth not in their correct position 
• A minor discrepancy between the upper and lower teeth 
• A minor case of overpopulation in the mouth 

Should your issues be considered more complex, your orthodontist may propose the full Invisalign treatment as an alternative. If your misalignment is considered moderate to severe, then traditional or lingual braces may be recommended as the most effective solution. 

Before beginning treatment, an orthodontist will take an electronic scan of your teeth and use 3D technology to create custom-made aligners that will fit your teeth precisely. To be successful, the aligners must be worn for 22 hours a day, and changed to the following tray in the sequence every fortnight. To make sure the treatment is proceeding as planned, it is recommended to visit your orthodontist for a checkup every two months or as directed. 

Advantages of using Invisalign Lite 

Invisalign Lite is a great option to consider for those seeking a more subtle approach to braces. It offers several benefits that are worth exploring. 

Quick results – The Invisalign Lite method of treatment not only offers results in a shorter period of time, but also has a number of other benefits.  

Comfortable treatment – the trays are custom-made to fit your teeth and mouth perfectly, which makes wearing them comfortable to wear. Any discomfort caused by changing aligners is minor and temporary. 

No changes to lifestyle – whilst brushing and flossing with traditional braces can be difficult, and eating certain types of food can be a challenge, Invisalign offers an easy alternative. As these braces are removable, you can take them out of your mouth with ease, giving you the freedom to enjoy crunchy or chewy foods without worry. 

Convenient – constructed from robust medical grade plastic, Invisalign aligners are resistant to damage, and as a sequence of trays is provided to you, the need for typical check-ups is eliminated. On the other hand, traditional braces must be continually tightened in order for the treatment to be successful. If your lifestyle is a busy one, Invisalign Lite is a highly convenient method of straightening your teeth. 

In conclusion, the treatment time for Invisalign Lite is shorter and it is a cost-efficient, simple way to straighten teeth. 

Invisalign Lite: the results 

In a relatively short period of time, the results of Invisalign Lite can be visibly noticeable, not just in terms of your facial appearance, but also in the ease with which you can talk, eat, smile and brush your teeth. With the elimination of spaces between teeth and the correction of your bite, you may feel much more content and confident in your smile. 

At Marsh House Orthodontics, you can get more information about Invisalign Lite as well as their other teeth straightening treatments. To find out if you qualify, you can either check out their website or book an appointment.