The days of painfully visible nail trains to achieve a straight smile are long gone—it’s all about Invisalign, the celebrity-approved way to achieve perfect teeth without resorting to veneers. Simply put, Invisalign is a procedure that involves the use of clear aligners that slowly move your teeth into their optimal position. They are convenient to use and unlike traditional braces are mostly invisible to the casual observer.
“Compared to traditional braces, Invisalign and traditional braces are both effective at straightening teeth, but have distinct advantages depending on your needs. Invisalign aligners are nearly invisible, removable and more comfortable as they have no wires or arms,” explains Dr Imran. Sayed, Clinical Director and Partner at Chelsea & Fulham Dentist.
“Traditional braces may be better for severe or complicated cases, but Invisalign handles most alignment issues perfectly. The exact duration depends on your individual case.”
Invisalign has seemingly never been more popular with a plethora of celebrities resorting to the easy fix to fix their pearly whites. Just recently, Sam Faiers, Maura Higgins, Molly Marsh and Indiyah Polack all shared their teeth-straightening journeys with their mammoth fans.
I had Invisalign for the first time six months ago and it was a truly life changing experience. I had train braces when I was 14 which was a painful experience (lol) and I cried non stop for two weeks when they were first fitted. They worked, yes, but like many adults, I “forgot” to wear the night brace.
Now with almost straight teeth after just a few moments of wearing Invisalign, I can’t believe how easy the experience is.
My best tips for Invisalign? Go to a well-recommended dental office that you trust, and if the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. I visited Dr. Imran Sayed at Chelsea & Fulham Dentist, who took the time to do in-depth scans of my teeth and gums, discussed my desired results at length, and was ready to make custom adjustments to my finished smile.
Another tip for anyone about to embark on their Invisalign journey is to invest in a few game-changing purchases that make the experience even more challenging.
Dr Imran Sayed advises: “A soft toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste should be used daily to keep your aligners clean and prevent scratching. Cleaning products such as aligner cleaning crystals or pods can help keep your aligners fresh and odor free.Travel pouches are essential to help keep them keep your aligners secure during mealtimes (as opposed to wrapping them in a tissue and accidentally tightening them)!The “Chews” are small chewable tools that can help place your aligners comfortably.
Shop the game-changing purchases that have truly changed my Invisalign journey below:
Daily cleaning of your alignments is non-negotiable and a cleaning pod is by far the easiest way to do it. The device uses 45kHz high frequency to deep clean even hard-to-reach areas for a thorough and fresh clean.
If you don’t want to invest in a fancy pod to keep your alignments clean, this kit is the next best thing. It even comes with soft and narrow cleaning brushes for unparalleled hygiene.
AmazonAs Dr. Sayeed pointed out, a special travel case for your aligners is important to keep them safe and clean during meals out. This is my favorite and yes, just because it’s pink.
If you are in the market for a new toothbrush, the SURI is by far the best IMO. It’s made with recyclable plant-based heads and bristles, has excellent battery life and comes with a self-cleaning travel case for unparalleled hygiene.
AmazonChewies ensure that your aligners are fully seated on your teeth, making your treatment go faster. A must have if you struggle to get a comfortable fit.
Aimee Jakes is the hot content editor. In addition to writing about skincare releases, fashion trends and gym bags, she’s forever talking to celebrities about their fancy beauty routines. Follow her on Instagram here.
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