{"id":591,"date":"2023-07-27T09:28:49","date_gmt":"2023-07-27T09:28:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/?p=591"},"modified":"2023-08-10T09:29:04","modified_gmt":"2023-08-10T09:29:04","slug":"good-reasons-to-start-invisalign-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/good-reasons-to-start-invisalign-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Start Invisalign in Summer?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Based on its benefits, you may want Invisalign<\/a> for your smile. That\u2019s a wise move \u2013 the treatment would straighten your grin quickly and easily. Still, perhaps you\u2019re not sure when to begin the Invisalign process. The start time for aligner work isn\u2019t always clearcut and obvious. Fortunately, there are good reasons to start Invisalign this summer. Your Temple dentist can even tell you a few of them. To that end, here\u2019s a primer on why to start your Invisalign journey in the summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Easier Treatment Adjustment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, Invisalign aligners are smoother and more comfortable than metal braces. Even so, they do put pressure on your teeth as part of treatment. That means the trays will cause at least a little discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, summer makes Invisalign adjustment easier. It lets you work through aligner pain without heavy work or school demands. As a result, the process is made less stressful than it\u2019d be otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No \u201cMetal Mouth\u201d Photos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For better or worse, summer is a time of photos. People spend it taking pictures for their vacations, parties, family get-togethers, and more. That being the case, metal braces don\u2019t suit the season well. They give you a \u201cmetal mouth\u201d that distracts from the photographed moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, Invisalign handily avoids this issue. Its aligners are made of clear and subtle plastic that\u2019s hardly noticeable. As such, your treatment won\u2019t draw any unwanted attention. Your peers will continue to see a clear and white smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hassle-Free Summer Snacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Summer foods are tricky to eat when wearing braces. Whether you\u2019re working with hotdogs or hamburgers, the chewed bits can get stuck in your brackets and wires. That problem can lead to more challenging teeth cleaning afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In contrast, Invisalign aligners don\u2019t interfere with meals. You\u2019re free to remove them when you consume foods or drinks. That way, you won\u2019t need to pick food from the trays. You just need to rinse and brush them before putting them back in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Straight Smile by Next Summer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In general, Invisalign takes a year to complete. Starting this summer will thus lead to a straight smile by the next one. At that point, you\u2019ll enjoy fun in the sun while showing off a gorgeous grin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Metal braces don\u2019t usually have a one-year turnaround. In fact, they often take two or three years to work well. Consequently, you\u2019ll need to put up with their presence on your teeth longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ultimately, there are good reasons to start Invisalign this summer. With that said, visit your local dental provider for treatment in the coming days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Richard Fossum<\/em><\/a> is a dentist in Temple, TX, having earned his DDS at the University of Texas Dental Branch \u2013 Houston. He\u2019s also an outstanding member of the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. Thanks to this background, you can trust him to make your smile beautiful and healthy! Dr. Fossum practices at <\/em>his self-titled clinic<\/em><\/a> and is reachable on <\/em>his website<\/em><\/a> or by phone at (254)-778-3900.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Based on its benefits, you may want Invisalign for your smile. That\u2019s a wise move \u2013 the treatment would straighten your grin quickly and easily. Still, perhaps you\u2019re not sure when to begin the Invisalign process. The start time for aligner work isn\u2019t always clearcut and obvious. Fortunately, there are good reasons to start Invisalign […]<\/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":[],"yoast_head":"\nReasons to Start Invisalign This Summer | Richard Fossum, DDS<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"There really are good reasons to start Invisalign this summer. 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