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If you’re a student athlete, a musician, or just someone with a busy social life, the last thing you want is a mouth full of metal that makes it hard to eat or speak. One of the biggest questions we get at Icon Dental Clinic is: “Is Invisalign going to hurt?”
The short answer is: it’s way more comfortable than the alternative.
No “Metal Mouth” Irritation
The biggest source of pain in traditional orthodontics is the metal brackets and wires poking into the delicate skin of your cheeks and lips. Orthodontic wax becomes a permanent resident in the pockets of kids with braces.
With Invisalign, the aligners are custom-trimmed to your gum line and made of smooth plastic. There are no sharp edges to cause canker sores or cuts. The lack of metal increases comfort for everyone, but it’s a total game-changer for someone who plays a wind instrument or a contact sport.
Managing The New Tray Feeling
Will your teeth feel a little sore? Sure, for a day or two. It feels a bit like your teeth are tired, or like there’s pressure in your mouth. Fortunately, this discomfort is often short-lived and easy to tolerate with over-the-counter medications.
Another huge benefit of Invisalign is that you won’t have to worry about any pain disrupting your eating. You can simply pop your trays out and eat whatever you want. That freedom makes the minor pressure of a new tray much easier to handle!
Read more: Invisalign for Teens: Because Life Doesn’t Slow Down for Braces
Ready to Get Started with Invisalign in Waterloo?
At Icon Dental Clinic, we love seeing our teen patients finish their treatment with a smile they’re proud of. With Invisalign in Waterloo, you can get the smile you’re dreaming of without broken wires and poked cheeks. Invisalign is the gentle, modern way to get the look you want, and our team is here to help.
Schedule a consultation today for Invisalign in Waterloo.
