Let’s all agree that having a brilliant smile is something we would all enjoy. White teeth that are perfectly aligned make for a show-stopping smile on everyone! This desired smile can be achieved, however, it depends on how much you’re willing to spend on it.
In order to cut costs, many people are beginning to take teeth alignment into their own hands. Some people have chosen to use rubber bands strategically placed to pull their teeth this way and that way. This method is extremely dangerous and can harm many other parts of your teeth and gums in the process. Your teeth will be moved during the process, but the means to the end is harmful and the end result will also provide you with many other damaging oral issues. The American Dental Association launched a public awareness campaign discouraging DIY dentistry. You can read more about it here.
Another method of teeth alignment that is on the rise is that of mail-order aligners. In an attempt to avoid metal wires and brackets, and to utilize clear aligners, people have chosen to use at-home kits mailed to them. The American Dental Association published an article that describes resolutions that caution again self-managed orthodontic treatment. The resolution states that they “believe that supervision by a licensed dentist is necessary for all phases of orthodontic treatment including oral examinations, study models of scans of the mouth, treatment planning and prescriptions, periodic progress assessments and final assessments with stabilizing measures. You can read more about this subject here.
If you are searching for a way to straighten your teeth safely, contact Group Health Dental in Midtown Manhattan in New York City. We are your trusted source for Invisalign invisible braces.
