Invisalign (Propel): What It Is and How It Works

Have you ever heard the words “Invisalign” or “Propel”? Not many have, because it is a fairly new technology. If you suffer from crowding, crooked teeth, spaced teeth, over bites or cross bites then Invisalign can benefit you. This new technology is saving many people time, discomfort and excessive dental visits. If you think that it could benefit you, keep reading.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign is an advanced technique that is used to straighten teeth in the least invasive way. Its aim is to stimulate the bone around the roots of the teeth. This allows the teeth to move into their ideal position faster. Instead of sitting with the pain of metallic braces for sometimes years, Invisalign achieves the same result in much less time. When Propel Orthodontics is used in conjunction with Invisalign, the best results are achieved.

Benefits of Invisalign

What are the main advantages of this substitute for braces? First and foremost, it means no more braces. Think about that – no more metal in your mouth; no more food stuck in your teeth; no more pain inflicted on your teeth and gums. Because it is not noticeable and one can wear these without anyone knowing, it increases the confidence of the patient. They are easy to clean and require far less dental visits than the conventional braces. With fewer dental visits and treatments, a fair amount of time is saved. Although this technique is reasonably new, it has been clinically tested and is a safe option. Studies have shown that Propel technology, when combined with Invisalign, can save immense amount of treatment time – up to 62%.

How Does Propel Technology Work?

After many years of research, conclusions have been made that vibrations can play a big role in bone remodelling. The gentle vibrating of the Propel technology make the aligners fit better, and therefore affects the predictability of teeth movement. Propel technology is not only used in conjunction with Invisalign, but also metal braces, clear braces and even temporary anchorage devices. Both the gums and the bone in your mouth support the teeth – the aim of Propel technology is to break the bone down so that it can be reabsorbed and then rebuilt. This will ensure that the teeth are secured in the most ideal positions. Taking an even closer look we will see that the cells responsible for inflammation are also responsible for this bone remodelling. The Propel technology causes inflammation of the gums, which then releases the cells responsible for the breakdown of the bone.

Dental technology advancements are forever on the increase. This is good news for everyone, because we all want to have beautiful smiles. With Invisalign and Propel technology we can have straightened teeth faster and without anyone knowing about the treatment. Gone are the days of the unattractive, painful and drawn-out treatment of metal braces. Therefore, if you have crooked teeth, an overbite, spaced teeth or crowded teeth ask your Fairview dentist if the practise offers Invisalign along with Propel technology.