Social media and the internet are a good way to stay informed of news, trends, and things happening all around the world. These are also used as marketing platforms to promote products and services to attract new customers for businesses. It is impressive to see how many new products are being launched every day and it is even more interesting to see how a lot of these new products can be ordered online as Do It Yourself (DIY) kits.
Recently, we have seen that this is starting to happen in the medical sector, specifically in the dental world. Some companies have started to promote DIY invisalign teeth-straightening aligners that you can order online to try to correct and improve the appearance of your smile.
The DIY process involves ordering a kit to take a digital impression of the customer’s teeth. Based on the impressions, a licensed dentist or orthodontist will prescribe a series of custom-made aligners that are sent to the customer by mail with instructions on how to use them and when to switch from one into another to gradually move the teeth into the correct position. However, this process is not as easy as it sounds.
Most dentists recommend having a consultation first to assess your case and provide a plan to improve not only your smile but more importantly your oral health. Dental practitioners have extensive training to take precise impressions and assess how aligners will interact with or exacerbate pre-existing dental issues. Additionally, in-person dental visits are necessary to continuously assess your oral health and ensure that the aligners are doing their jobs. Without these in-person assessments with a professional, a patient runs the risk of causing permanent tooth damage, gum damage, and joint pain. The information that you share with your dentist and what they see during the dental visit is vital to provide dental care.
Technology is evolving at a rapid pace and everyday new and advanced tools are being created to make life easier. However, we do not recommend performing orthodontic treatments at home without first having an appointment with your dentist to assess your current dental condition.
At Savanna Dental in Calgary NE, we offer Invisalign invisible braces as one of our orthodontic services to improve the appearance of your smile. Visit us, and we will provide you with a free consultation. You can also contact us, and we’ll provide you with more information.
