Not only is Invisalign versatile, helping to correct a broad range of dental and orthodontic issues, but it really works. And there are over a million smiles to back that up. But a confident smile isn’t the only benefit of correcting your dental issues with custom-made Invisalign aligners—your health can be positively impacted as well. Learn more about several common issues below that an experienced Invisalign doctor can work with you to correct.

A balanced and nutritious diet is good for your general health and your dental health. Without the right nutrients, your teeth and gums can become more susceptible to decay and gum disease. Sugar is one of the main causes of dental problems. The average Canadian eats the equivalent of 40 kg of sugar each year. Here are a few ways to cut down:

* Try to choose sugar-free snacks – see the snacks listed below.

* Add less sugar to coffee or tea (or use sugar substitutes).

* Avoid sugar-sweetened soft drinks.

* Look for fruit juices and drinks with no added sugar.

* Read lists of ingredients when you’re grocery shopping. Honey, molasses, liquid invert sugar, glucose, and fructose are all types of sugar.

* When you do eat sweets, avoid sticky sweets. They cling to teeth and are harder to brush away. Eat sweets with a meal, not as a snack. The increased flow of saliva during a meal helps to wash away and dilute sugar.

* Carry a travel-size toothbrush and use it after eating sweets. If you can’t brush, at least rinse your mouth with water or eat a fibrous fruit or raw vegetables. Or chew a piece of sugarless gum.

Some great-tasting snacks that won’t harm your teeth:

* Plain milk and buttermilk
* Fruit and raw vegetables
* Plain yogurt, cheese and cottage cheese
* Hard boiled or devilled eggs
* Nuts, sunflower or pumpkin seeds
* Melba toast
* Salads

Christine was missing one of her front teeth and was about to lose more due to periodontal disease. The lack of bone support for her remaining anterior teeth caused them to drift outward adversely affecting her smile. Treatment included periodontal therapy, Invisalign to re-align her anterior teeth, extraction of her remaining incisor teeth and placement of a fixed bridge to create her new smile.

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Words cannot adequately express the gratitude I feel toward Dr. toms and his staff. For as long as I can remember I have disliked the appearance of my teeth. Over the years I was desperate to have work done but it was only when I lost a tooth that I decided to take action. When I Came across Dr. Toms website and saw his incredible work, I knew I had finally found the dentist that could do the job. And Dr. Toms expertise surpassed any expectations I had. After wearing Invisalign for several months, Dr. Toms created a beautiful, natural-looking and totally functional bridge.

Not only was the job perfect, but also the way Dr. Toms and his staff treated me was beyond any other dental experience I’ve ever had. Thank you so much Dr. Toms for my beautiful smile – you have no idea how you have changed my life!