Invisalign is an affordable, high quality braces system that is virtually invisible. By using a series of removable clear plastic aligners, teeth are gradually moved into predetermined positions. The aligners fit tightly over your teeth and are very difficult to see. Each set of aligners is worn for two weeks, for at least twenty two hours each day before being discarded for the next set in the series. Treatment continues until your teeth are straightened.
We can use Invisalign to correct lots of different problems as this system is very versatile. Treatment could help you if you have crooked or rotated teeth, unsightly gaps in between your teeth or teeth that are overcrowded, or problems with your bite. When you visit 1300SMILES we will be able to tell you if Invisalign is the best treatment option. We Care about your dental health and will only ever recommend a solution we know will provide the results you desire. If you decide to go ahead, we can begin planning your treatment.
The main advantage of Invisalign is its ability to deliver predictable results. It is also very easy to use and will have minimal impact on your everyday life. All you have to do is wear the aligners as directed, removing them for eating and for brushing and flossing. There is no need to change your diet and your daily dental hygiene routine will be exactly the same.
Treatment times can vary; most adults will complete treatment within a year, with some requiring longer or shorter periods depending on the issues being resolved. Invisalign is able to treat a comprehensive range of problems, including cosmetically oriented issues only affecting the front teeth and where treatment is often very quick.
We will need to see you every few weeks, but your visits will not take very long. It is simply a chance for us to check your progress, and to supply you with more sets of aligners to keep you going until your next visit.
First, we will need to take x-rays, impressions of your teeth and photos. This information is used by Invisalign to create virtual 3D images of your teeth. Our dentist will use this information to plan how your teeth will move, right from the start of treatment to the very end. One of the many nice things about Invisalign is that you will be able to preview images showing your tooth movements, so you will see how your smile will look, even before you wear your first set of aligners.
You might feel some discomfort when you first begin to wear your aligners, or when you move onto the next set in the series, but this should only be temporary. It can take a few days to get used to the sensation of wearing aligners but after a few days you will find them simple to insert and remove.
Invisalign is commonly used to treat adults, but it might be suitable for older teenagers who are committed to wearing their aligners as instructed. Invisalign does produce a system especially for teenagers, and which includes blue coloured compliance indicators as well as several sets of replacement aligners, just in case any are mislaid.
If you are fed up with having a wonky smile, why not click on our Make an Appointment button below to discover how Invisalign could help you? Our friendly and informative dental team are also on hand to answer any questions you may have about this or any of our fantastic treatments.