Invisalign
A Clear Solution
Invisalign is a clear and discreet orthodontic treatment option that uses custom-made aligners to straighten teeth. Unlike traditional metal braces, Invisalign aligners are removable and comfortable to wear, making it easier to brush and floss your teeth and maintain good oral hygiene. Additionally, Invisalign treatment is typically faster and less noticeable than braces, making it a popular choice for adults and teenagers who want to straighten their teeth without the inconvenience and self-consciousness of traditional braces.
Our Process
Knowing more about the Invisalign process can help you feel more confident in your decision to choose Invisalign.
Consultation
Consultation
Consultation
During the consultation, you and your doctor will discuss your case in detail to determine if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign. Invisalign now addresses many cases, from simple to more complex. Your doctor will determine if Invisalign is right for you. (Take the Self Assessment ahead of time to see if you might be a good candidate.) This will also be your opportunity to ask any questions you have about the treatment: costs, dental/orthodontic insurance, or any other concerns.
Getting Started
Getting Started
Getting Started
Your doctor will take x-rays, pictures and impressions of your teeth, which Invisalign will use to create a digital 3-D image of them. From these images your doctor will map out a precise treatment plan, including the exact movements of your teeth. Using this same technology, your doctor will even be able to show you a virtual representation of how your teeth will move with each stage of treatment.
Custom Aligners
Custom Aligners
Custom Aligners
Based on your individual treatment plan, a series of custom-made, clear aligners are then created specifically for you. These aligners are made of a smooth, comfortable BPA-free plastic that won’t irritate your cheeks and gums like traditional metal braces often do. Simply wear them throughout the day, and remove them when you eat or to brush and floss your teeth. As you wear each set of aligners, your teeth gently and gradually begin to shift into place. And because they’re virtually invisible, most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them.
Checkups
Checkups
Checkups
As you begin treatment, you will change your aligners regularly, depending on how fast your teeth move and how many hours a day you are wearing the aligners. To monitor your progress, you will have regular appointments with your doctor to make sure the treatment is on track. At every stage, you will be further along on your smile journey and closer to your new smile!
Reveal Your Smile
Reveal Your Smile
Reveal Your Smile
While every case is unique to each patient, treatment typically takes approximately a year for adults. For teens, the length of treatment is comparable to that of braces, but since your teeth won’t be covered by wires and brackets, you’ll be able to see improvement much sooner. For best results and a timely outcome, you should wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours per day, throughout your entire treatment.
Health Benefits
Healthier Teeth & Gums
Swollen, red gums can often be the result of having teeth that are crowded or too widely spaced. Unfortunately, these are also signs of periodontal disease. When teeth are properly aligned, it helps the gums fit more securely around the teeth, allowing for the strongest and healthiest defence against potential periodontal problems. That’s where Invisalign comes in. The comfortable and clear aligners gently and gradually begin to move your teeth into the proper position – without unsightly brackets and wires.
Easier Cleaning
One of the biggest challenges of having braces is removing all the food that gets trapped in the brackets and wires. This can often lead to plaque buildup and eventually tooth decay. With Invisalign, the aligners are removable, so it’s easy to continue brushing and flossing your teeth the way you normally do.
Overall Health
Think of your teeth as a window to the health of your body. Your teeth and gums – and how they look to others when you smile—say a lot about your overall health. If you’re taking good care of both, you’re probably taking good care of the rest of you.Tooth decay and gum disease are caused by bacteria. Left untreated, they can cause mouth sores, tender or bleeding gums, bad breath, and possible tooth loss. Studies by the American Dental Association have shown that oral infections can also lead to other more serious ailments such as heart disease, stroke, pneumonia and diabetes. Invisalign aligners make daily oral hygiene easier, thus reducing the risk of possible problems. And correctly aligned teeth can also alleviate the issues that can be caused by an improper bite, speech or chewing difficulties, jaw problems, and increased wear on the tooth enamel. Invisalign effectively addresses all of these orthodontic issues, so you’ll have the confidence of a great smile and increase the likelihood of improved oral health.
Treatable Cases
Invisalign has successfully treated a broad range of cases, from overly crowded teeth and underbites, to jaw problems and tooth misalignment.
Let your smile shine
Schedule your free consultation today to see which treatment options will work for you.
