Invisalign® Clear Braces
Invisalign® has been developed as an option for teeth straightening without many of the drawbacks associated with traditional braces. Invisalign® uses a series of clear plastic trays that slightly move your teeth with every phase of treatment.
Convenient Straightening
Most people won't even realize that a patient is wearing Invisalign® because the discreet aligners are made of a clear material and don’t inhibit speaking or eating. The aligners can also be removed and brushed to ensure a hygienic treatment, and patients can continue brushing and flossing their teeth normally, too.
Treatment Planning
When first undergoing teeth straightening treatment with Invisalign®, your cosmetic dentist or orthodontist will take pictures, impressions, and measurements of your teeth. Next, a series of individually designed molds are created to gradually improve the alignment of crooked teeth. These trays are each worn for 24 hours a day, except for eating and cleaning, for about two weeks. The patient then starts wearing the next mold in the series, which may contain anywhere from 18 to 30 different molds.
Effective Results
Invisalign® will straighten crooked teeth in about the same time as traditional braces, and is great for patients that don’t require bite correction or drastic movement of the teeth. The system does cost more than traditional braces, but most adult patients find the convenience and invisible option is well worth this investment. Many patients also choose to follow their Invisalign® treatment with a tooth whitening procedure to complete their smile makeover.
Traditional teeth straightening methods don’t always present the best options for treatment when it comes to personal and professional relationships. Many patients feel that metal braces distract from their smile, and Invisalign® addresses this problem. Almost anyone can use the Invisalign® system to fix crooked teeth, but only a qualified orthodontist or cosmetic dentist can determine if this is the best system for a patient.