If the thought of wearing braces is stopping you from getting the smile you’ve always wanted, then we have the perfect solution for you. Invisalign or Clear Aligner Therapy uses clear, virtually undetectable tooth aligners to gradually move your teeth. This means you can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing, and you can still eat and drink what you want. Also, you can brush and floss normally to maintain healthy gums and teeth.
Invisalign uses a series of custom clear aligners to move your teeth gradually into place. Each aligner is designed for a specific stage of your treatment plan, and you switch to the next set about every one to two weeks.
Because the aligners are removable, you can eat, brush and floss normally. You'll visit us every several weeks so we can check your progress.
Many adults complete Invisalign in about 6 to 18 months, and more complex cases can take longer. Your exact timeline depends on how much your teeth need to move and how consistently you wear your aligners, ideally 20 to 22 hours a day.
The number of aligners varies with each case. Simple cases may use a dozen or so sets, while more involved cases can use several dozen. Some patients also receive a short series of refinement aligners near the end to perfect the result.
We'll show you how many stages your plan includes before you start.
Yes. Teeth often drift years after braces, especially if retainers weren't worn. Invisalign is a popular, discreet way for adults to correct this relapse without going back into braces.
Once your teeth are back in place, wearing a retainer at night will help keep them there for good.
Most people won't notice. The aligners are thin, clear and fit snugly over your teeth. Some treatments use small tooth-colored bumps called attachments to help the aligners grip, and these are also hard to see.
You may have a slight lisp for the first day or two, but most adults speak normally almost right away.
Anything you like. Take your aligners out to eat or to drink anything other than plain water, then brush or rinse before putting them back in. Coffee, tea, wine and sugary drinks can stain the aligners or trap sugar against your teeth.
When your last aligner is complete, you'll get retainers to keep your teeth from shifting back. Most adults wear them full-time briefly and then at night long-term.
Nightly retainer wear is the simplest way to protect your investment for years to come.
The best way to learn what orthodontic treatment could do for you or your child is to schedule a complimentary initial exam. We will determine the best course of treatment and answer all your questions. Book your initial appointment online now using the link below, or just simply call our office.
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