Orthodontic Care
Straighter Teeth Without the Metal
Invisalign clear aligners let you achieve a beautifully straight smile discreetly — no brackets, no wires, no disruption to your daily life.
Invisalign clear aligners let you achieve a beautifully straight smile discreetly — no brackets, no wires, no disruption to your daily life.
Invisalign is a revolutionary orthodontic treatment for mild to moderate dental alignment issues. The treatment consists of the patient wearing a series of clear aligners that gently and consistently move teeth into correct alignment. Each new aligner fits the new position of the teeth and applies gentle pressure to bring teeth into the desired position in the mouth.
to three hours in each 24-hour period
orthodontic treatment
and for professional adults
Less intrusive than traditional braces
You may be surprised to find out just how tight your first aligner may feel. Since this is most likely your first (and last!) experience with orthodontics, it can be jarring to feel that pressure on your teeth. But rest assured, this pressure is not only safe, but it’s integral to the treatment. And, you’ll also be surprised at how quickly your body and brain adjust so that the feeling of pressure and tightness goes away.
As your treatment progresses, you’ll be getting a new aligner every so often. Each time you get a new aligner, you’ll experience that sensation of pressure again. But, each time the feeling of pressure will go away even faster than before!
In the beginning, you might have a little bit of difficulty speaking. You might have a little bit of a lisp as your tongue adjusts to the new appliance in your mouth. But this period will pass swiftly, and you’ll be able to speak and sing just as you did before wearing the Invisalign aligner.
There are many reasons why a patient should choose Invisalign, but trying to shorten the length of treatment time shouldn’t be one of them. One of the most common myths about Invisalign is that it is slower or even faster than other orthodontic treatments. But the truth is that it’s going to take a certain amount of time to shift your teeth into correct alignment, no matter which orthodontic solution you opt for. In fact, treatment with Invisalign typically takes between a year and 18 months, which is comparable to the amount of treatment time with traditional braces.
Traditional braces work very well to correct even the most severe misalignment issues. And while Invisalign isn’t recommended for severe alignment problems, it’s just as effective as traditional braces for mild to moderate alignment issues. This is because the basic way that Invisalign works is the exact same as the basic way that traditional braces work. So yes, Invisalign is actually just as effective as metal braces.
can see that a child will be needing orthodontic treatment, they may recommend waiting a while before beginning said treatment. Orthodontic treatment of any kind isn’t suitable if the child’s teeth and jaw are still growing, because this could undo the results of the treatment. The bottom line is that Invisalign is suitable for anyone who would be ready for orthodontic treatment in general.
and surrounding areas to new and existing patients. If you’re in need of orthodontic treatment, you should contact Elevate Smiles today.
Invisalign brand aligners are superior to other aligners for a variety of reasons. First, it’s great to know that Invisalign® aligners are made from BPA-free plastic. The plastic material is also of a high molecular weight and medical-grade, making them safe for oral use. When you are fitted for Invisalign, your orthodontist uses 3D imaging. This results in an extremely precise image of your teeth and arch. These images are then sent to the dental lab, where the lab technicians use the data to craft the custom-made aligner that fits perfectly with your oral anatomy. This is why Invisalign aligners stand apart from competitors in terms of comfort, durability and effectiveness.
. Your orthodontist is the key to successful orthodontic treatment, no matter which alignment solution you choose!
To begin, the orthodontist meticulously reviews the patient’s dental records. Typically, a person is referred by their dentist to the orthodontist. The dental X-rays are also examined by the orthodontist in order to determine the exact alignment issues that need to be corrected. After this, the orthodontist will confirm whether or not Invisalign is a viable orthodontic option. If it is, then the next stage will commence, either at this appointment or at the next.
Next, the orthodontist will devise a custom treatment plan. In order to do this, a series of images will be captured of the teeth and jaw. This may comprise 3D imaging, X-rays or other imaging techniques. Using proprietary software, the orthodontist will create a custom and specific treatment plan with the end goal of correcting the alignment problem. Using the special Invisalign® Outcome Simulator, your orthodontist may even be able to show you what your new smile will look like at the end of treatment!
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