Invisalign has been around for decades, but it is still growing in popularity. This orthodontic treatment is designed to address mild to moderate issues, like crooked teeth or misaligned bites. Although it uses soft, clear aligners, most patients find it as effective as traditional metal braces. Let’s take a closer look at what Invisalign is and how it works. What …
Can You Eat With Invisalign?
There are many different reasons why patients are drawn to Invisalign when it comes to addressing their orthodontic needs. One, in particular, is how little this treatment disrupts life – even when it comes to eating. Unlike traditional braces, you can remove your Invisalign aligners when you eat, making it a very convenient treatment option. But, can you eat with …
How Do You Clean Your Invisalign Retainers & Tray?
The virtually invisible feature of Invisalign is a leading reason millions of Americans have chosen to correct their smiles with align technology rather than traditional brackets and wire braces. Removable, smooth, plastic alignment trays and retainers also offer benefits such as enhanced comfort, and the ability to eat what you like. However, to ensure that your alignment trays and post-treatment …
Keeping Your Invisalign Trays Clean
Invisalign is a great option for those who are looking to enhance their smile and boost their oral health. These removable clear plastic aligners are comfortable to wear and much more discreet than traditional braces. Just as you have to brush and floss your teeth on a daily basis and visit your dentist routinely to keep your teeth and gums …
How Long Does Invisalign Take to Straighten Teeth?
Invisalign is a comfortable, easy to care for alternative to standard metal braces, one that works well to align your teeth correctly. The Invisalign process works through a series of clear aligners that position your teeth. Your aligners are shaped based on the computer-generated images and impressions that your dentist takes. How Invisalign Works Less uncomfortable and more convenient than …
The Most Common Invisalign Accessories
Invisalign accessories aren’t necessary for your aligner therapy treatment, but they can make it easier, faster, more comfortable, and even a little more fun. Below, we cover some of the most common official Invisalign accessories. If you’re interested in any of them, they’re available from the Invisalign website or through our office! Invisalign Cases You’ll get a complimentary Invisalign case …
How Does Invisalign Work?
Bulky metal braces were once the only orthodontic treatment option for straightening teeth. Metal brackets and wires caused patients years of discomfort, as well as the inconvenience of not being able to eat certain foods and the hassle of having to brush and floss between wires. Fortunately for us, metal braces are no longer the only way to achieve your …
How Long Do You Need to Commit to Your Invisalign Retainer?
Finishing your last set of Invisalign aligners is a significant milestone! Your orthodontic treatment is finally over…or is it? The truth is that being done with Invisalign isn’t the end of your orthodontic journey, it’s just the beginning of the next phase of treatment: maintenance. You’ll need retainers to keep your new smile looking great for years to come. Here’s …
Can Invisalign Fix an Overbite?
If you’ve been researching Invisalign online, you may have read that clear aligners can’t fix overbites. Or, maybe you visited a dentist for an Invisalign consultation in the past and you were told that it wasn’t a fit for you because of your overbite. While Invisalign can treat overbites, the belief that it can’t isn’t exactly a misconception—when Invisalign was …