If it’s a winning smile that you seek--without a lot of attention being drawn to the process--then the Invisalign® system of cosmetic dentistry might be the solution.
Invisalign® is a system used by cosmetic dentists to straighten teeth virtually invisibly by utilizing a series of clear aligners that are custom made to fit each patient’s mouth. These aligners help the teeth move (or adjust) a little at a time, with the desired result typically being attained in about 12 months.
Very non-invasive in nature, the Invisalign® system (with over 1 million patients worldwide) can correct dental problems such as crowding, spacing, overbite, underbite, deep bite, open bite, crossbite, and in situations of mild relapse after traditional braces have been removed.
Unlike traditional old-fashioned braces, Invisalign® aligners are barely noticeable due to their clear structure; plus they are removable anytime the wearer chooses (in situations where they might be a distraction such as eating, flossing, or dating).
The aligners are made of a thermoplastic material developed specifically for Invisalign®. If you have ever seen a teeth whitening tray, you have seen something very similar to the Invisalign® product; the difference being these specialized aligners are developed to correct any number of varying aesthetic defects that have been determined by your doctor, and based on your unique mouth.
Also, it’s important to note that not all clear aligners are Invisalign. The Invisalign® system is a patented system that has been FDA cleared.
Depending on the desired correction or result, the typical treatment plan consists of a series of aligners that are used and switched out on an average of once every two weeks, thereby moving teeth a little at a time in a method that can be easily monitored and adapted by the dentist during appointments which average every four to six weeks.
And while the teeth may only shift in increments of .25 millimeters to .33 millimeters during each two week wearing, it is the sum total of the aligners, when worn in succession, that provide the desired result--a winning smile that gains attention for all the right reasons.
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