The Optimal Method for Teeth Alignment
Orthodontic treatment can straighten teeth using braces or clear aligners.
Invisalign is renowned as the most advanced clear aligner system globally. Custom trays are crafted using highly accurate 3D digital scans conducted by professionals and are personally fitted to ensure utmost discretion and comfort. Your treatment may be finalized in as little as 6 months, with noticeable improvements visible in just a few weeks. The trays are easily removable and simple to clean, allowing you to indulge in your favorite foods while maintaining a clean mouth feel.
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Having straight teeth is not only aesthetically pleasing but also crucial in preventing costly dental and medical issues. It might seem insignificant if your teeth are crooked and don’t bother you, but correct tooth alignment is essential for proper function and lifelong durability.
Nearly 9 out of 10 people have some degree of crowding or misalignment, which can lead to various problems:
- Chipped front teeth or tooth loss
- Food getting trapped between teeth
- Difficulty flossing and cleaning between teeth
- Increased risk of cavities between teeth
- Gum disease, which can escalate the risk of systemic health issues such as heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, arthritis, and stroke.
If you experience any of these issues, we recommend scheduling an appointment at our office for an evaluation of your oral health.
When Is A Good Time To Start?
Whether you’ve been considering straightening your teeth for a while or just received a recommendation from your dentist, delaying treatment only prolongs dissatisfaction and increases the risk of dental issues. It’s important to note that teeth continue to shift, so waiting can lead to more misalignment over time.
Your teeth will likely be more misaligned in a few years than they are today, and the more movement required to straighten them, the longer the treatment will take. It’s easier, faster, and less expensive to straighten teeth before they become severely misaligned.
Affording treatment shouldn’t be a concern. The entire cost is not due on the day you start treatment, and our office can provide you with information about the payment options most of our patients use.
What Can You Expect Once You Start Your Treatment?
Our mission is to help our patients achieve overall health and a beautiful smile by starting with a good foundation. That means straightening the teeth so they’re in proper alignment and are functioning correctly. You’re never too old to benefit from straightening your teeth.
Your Treatment Plan
The process begins with digital scans of your teeth to create your treatment plan. Using Invisalign’s software, we can accurately predict how your teeth will change over time with Invisalign. We can even show you how your teeth will look weeks, months, and eventually at the end of your treatment. Once your digital plan is finalized, your custom aligners are made using Invisalign’s state-of-the-art printing process.
The First Aligners
Once the aligners arrive, special fasteners are often necessary. These are bonded temporarily to your teeth so that you can easily clip in your aligners, but don’t worry, they’re mostly invisible and come off at the end of treatment.
Follow-up Appointments
We will provide you with each set of clear aligners to wear for about two weeks. Your teeth will shift into place a little at a time as the aligners are changed for the next in the series until your teeth have been moved to their final, correct position. Visits to the office will be scheduled roughly once every 1-2 months to ensure that the treatment is going as planned.
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to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Cost of Invisalign in Delta
With a typical insurance plan, Invisalign treatment usually averages between $3000 and $5000+ out-of-pocket. After an oral exam, we would be happy to provide you with an accurate quote so you can find out how much your insurance plan will cover and what your actual out-of-pocket expenses would be. Without insurance, Invisalign treatment typically costs about $4000 to $6000+.
- The current condition of your overall oral health.
- How much your teeth need to shift.
- The length of your treatment.
How do we actually determine the cost of your Invisalign treatment and why does it seem so expensive? When considering the cost of orthodontics, there are a few things to consider:
Because every smile is so different, the only way to find out for sure if Invisalign is the best solution for you and how much it will cost you out of pocket is to come in for a consultation. Tell us your personal goals for your smile, let us examine your teeth and we will tailor a personalized treatment plan that will accomplish your wants and needs. Even if you’re not sure if you qualify for Invisalign because of your age, or particularly ambitious goals, it never hurts to ask. There are solutions available for you.
We have solutions for every unique case that presents in our office. Most of the time, we can provide you with a treatment plan that can be completed in our practice from express cases to advanced functional and cosmetic cases. If it’s outside of our scope, we’ll refer you to the best specialist to meet your needs.
Don’t let something like crooked teeth hinder your confidence or affect your health.
Frequently Asked Questions
Invisalign offers superior comfort and discretion compared to braces. The clear custom-fit trays are barely noticeable, and most people won’t realize you’re wearing them. They can also be removed for important presentations or dates. The trays are smooth against the inside of your mouth and don’t pinch or scratch like braces’ brackets. If the trays rub against your gums, they can be easily adjusted. Invisalign trays apply gentler pressure than braces and only move a few teeth at a time, making them far more comfortable than traditional orthodontic methods.
Invisalign gradually adjusts your teeth. Minor changes can be achieved in a few weeks with minimal discomfort, while more complex changes occur gradually to ensure your comfort. Although some discomfort is normal, if you experience significant discomfort, please inform us.
On average, it takes 6 to 12 months for teeth to move into the correct position with Invisalign. Many people notice some movement within the first 6 weeks after receiving their first set of aligner trays. The duration of treatment depends on the extent of the desired changes, regardless of the orthodontic option chosen.
Twice daily, remove your tray and clean it along with your teeth before reinserting it. Rinse your aligner before putting it back in if you remove it at any time, and avoid letting it sit in open air when not in use. You can soak your aligners in denture cleaner or Invisalign cleaning crystals, then carefully rinse them before reinserting them. Refrain from eating or drinking with your trays in, and do not use toothpaste to clean them. Detailed home care instructions will be provided when you receive your first trays.
Don’t eat with your aligners in your mouth. If you expose your aligners to the strong chewing forces that your teeth are trained to exert, you can damage or even crack your aligners, plus it’s just messy and not easy to eat with Invisalign in your mouth.
Yes, you should wear your aligners even while you sleep. They should be worn all day and night, except when eating and drinking. For the aligners to effectively shift your teeth over time, they need to be worn consistently.
