Understanding the Basics of Invisalign Care

Did you know that 38% of Americans would rule out a second date with someone with crooked teeth?

Our obsession with the perfect smile is world-famous and it's becoming easier than ever to perfect your smile. With the rising popularity of Invisalign, you could have the smile you've dreamed of sooner than you think.

Invisalign is a custom-made solution taking the world by storm but is it right for you? Let's explore everything you need to know about Invisalign.

Invisalign works by using custom-made retainers to systematically move the teeth into position over time. You wear the retainers for 22 hours a day, only removing them to eat, drink and brush teeth.

The retainers are custom-designed and 3D printed to perfectly fit your teeth and gums, leaving them barely noticeable.

The process works a little like this:

1. Consultation You will meet with your dentist to examine your case and they will let you know if you are a good fit for Invisalign. They will talk you through the process and let you know what kind of results to expect. This is a great time to ask any questions you have about the treatment or upkeep of Invisalign.
   
2. Custom Treatment Plan Your custom treatment plan will depend on your specific dental needs such as closing gaps or straightening an overlap. The plans will include your 3D scan images taken using new technology - good news for anyone who dislikes molds. This allows you to see a digital progression of your teeth on screen. You watch your teeth moving into place from crooked to perfection - pretty cool!
   
3. Pick Up First Retainers When you first pick up your retainers you may need to have attachments fitted to your teeth in order to move them into the right position. This is painless and quick and then you will simply insert the aligners into the correct position. They may feel tight at first as they pull your teeth into place. You already on your way to straighter teeth!
4. Check-Ups and Fine-Tuning You will wear each set of retainers for around 2 weeks, although this can differ for specific retainers. Along the way, there may need to be bands, attachments or teeth filing to get the final result. You will have these done in your regular checkups and they are nothing to be worried about. These check-ups are also a great chance for your dentist to check that everything is on schedule.
5. Finalizing Once your treatment plan is completed you could have a permanent wire retainer fitted behind the teeth to keep them in position. Or you might switch to a night retainer. There are different options and you can discuss these with your dentist based on your needs.

Invisalign is a simple, high-tech replacement for traditional braces and could fix your smile in as little as 3 months. It has never been quicker to change your smile while feeling good about yourself. No more noticeable braces, making it perfect for professionals.

The price of Invisalign differs depending on the case but is usually slightly higher than regular braces. You will get a quote in your consultation but you should be looking at a price range of $3500 and $8000.

You should check with your insurance provider as many cover Invisalign as a treatment option. Although the cost might be slightly higher, the convenience and speed of Invisalign is often an important factor in their popularity.

No matter what your specific dental complaint is, there is a high chance that you can solve it with Invisalign. That's why over 6 million people have used Invisalign to perfect their smile.

They're a popular option for adults wishing to fine-tune or transform their smile due to the transparent retainers. When you have your Invisalign retainers in they are almost unnoticeable.

Invisalign is optimal for those of you with issues including overbites, gapped teeth, underbites, teeth crowding, open bites, and crossbites. However, patients that have problems with back teeth or severely rotated teeth should consider metal braces. This is because Invisalign is not best placed to straighten those issues.

Contact us to arrange a consultation today to fine out what your treatment plan might look like.

In order for you to achieve the target results, in the specified time-frame you need to follow the rules. Wear your retainers for the full 22 hours per day. If you don't, you're only lengthening the process for yourself.

Keep your retainers clean by brushing them gently each time you remove them. Another rule is to only drink water with your retainers in. You want to avoid hot drinks or drinks that can stain.

How long is a piece of string? For this answer, you will have to consult with your dentist. There have been results in as little as 3 months due to the high-tech material used but your case could be much longer.

The average case is around one year. If you just need some minor realignment you could be a good candidate for just a few months but for overbites, overcrowding or other such issues you could be much longer.

Invisalign is a perfect option for those who want noticeable results without the look and complications of metal braces. They look good, work quickly and have 6 million people vouching for their effectiveness.

All you need to do to get the ball rolling is a book a consultation today. You can find out exactly what Invisalign can achieve for you and just how quickly you can expect results. You could have the smile of your dreams in just months without the traditional metal of braces.

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