Invisalign® in La Jolla & Poway, CA
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For those seeking a straight smile without the look of traditional metal braces, Invisalign® offers a fantastic solution. These transparent aligners fit over your teeth, providing a discreet alternative to fixed wires and brackets. Unlike metal braces, Invisalign® aligners are removable and replaced every two weeks throughout your treatment period.
Traditional metal braces can be restrictive and trap food particles, making it challenging to clean your teeth effectively. Improper cleaning may result in stains when the braces are eventually removed. In contrast, Invisalign® eliminates the need for fixed wires and brackets, ensuring that you won't have to worry about food getting stuck. The aligners are easily placed and removed, allowing you to enjoy meals and social engagements with ease. Their discreet appearance blends seamlessly with your smile, so you can confidently show off your teeth.
What Is Invisalign®?
Invisalign® employs a series of clear aligners to gradually straighten your teeth. Each aligner gently shifts your teeth, and you'll switch to a new set approximately every two weeks. The total number of aligners you will wear typically ranges from 20 to 30, depending on your specific case. Some patients may require more sets, while others need fewer. The effectiveness of Invisalign® makes it an excellent tool for treating minor to moderate orthodontic issues. In more severe cases, traditional metal braces may be a suitable alternative for correcting most bite problems. To determine which treatment option is best for you, please schedule a consultation today.
Invisalign® vs. Traditional Braces
While the convenience of removable aligners is a plus, it's crucial not to remove them too frequently during your treatment. Consistent wear is essential to prevent setbacks and increase the overall time and expense of your Invisalign® treatment. Dentists recommend keeping the aligners on for at least 22 hours a day, removing them only for meals and special occasions. Keeping track of the time spent without the aligners is essential. If you find yourself frequently forgetting to wear them, traditional braces may be a more suitable option for you.
Procedure Overview
Throughout your treatment, each new set of aligners will make minor adjustments. At first, you may notice that a new set doesn't fit perfectly, as your teeth need to shift to accommodate the aligner's shape. Invisalign® is a gradual process, with each aligner specifically moving a few teeth at a time. Your dentist or orthodontist will monitor your progress regularly, providing you with new sets of clear aligners based on your current teeth movement.
While the aligner pressure is typically enough to move most teeth, some may require an extra push. In such cases, your dentist or orthodontist may add attachments to guide your teeth into place. These attachments are small dots of liquid bonding resin applied to specific teeth and hardened with a special curing light. The attachment helps create contact with the aligner, applying additional force to teeth that may not shift on their own. Adding and removing this bonding resin is a simple process that doesn't require anesthesia.
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