Common Invisalign Questions
You may have heard of Invisalign, or you may have friends who confided that they wore one of the nearly invisible mouthpieces. Your curiosity was peaked, and you decided to find out more about the popular teeth straightening phenomenon that’s earning all the buzz. Your dedicated, experienced team at our dental office has answers. This list of frequently asked questions answers some of the most common questions. Call today for more specific, individual guidance.
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a cutting-edge dental treatment that uses a series of clear plastic aligners to gradually reshape the contours of your teeth. The pain and embarrassment of metal orthodontic braces are no longer necessary. The benefits of the innovative Invisalign technique to straighten your teeth include their nearly invisible appearance, plus shorter times required to straighten crooked teeth. Additionally, you can still enjoy your favorite foods, as Invisalign maintenance requires you to take them out for eating and cleaning.
How do I begin an Invisalign treatment program?
An Invisalign treatment program begins with a visit to your local Stamford family dentist. Our dental center has two Invisalign Platinum Providers, expert dentists, and exceptional dental providers. After examining your mouth and discussing your teeth-straightening goals and expectations, your dental providers Ali Modiri, DDS, and Marjan Moghadam, DDS develop a custom digital treatment plan just for you. You learn about the schedule and cost of the program. Dentists usually recommend a complete dental exam and teeth cleaning before beginning the treatment therapy.
What is the Invisalign treatment program?
During the Invisalign treatment process, you wear a series of clear plastic aligners that slowly and steadily move your teeth into alignment. You can take out the aligners at any time for eating or brief social encounters, but you need to keep them in as much as possible, so you approach 24 hours in a day. Your dentist provides a new set of aligners every one to three weeks as your teeth shift into place.
What sorts of problems can Invisalign fix?
Invisalign treatment can fix most dental alignment problems, including overbites, underbites, gaps, crossbites, uneven bites, or just routine teeth straightening. Ask your dentist in Stamford if Invisalign clear aligners are right for you.
Is Invisalign treatment right for me?
If you’re an adult or mature teenager who wants to improve your look, health, and tooth function, you may be an ideal Invisalign candidate. As of 2020, more than seven million people, including more than 1.4 million teens, have already enhanced their smiles with Invisalign trays while avoiding the trauma of traditional metal orthodontic braces. If you’re a parent of forgetful teenagers, the Invisalign teen device includes a tiny blue dot so you can make sure they’re wearing it as directed.
Can I trust Invisalign?
Developed in 1997, Invisalign received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its clear aligners one year later. The Invisalign brand is so well associated with clear alignment therapy, that it has become almost synonymous with the technology. They use the highest medical-grade plastics available, and they regularly test their raw materials for the unwanted presence of any latex, parabens or Bisphenol A (BPA).
What if I’ve already had dental corrective work?
It depends on what sort of dental work you’ve had done. Even if you’re currently wearing orthodontic braces, Invisalign can still help improve your smile. If you’ve previously had braces and your teeth have shifted back to their original position, you’re an excellent candidate for the Invisalign treatment. Veneers and crowns have to be individually evaluated by your dentist. Bridgework connecting two or more teeth can be problematic and inhibit the Invisalign treatment.
How much does Invisalign cost?
The short answer is that Invisalign is very close to the cost of traditional orthodontic braces. The final price depends on how many aligners are necessary to correct your teeth. Most insurance companies cover Invisalign in the same manner as metal braces. Stamford Dental Arts offers a wide array of payment options, including flexible and interest-free financing.
What happens after I stop my Invisalign treatment?
After the Invisalign treatment program has shifted your teeth into their optimal position, dentists usually advise wearing a retainer to prevent your teeth from moving back to their previous configuration. Invisalign recommends Vivera retainers. Like Invisalign, they’re nearly invisible and are the most durable available. Your dentist decides how often and for how long you need to wear your retainer.
These are just some of the most common Invisalign FAQs, but don’t consider them a substitute for an in-depth face-to-face meeting with one of the expert dentists at Stamford Dental Arts. If you live near Stamford, CT, and think clear alignment therapy might be right for you, then contact us today and schedule your free initial consultation!
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