What is Invisalign?
Invisalign gently guides your teeth, straightening them using a series of clear plastic trays called aligners.
When you choose Invisalign, your provider takes a 3D scan of your smile. They use that scan to 3D print the first series of clear aligners, trimmed to your exact gum line. This way, they fit comfortably and are hard to spot on your teeth.
You wear the first aligner in your set for the time prescribed by your Forever Smiles Orthodontics provider — usually 1-2 weeks — before swapping it for the next aligner in your series. By the time you finish wearing your last aligner, you have a straight, beautiful smile without having to endure any metal in your mouth.
What Invisalign treatment options are available?
The team at Forever Smiles Orthodontics wants to make Invisalign available to anyone who wants to explore this virtually invisible teeth-straightening option. They can personalize treatment so patients can reach their treatment goals based on their preferred treatment duration and budget. Specifically, Forever Smiles Orthodontics offers:
Comprehensive treatment with Invisalign
Many adults who want a straight, perfect smile can choose Invisalign instead of braces. This treatment can correct problems that include:
- Crowded teeth
- Overbite
- Underbite
- Crossbite
- Gapped teeth
- Open bite
If you’re interested in getting your dream smile without braces, ask the team at Forever Smiles Orthodontics about Invisalign.
Invisalign Teen
Similarly, Invisalign can correct a wide range of smile problems for teens. For parents who have concerns that their teens won’t wear their aligners enough, Forever Smiles Orthodontics can fit the aligners with a blue compliance indicator. This gives parents a way to check that their teen isn’t skimping on wearing their aligners each day.
Invisalign Express
If you have a specific smile challenge you want to address, the Forever Smiles Orthodontics team may be able to use a shortened treatment. Please talk with your provider about your specific concerns so they can create a treatment program that works for you.
How often do I need to wear my Invisalign aligners?
Wear your aligners for at least 20 hours a day. You can take them out to eat, drink, play sports, give presentations, or any other time you need.
Call the office most convenient to you or make an appointment online to learn more about Invisalign.
Is There Another Clear Aligner Option?
Yes! At Forever Smiles Orthodontics, we are committed to offering the most advanced orthodontic treatments for our patients. One of the latest innovations we provide is Angel Aligners, a clear aligner system designed to deliver optimal results for patients seeking a discreet, comfortable, and effective way to achieve a straighter smile. Angel Aligners have quickly become a top choice due to their cutting-edge technology, precise customization, and patient-friendly features.
Angel Aligners vs. Invisalign
While both Angel Aligners and Invisalign provide effective and discreet orthodontic treatment, Angel Aligners are our first choice for clear aligners at Forever Smiles Orthodontics. Here’s why:
- Clearer Plastic: The plastic used in Angel Aligners is clearer because it is 3D printed at a higher resolution than Invisalign and, importantly, this results in less staining of the aligner during treatment.
- Comfort and Efficiency: Angel Aligners provide for a wider range of malocclusions to be treated with clear aligners and use high-quality, flexible materials for a more comfortable fit. This allows for more patients to be candidates for clear aligner treatment, and in some cases, treatment with Angel Aligners can provide faster results.
- Advanced Technology: The plastic used for Angel Aligner is a more advanced generation of clear aligner material and thus exhibits biomechanical properties that are more conducive to effective and efficient tooth movement.
- Angel Button: A unique feature of Angel Aligners, the Angel Button is incorporated into the aligner itself for the use of elastics. With other aligner brands, including Invisalign, we have to bond or glue metal buttons to the teeth, which can be both unesthetic as well as uncomfortable.
While Invisalign remains a well-known brand, Angel Aligners offer an advanced generation of clear aligner materials conducive to effective tooth movement, which is why we prioritize them in our treatment offerings.