Invisalign

As the name implies, Invisalign clear aligners are made of almost invisible polyurethane plastic. Rather than being cemented or bonded to the teeth as metal or clear braces are, clear aligners are completely removable — for important social occasions, for eating, and, most importantly, for tooth-brushing and flossing. Here are some other advantages of the Invisalign system:

• Improved Oral Hygiene  - With an orthodontic appliance that is removable, you will be able to clean your teeth much more easily than if you were wearing metal braces.

• A Discreet Look  - If you consider your orthodontic treatment to be a private matter, or simply feel that metal braces don`t fit with your self-image, a practically invisible form of orthodontic treatment might suit you.

• More Dietary Choices  - To protect metal wires and braces, some diet modifications are necessary. As the clear aligners are removable, major dietary modification are not required.

• Comfort  - The soft, flexible material of which Invisalign is made will not irritate the soft tissues of the mouth, as metal wires and braces can.

• Teeth-Grinding Protection  - If you have a teeth-grinding or clenching habit, clear aligners can function as thin nightguards that will protect your teeth from excessive wear.

How Invisalign Works

Invisalign clear aligners work the same way traditional braces do: by applying carefully controlled forces to teeth to move them into a better position. But they are not made of metal; instead, they are made of clear, flexible plastic.

Here`s how it works: Specialized computer software helps us design a plan for moving your teeth from their current positions into the best possible alignment. This movement will be broken down into perhaps several dozen stages. For each stage, the Invisalign company will manufacture plastic mouth trays or aligners, one to fit over your top teeth and one for the bottom. You will need to wear this first set of trays for two weeks, for a minimum of 20 hours per day. We then move on to the next set of aligners in your series to accomplish the next stage of gradual movement. You will keep doing this until your teeth are correctly aligned.