Adults and teens who may be self-conscious about wearing traditional braces, especially in a work environment find the nearly “invisible” Invisalign system an attractive alternative.

What is Invisalign?

• Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten your teeth without braces.

• Invisalign uses a series of clear removable aligners (pictured to the left) to straighten your teeth without metal wires or brackets.

• Invisalign has been proven effective in clinical research and orthodontic practices nationwide. In fact, over 70% of all U.S. orthodontists are certified to treat patients with Invisalign.

 

How Does Invisalign Work?

• You wear each set of aligners for about two weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss.

• As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move - little by little, week by week - until they have straightened to the final position your orthodontist or dentist has prescribed.

• You'll visit your orthodontist or dentist about once every six weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.

• Total treatment time averages 9-15 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.​

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How Are Aligners Made? You'd Be Amazed...

• The aligners are made through a combination of your orthodontist's or dentist's expertise and 3-D computer imaging technology.​