Invisalign Lewisville
Clear Orthodontic Treatment for Straighter Teeth
If you think the only way to achieve a healthier, straighter smile is with traditional metal brackets and wires, Creekview Family Dentistry is happy to tell you there is an alternative treatment. Using clear, plastic aligners, Invisalign in Lewisville will give you desired results in less time than it takes with regular braces. Whether you are a working professional who wants to make presentations at work without a metal spotlight on your mouth, or you are just ready to do something about your poorly aligned teeth and want a more subtle method of treatment, we can help you! To schedule an Invisalign consultation, contact our dental office.
How Does Invisalign Work?
To start, you will need to schedule a consultation with one of our qualified dental professionals. During this initial visit, you will discuss your goals and what you hope to achieve with Invisalign, as well as have your mouth fully examined. This will tell us if you are a good candidate for Invisalign, as well as how long we can expect your treatment to last.
After taking digital impressions of your smile, we will map out your smile sequence, so you can see how it will progress throughout treatment. Sending these images off to a dental lab, technicians will begin to craft your customized aligners.
Once we receive your trays in our office, you will return to have your first set of aligners fitted. You will be expected to wear your clear aligners for 20-22 hours each day, only removing your trays when eating, drinking, or cleaning them. After 1-2 weeks of wear, you will switch out your trays for the next set in the series. With each new set, you can expect to see your teeth gently shift in the proper direction. While you might experience some mild discomfort, an over-the-counter pain reliever can help.
Depending on your individual treatment plan, you can expect to see results in as little as 12-18 months. However, just because you are done with Invisalign doesn’t mean you’re done with treatment. It will be necessary for you to wear a retainer afterward, so your teeth won’t shift back into their original position.
Indications for Invisalign
Fortunately, Invisalign can be used to treat various types of orthodontic problems, including:
Crowded Teeth
When your teeth are sitting too close to each other, you may experience problems keeping them clean. If proper brushing and flossing cannot be achieved, it raises the risk that you will develop gum disease and tooth decay. By wearing Invisalign, the aligners will work to shift your teeth in a way that creates necessary space, so your new smile will be aligned, making it possible to have an improved appearance and healthier smile.
Space Between Teeth
Unlike teeth that sit too close together, gapped teeth can also pose a problem. Whether it’s a large gap between your two front teeth or gaps that exist along the sides of an arch, harmful bacteria and food particles can become trapped, leading to similar problems: gum disease and tooth decay. With Invisalign, we can officially “close the gap” and have you seeing a new and improved smile in no time at all.
Bite Alignment
Your bite can affect many aspects of your oral health. From excessive wear and tear on your teeth to increase jaw pain resulting in the need for TMJ Therapy, it’s important that your bite is properly aligned so all areas of your mouth work together correctly. Overbites, underbites, crossbites, and open bites can all be corrected with the help of Invisalign.
What Are the Benefits of Invisalign?
When attempting to choose which method of orthodontic treatment you wish to pursue, here are a few benefits that might make you lean towards Invisalign:
- Faster results
- Practically invisible method of treatment
- No irritation to the soft tissues of your mouth
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Fewer visits to your dentist office
- No restrictions from your favorite foods and/or beverages
Understanding the Cost of Invisalign
Because all patients are different, there is no set price associated with clear braces in Lewisville. In order to provide you with a clearly defined estimate, we will consider a wide range of factors and discuss them with you during your initial consultation.
Some of these factors include:
- The severity of your dental problem
- How many clear aligners you will need to have successful results
- Your age
- How dedicated you are to wearing your aligners the recommended amount of time
Invisalign FAQs
How Long Does Invisalign Take?
Usually, patients who choose to straighten their teeth with Invisalign in Lewisville achieve the results they desire in 12-18 months. This is a considerable improvement over traditional braces, which often take 2+ years. During your consultation, we can provide you with a more precise estimate and share the steps you can take to avoid lengthy treatment plan delays, starting with wearing your aligners for a minimum of 20 hours each day.
Does Invisalign Hurt?
This is hands-down one of the most-asked questions about Invisalign, particularly among patients who have worn metal brackets and wires in the past. Fortunately, the answer is “no!” After all, the aligners are crafted from smooth plastic, have a low profile, and are custom-made to fit the contours of your teeth perfectly. Plus, there aren’t monthly adjustment appointments. Instead, your teeth will gradually be guided into their ideal positions as you progress through your series of trays.
Tip: If any soreness or pressure does arise from the movement of your teeth, sip on cool water, avoid crunchy foods, and take OTC pain medication as directed!
What Should I Do If I Lose One of My Clear Aligners?
First, try to pinpoint the last place you know you had them. Then, retrace your steps! Since Invisalign aligners are clear, it’s important to be thorough in the process. It’s also important to look in the places you may not initially expect, like the center console of your car, the waste bin in your kitchen, and the pockets of the pants you were wearing earlier. If your attempts to find your trays are ultimately unsuccessful, then don’t waste any time contacting our team at Creekview Family Dentistry!
Is There Anything I Can’t Eat During My Invisalign Treatment?
Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign doesn’t come with any dietary restrictions. There is a rule that you need to keep in mind, though: you must remove your aligners before eating or drinking anything other than water. This will help prevent them from staining, warping, or breaking.
Important reminder: While there aren’t any foods that are off limits, it’s best to eat mostly healthy, well-balanced meals. Not only will this ensure that your body gets the vitamins and nutrients that it needs, but it will also reduce your risk of developing tooth decay and gum disease.
What Happens After Invisalign?
Once we’ve achieved the desired results with Invisalign, it will be time to move on to the next step of the process: the retention phase. This is important because upwards of 50% of patients experience orthodontic relapse (when teeth drift out of alignment) in the years following their orthodontic treatment. To prevent that from happening, your cosmetic dentist in Lewisville will create a custom retainer from impressions of your teeth. They will also share how often you need to wear it and how to take care of it so it lasts.
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