How does Invisalign work?

Invisalign is an alternative to metal braces.

With traditional dental braces, metal wires and metal or ceramic brackets are used to move teeth into occlusion. These are permanently attached to the teeth for the duration of treatment. They can be difficult to clean around, and can sometimes poke and cause some discomfort, however they are very effective, and required in some more advanced cases.

With Invisalign, clear, removable, custom fit trays called aligners are used instead of metal or ceramic. The aligners are removable so you can eat with ease, and thoroughly brush and floss your teeth before replacing your aligners.
Each case will have a certain number of aligners. Each aligner is worn for two weeks, and then you switch to the next aligner in your set. All your aligners are custom made and designed to slowly shift your teeth into the desired position.

Because the aligners are clear, most people can’t tell that you are wearing braces at all.

To learn about your options for Invisalign, schedule your personal consultation today.