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Invisalign®® Clear Braces in Medford

Many patients dream of achieving straighter teeth, but the thought of wearing noticeable, metal braces is just too much. At The Smilist Medford, we understand this concern and want to help you improve the aesthetic value of your smile without having to sacrifice its natural appearance for months in the process. That’s why we offer Invisalign®, a method for straightening teeth that is effective, discrete, and convenient.

If you’re from the Long Island, NY area, contact our Medford, NY location today to schedule your initial Invisalign® consultation. Or, if you’re not ready for a consultation, we still invite you to get in touch if you have any questions for our team. First, though, let’s talk a bit more about this innovative treatment.

How Does Invisalign® Work?

couple taking selfieInvisalign® eliminates the traditional bracket-and-wire model from orthodontic treatment entirely, replacing it with a series of clear, custom-made aligners. Our doctors will start the process by capturing detailed impressions of your smile and sending them to the Invisalign® lab, who will fabricate a series of aligners. Each aligner will move your teeth just a little. Over time, they’ll shift into their proper positions.

For Invisalign® to be effective, it’s important that you follow a few simple guidelines:

What Benefits Does Invisalign® Offer?

couple taking selfieThe most prominent benefit that people love about Invisalign® is that it is aesthetically pleasing. The aligners aren’t completely invisible, but they won’t draw a lot of attention to themselves. Plus, they’re way more pleasing to look at than ugly brackets and wires.

Another big plus that Invisalign® offers is the removable nature of the aligners. Unlike with traditional braces, you won’t have to worry about any dietary restrictions. If you feel like snacking on popcorn or having some corn on the cob, you can do that without worrying. All you have to do is take your aligner out, enjoy your food, and put your aligner back in.

And while we urge you to wear your aligners as much as possible, it’s okay to remove Invisalign® for a couple of hours if you’re attending a special event, like a wedding a graduation. We understand that you don’t want even clear braces to interfere with your photogenic nature.

Here are some other perks of Invisalign®:

Who Is Invisalign® Right For?

The best way to find out if Invisalign® is right for you is to come into our office for a consultation, but the chances are good that it will be a fit for your situation. This treatment is effective for most orthodontic issues, including crookedness, malocclusion (a bad bite), and gaps between the teeth. However, some severe problems may require traditional braces.

Invisalign® is generally best for adults and teenagers rather than children because kids may not have the self-discipline needed to wear their aligners as much as they should. If you get Invisalign® for your adolescent child, you can monitor their compliance via a small blue indicator on their aligners.

Clear braces are a fantastic option for anyone who wants to achieve straighter teeth without suffering through the stigma and discomfort of traditional braces. If you would like to learn more about this treatment, please get in touch with us!

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Costs of Invisalign®

Invisalign® sounds like an excellent way to achieve the straighter smile you’ve always wanted, but how much does it cost? Invisalign® treatment is typically comparable to the cost of traditional orthodontic treatment; however, because each case is unique, your final cost is determined during your consultation with your dentist in Medford based on the length and complexity of your specific treatment plan.

Our treatment coordinator is happy to help you determine how to fit Invisalign® treatment into your budget without breaking the bank.

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Invisalign® Treatment Time

Invisalign® treatment generally takes between six months and a year to complete, but that doesn’t mean your case will be identical to another patient’s. This is because the length of your treatment varies on a number of different factors, including the severity of your misalignment or uneven bite and your compliance with the aligners themselves. During your regular checkups, we’ll help you make sure that your treatment process goes as smoothly as possible, without any hiccups.

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Invisalign For Teens

Invisalign is an outstanding alternative to braces and has been used to help more than 8 million people achieve the smile they’ve always wanted. But one of the most common questions we hear is, “Does Invisalign work for Teens?” The answer is yes! In fact, we offer an option called Invisalign Teen that addresses the unique challenges teenagers face to help them get the fantastic results they’re after.

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Invisalign FAQs

closeup of an Invisalign aligner

Even with all this information at your fingertips, you may have some questions about Invisalign in Medford. Keep reading to get some of our responses to the most common questions. If you have more concerns than what we address here, please feel free to contact our office and schedule a consultation. We would be more than happy to discuss Invisalign treatment in greater detail with you in person.

What Problems Can Invisalign Fix?

Invisalign can be used to treat teeth and bite alignment issues in mild to moderate cases. Whether you have crooked, overcrowded, gapped, or protruding teeth, Invisalign can transform them into a smile you can be proud of. When you come for your consultation with one of our dentists, they can tell you whether you could benefit from this treatment.

Why Should I Fix Misaligned Teeth or Bite Misalignment?

At first glance, Invisalign treatment can seem purely cosmetic. However, misalignment in your teeth or bite can impact your smile in the long term. For instance, how your upper and lower teeth match up can affect how efficiently you can chew your food, which means correcting your bite could help you eat. Also, teeth that aren’t properly aligned could wear down more than others, needing restorative work that could have been prevented with orthodontic treatment.

How Long Do I Need to Wear My Aligners?

Each set of aligners is just one step on your way to straighter teeth, and you can only reach the final results if you adhere to guidance from our team. You should wear the aligners for about two weeks before switching to the new set. It’s important to follow instructions because getting off track could cause delays in your treatment.

Does Invisalign Treatment Hurt?

When shifting the alignment of teeth, you may experience some mild soreness, particularly on the first couple of days you wear the aligners. However, the smooth aligners should not irritate your lips or cheeks or cause you discomfort. In fact, most patients find that Invisalign is much more comfortable in the mouth than traditional braces!