Straight talk about the modern way to straighten teeth without braces: Four-plus toothy truths about Invisalign®

Have your teeth shifted over time? Did you experience orthodontic “relapse”? Have you had crowded and poorly-spaced teeth for as long as you can remember? Whatever the specific case may be, Dental Care of Boca Raton is here for our valued neighbors in Southeast Florida with the latest, appealing options to restore the healthy, beautiful smile they once had or to get the smile they’ve always wanted!

Rethink orthodontic treatment at the dentist’s office

If your perception of teeth straightening treatment is limited to braces, it is time to acquaint yourself with an alternative that doesn’t use fixed metal hardware: Invisalign®. Instead of silver-colored stainless steel brackets and wires, Invisalign® uses a series of lightweight and flexible oral appliances to place constant yet gentle force on the teeth. This pressure gradually moves the teeth into their healthy alignment. These appliances, or “aligner trays,” are made from transparent plastic. So they are not visible when you smile.

Braces are fixed or secured to the teeth and can only be adjusted or removed by an orthodontist or dentist. With Invisalign®, you are in the driver’s seat. These appliances are not attached to the teeth. So you can slip them in and out of your mouth with ease.

Options for many smiles

Invisalign® may be an appropriate alternative to braces for individuals with minor cosmetic crowding and other spacing issues. On the other end of the spectrum, Invisalign® has effectively and comfortably corrected bite imbalances. “Treatable” cases include overbite, underbite, and open bite.

Often imitated, never duplicated

When Invisalign® was first introduced in the late 1990s, it signaled the start of a new category of orthodontic treatments: clear aligner therapy. Since that time, other types of clear aligners have entered the market. However, Invisalign® remains the first and pioneering option for removable, discreet aligner therapy. With the benefit of time, Invisalign’s Align Technology has constantly innovated upon their treatments. So, today’s patients can expect the most precise, efficient, safe, and comfortable treatment experience.

A true partnership

The team at Dental Care of Boca Raton takes great pride in our clear and open communication with patients. We will go over everything from how to wear and care for your aligners. Generally, it is recommended to wear each aligner in your series for at least 22 hours per day. They should only be removed for cleaning, brushing, and flossing your teeth and prior to meals. This feature supports comfortable eating, a nutritious and varied diet, and decay-fighting oral hygiene throughout treatment.

After one week to two weeks, as directed by your dentist, you will wear the next aligner in your series. The total number of aligners and, thus, total treatment time varies and depends on your needs (and how well you comply with our instructions).

To find out more, schedule your Invisalign® consultation today. During your visit, we can even show you how your new smile will look post-treatment, thanks to the beauty of advanced software and simulation capabilities. Call (561) 556-6275 to reach our team in Boca Raton, FL.

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