We can’t blame you if you’re wondering, “how can I get straight teeth without braces?” Afterall, most of us don’t fancy the idea of having conspicuous unattractive metal braces covering our teeth! So, what is Invisalign and how does it work? Is Invisalign the right solution for you? Let’s find out.
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign has become America’s #1 choice for discreet orthodontic treatment. If you want to straighten your smile but don’t want to wear braces, the perfect solution for you may be Invisalign! These transparent, custom-fit, nearly-invisible plastic aligners are used to straighten, align, and beautify your smile. The best part? People will hardly notice you are getting your teeth straightened!
How does Invisalign work?
Since Invisalign requires no brackets and wires, how does it straighten your teeth? Good question. The key to this procedure lies in the planning stage. Using 3D advanced scans and modeling technology, your Invisalign Torrance dentist, Dr. Lobo first performs a comprehensive evaluation of your smile to determine the right course of alignment for your smile, accurately predicting the subtle yet progressive shift of each tooth in your jaw.
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About every 2 weeks, you switch out a custom fit Invisalign aligner that will gently mold your teeth in the right alignment. Each transparent tray or aligner is slightly different to continue the aligning process. This succession continues for 6 to 18 months until your smile if just the way it should be—perfect!
Through this procedure you can control your own treatment pace at the regular checkups with your Invisalign dentist in Torrance, CA, Dr. Erin Lobo.
Getting straight teeth with Invisalign
Invisalign can fix many smile alignment issues for most people but you and Dr. Lobo will have to first make an evaluation at your Invisalign appointment. Generally, Invisalign can fix:
- crooked teeth
- overcrowded teeth
- widely spaced teeth
- crooked bites
- deep bites and under bites
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What is the average treatment time of Invisalign?
An average Invisalign treatment course takes about twelve months but it depends on your specific needs and your doctor will determine how many clear aligners you will have.
How to care for and clean your Invisalign aligner
You can maintain your regular brushing and flossing schedule. Since Invisalign requires no professional removal, you can remove it and eat whatever you want and clean your teeth as you normally would!
You can also soak it or rinse in mouthwash solution for a few minutes each day for added freshness.
Get Invisalign in Torrance, CA
We hope this has been the ultimate guide to invisalign you were searching for! Dr. Erin Lobo will be glad to schedule your FREE second opinion consultation to see if Invisalign is the right option for you.
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