Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment consisting of a set of transparent aligners or trays that fit snugly over the patient’s teeth. They are essentially a type of removable braces. Like conventional braces, they work by gradually nudging teeth into their correct positions.
Invisalign in Downers Grove provides a couple of advantages. First, they make it much easier for the patient to clean their teeth. They also enable the patient to eat and drink what they like without worrying about either damaging their braces or getting food trapped in them.
The aligners are also more comfortable to wear than braces, and they are easier to maintain. The patient won’t have to visit the orthodontist for such maintenance as having wires tightened. Similarly, they don’t have to worry about wires or brackets breaking or coming loose. The patient will only have to see the orthodontist to check their progress and pick up new aligners. Most patients will see their orthodontist about every two months or so.
The dentist will use 3D computer imaging to determine how the patient’s teeth should be shifted to their proper alignments. They will use that imaging to have the aligners custom-made at a dental lab. The patient will change aligners about every two weeks. The entire treatment usually takes between nine and fifteen months.
To get the desired results, the patient should wear their aligners for between 20 and 22 hours, depending on the orthodontist’s recommendations. They will thus have enough time to eat, drink, and clean their teeth.
What is Invisalign Teen?
Invisalign Teen is a version of Invisalign that comes with a built-in compliance check. Each aligner has a blue dot that will gradually fade the longer the patient wears it.
To learn more about Invisalign in Downers Grove, contact Oakbrook Orthodontics.
