Invisalign

What is Invisalign®?

Invisalign is a state-of-the-art orthodontic treatment system that uses clear aligners made of SmartTrack® to gradually straighten your teeth or jaw. Unlike conventional braces, Invisalign aligners are removable, so you can still eat your favorite snacks like apple slices, seeds, or nuts.

The aligners blend in with your smile and contain no chemicals, making them safe for pregnant women and people with allergies or food sensitivities.

What alignment issues can Invisalign help correct?

Alamo Family Dentistry uses Invisalign to correct a variety of alignment issues, including:

• Crowding
• Crooked teeth
• Misaligned jaw
• Crossbite
• Overbite
• Underbite
  

You might also benefit from Invisalign if you have overlapping teeth or teeth with visible gaps between them.

What does Invisalign treatment involve?

Before prescribing Invisalign treatment, the Alamo Family Dentistry team conducts an oral exam and asks about your treatment goals. Then, they take a series of digital X-rays to assess the position of your teeth and jaw.

If you have mild or moderate alignment problems, your dentist will proceed with treatment. They will take impressions of your mouth with an intraoral scanner and upload them to a computer design program.

With the program, the Alamo Family Dentistry team can map out the step-by-step movements of your teeth and jaw. After finalizing a plan, they then send your impressions to a laboratory that makes your first set of aligners.

During treatment, you transition into a new pair of aligners every two or three weeks. To ensure the process goes smoothly, it's important to wear your aligners for between 20-22 hours every day.

How long does treatment with Invisalign take?

Orthodontic treatment with Invisalign typically takes 6-12* months, but it can take longer depending on your needs. To ensure a positive outcome, follow the team's instructions and attend each checkup as scheduled.

How do I keep my Invisalign aligners in optimal condition?

To keep your Invisalign aligners in optimal condition, it's important to clean them regularly. Every time you remove them to eat, rinse them off in tap water. If you need to leave your aligners at home for an extended period, you can soak them in a denture solution or with Invisalign cleaning crystals.

If you're interested in learning more about Invisalign, make an appointment at Alamo Family Dentistry by calling the office or reaching out online.