Invisalign®
Invisalign® is a set of transparent (see-through) aligners that fit over your teeth. Unlike traditional metal braces, Invisalign® aligners are removable and replaced every two weeks for the entire course of your treatment.
With Invisalign®, there is no need for fixed wires and brackets, so you won’t have to worry about food stuck in your braces. Plus you can smile confidently without trying to hide a mouthful of metal! Placing and removing Invisalign® aligners is seamless and convenient, and they can be easily removed before meals or social engagements. Even when you’re wearing them, they are discreet and blend in with your smile.
What Is Invisalign®?
Invisalign® vs. Traditional Braces
Procedure Overview
As your treatment progresses, each new set will have minor adjustments. You may notice that a new set doesn’t fit quite right at first. This is because your teeth need to shift to fit the aligner’s shape. Invisalign® is a gradual process, so each aligner only moves a few specific teeth at a time. Your dentist or orthodontist will check up on your progress every few weeks and give you new sets of clear aligners based on your current progress.
The pressure from the aligner is strong enough to move most teeth, but some may need an extra push. Your dentist or orthodontist can add attachments to help guide your teeth into place. An attachment is made with a small dot of liquid bonding resin that is applied to a specific tooth and hardened with a special curing light. This dot helps make contact with the aligner, applying extra force to teeth that may not shift on their own. Adding and later removing this bonding resin is a simple process that doesn’t require any anaesthesia.
