Braces work with metal or ceramic brackets that are glued individually to the teeth. The brackets are connected to an archwire with elastic O-rings, putting pressure on the teeth and jawline to move them into the desired position. The archwire is adjusted periodically as needed.

Invisalign, on the other hand, uses a series of custom-made clear aligners to adjust crooked teeth using gentle, consistent force to reposition them. The Invisalign clear aligners are very precise, allowing for predictable, controlled movement of the teeth, as well as faster treatment.

You will begin with a consultation with your Invisalign-trained dental professional who will evaluate your smile and oral health, allowing them to map out a custom treatment plan. Once this is done, your Invisalign aligners will be created.

The Invisalign aligners will be worn for about 20 to 22 hours each day, removed for eating and certain other activities. Each set of clear aligners will be changed after one or two weeks, according to your treatment plan.

Once we decide to move forward with the Invisalign process, our team will show you a digitized version of your perfect smile so you know what to expect. We will then capture a 3D image of your teeth to develop your custom aligners. The aligners will then be trimmed and checked for quality. Once we begin the process, you will wear each retainer for about two weeks. Minimal appointments will be required, as we send multiple retainers with you at once. You will be able to track the improvement of your smile with each step!

More than anything else, you can expect your Invisalign aligners to provide you with a new, beautiful smile. If you are more familiar with traditional braces, you may be unaware of the advantages offered by Invisalign. Aside from the fact that the clear aligners are essentially invisible, they offer the following benefits:

• Greater Comfort
  Traditional braces can be irritating to the mouth, but Invisalign is similar to wearing a mouthguard. There are no sharp edges or wires to cause irritation.

• Convenience
  Invisalign is common enough to be widely available. Their use also requires fewer office visits, as you will be sent home with a series of trays, rather than having to make appointments to adjust an archwire, as is required with braces.

• Removable
  Invisalign aligners can be removed when you are eating, brushing, and flossing. This can make oral hygiene easier, promoting greater oral health.

• Simple Maintenance
  Braces may trap food particles but removing your Invisalign aligners to eat means that this will not be a problem. The clear aligners can be cleaned easily by brushing gently with toothpaste and warm water.
• Faster TreatmentWhile this will vary according to the treatment needs of the individual, Invisalign typically offers faster results than braces.