Invisalign

Invisalign is the clear alternative to metal braces for kids, teens, and adults. They are clear aligners that work in a series of trays that gradually shift your teeth into place.

Invisalign begins with a consultation with an Invisalign-trained dentist. Your expert will map out a customized treatment plan that illustrates the step-by-step transformation of your teeth and smile. Once your plan is approved, your set of unique dental aligners will be created. You will wear each set of aligners for 20 to 22 hours per day, changing aligners every one to two weeks as directed by your dentist. Your teeth will gradually and gently shift to their new place, until you achieve your new smile.

Absolutely, it is possible for your teeth to move back after Invisalign but wearing a retainer at night can maintain alignment. Retention is essential to keeping your teeth straight following Invisalign. in some cases, Dr. Plotnick may suggest a fixed permanent retainer in addition to your nighttime retainers to provide additional support.

Patients can start noticing improvements in as little as 4 weeks but most cases take 6-12 months depending on how crowded your teeth are initially. Moving teeth too fast can cause unwanted damage. Dr. Plotnick will personally create a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs.

Patients can start noticing improvements in as little as 4 weeks but most cases take 6-12 months depending on how crowded your teeth are initially. Moving teeth too fast can cause unwanted damage. Dr. Plotnick will personally create a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs.

As long as you follow your instructions, Invisalign will be a permanent way to straighten your teeth when paired with a nighttime retainer way.

Braces and Invisalign both effectively straighten teeth, but it is case-dependent. Braces may be better for patients with severely crooked teeth and who may not have all of their adult teeth (especially kids and teenagers). Invisalign may be especially beneficial for adults since the aligners are invisible. A thorough consultation is essential to figure out which is right for you.

Four sets of retainers and a permanent retainer will be included if deemed necessary, with Invisalign. Dr. Plotnick will help you decide what is best for your treatment plan.

No, you should take your Invisalign trays off and place them in the case. Eat your meal and brush your teeth if possible, if not be sure to brush at night. Once you have finished eating, place the trays back in.

You can eat or drink anything you want, but you must remove your trays beforehand. One tip, is to avoid foods with heavy pigmentation like turmeric, to avoid staining your trays. If your trays are stained, there are cleaning solutions that can help reduce staining.

People who are relatively close may notice, but the trays are relatively invisible and it’s unlikely people will notice.

Yes.

No. You may feel slight mobility during the treatment but that is normal with any orthodontic treatment.

No, Invisalign will not change your face shape.

In the first week of Invisalign treatment, patients may feel pressure or discomfort as the aligners begin to gently shift teeth into their proper positions. Additionally, individuals might find they need to adapt to speaking with the aligners and implement a new oral hygiene routine, as the trays must be removed before eating, drinking anything besides water, and brushing teeth.

Most patients only need Invisalign once, but You can repeat Invisalign treatment as needed, depending on individual circumstances and goals. After completing one round of treatment, a new treatment plan can be developed with Dr. Plotnick to address any further alignment adjustments or changes in dental alignment over time.

You should brush and floss after each meal with Invisalign. Flossing can remove food particles and bacteria that cause tooth decay, especially when trapped in the aligners.

You should sleep with your aligners in since your teeth can shift back into their initial position while you sleep. Ideally, you’ll wear your aligners for 20-22 hours per day.