At Specialty Smiles, we’ve witnessed how Invisalign has changed the smiles of many people in North Miami. A lot of our patients want straighter teeth, but they don’t want to wear traditional metal braces. They are afraid that braces will change how they look, how comfortable they are, and how they live their lives. Invisalign is a new way to straighten teeth that solves these typical problems and yet gives you attractive results.
Invisalign employs a set of transparent, removable aligners to slowly move your teeth into the right places. These aligners are almost undetectable while you wear them, so most people won’t even know you’re getting orthodontic treatment. This is why adults and teens who might feel embarrassed about wearing metal braces at work, at school, or in social circumstances like these are so interested in Invisalign.
The independence and flexibility that Invisalign gives you is one of the best things about getting it in North Miami. You can take the aligners off when you eat, drink anything other than water, clean your teeth, or floss. With this, you don’t have to worry about food getting stuck in your braces or hurting the brackets and wires. You can still eat all of your favorite foods while your teeth are getting straighter.
The first step in getting treatment at Specialty Smiles is to have a consultation to see if Invisalign is correct for you. We make a digital model of your teeth using cutting-edge 3D imaging technology. This lets us construct a detailed treatment plan that shows how your teeth will move with each aligner and what your smile will look like when the treatment is over. A lot of patients get excited and motivated by seeing a preview of their future smile before treatment even starts.
After your custom aligners are made, you’ll wear each set for roughly one to two weeks before moving on to the next set in the series. Following the individualized treatment plan we’ve made for you, each aligner makes little changes to the position of your teeth. You’ll need to come to our office every so often so we can check on your progress and give you your next several sets of aligners. These check-ups are quick and easy, and you usually don’t have to sit in the chair as long as you do for changes to traditional braces.
A lot of our North Miami patients want to know how comfortable Invisalign is compared to regular braces. Moving teeth around can be uncomfortable, but most people think that Invisalign is more comfortable than metal braces. The smooth plastic aligners don’t have any harsh brackets or wires that can hurt your lips and cheeks. You could feel some pressure when you initially switch to a new aligner, but this is usually light and goes away in a few days as your teeth get used to it.
Another thing people often ask us about is how long the treatment will take. Invisalign treatment might take different amounts of time based on your needs, but it usually takes about the same amount of time as traditional braces. Some cases are easy and can be finished in six months, while others are harder and can take 18 months or more. Most Invisalign treatments last between 12 and 18 months on average. Wearing your aligners as directed—usually 20 to 22 hours a day, taking them off only to eat, drink, brush, and floss—is the key to staying on track.
We provide Invisalign at Specialty Smiles for a number of orthodontic problems, such as crowded teeth, gaps between teeth, overbites, underbites, and crossbites. In the past, particularly bad orthodontic situations might have needed traditional braces. However, Invisalign technology has come a long way in the last few years and can now fix many complicated alignment problems that weren’t possible with transparent aligners before.
We also offer Braces for Kids and Invisalign for younger individuals who might need orthodontic treatment early on. Some parents are astonished to find out that orthodontic treatment usually starts earlier than they thought it would. The American Association of Orthodontists says that kids should get their first orthodontic checkup by the time they are seven years old. Sometimes, getting treatment early might stop more serious problems from happening and cut down on the amount of care you require later.
It’s easy to take care of your aligners. We suggest that you rinse them out every time you take them out and then brush them gently with a toothbrush before putting them back in. Never eat or drink anything but water while wearing your aligners. Hot water can warp the plastic, so don’t use it. Put your aligners in their protective case while you’re not wearing them to keep them safe and sound.
You will need to wear retainers after your Invisalign procedure to keep your new smile. This is true for all kinds of braces, not just Invisalign. Retainers keep your teeth from slowly moving back to where they were before. At first, you might wear your retainers all day, just like you did with your aligners. But most people gradually switch to wearing their retainers solely at night.
We urge you to make an appointment for a consultation at Specialty Smiles if you’re thinking about getting Invisalign in North Miami. Our knowledgeable staff will look at your needs and help you decide if Invisalign is the best way to reach your smile objectives. We take pride in making treatment plans that are tailored to you and take into account not just your dental health but also your lifestyle, tastes, and budget. A lot of patients are shocked to find out that Invisalign is often about the same price as regular braces. Also, dental insurance programs that cover orthodontic treatment usually cover both alternatives in the same way.
Not only do straight teeth look nicer, but they are also easier to clean, which can lead to greater oral health and fewer dental problems in the future. Invisalign lets you have the smile you want without giving up the life you love. You can have both, and the treatment will fit well into your regular life. We can’t wait to help you get the healthy, confident smile you deserve.