Invisalign clear aligners provide the orthodontic patient a clear path to a straight smile. At Summerville Dentistry in Augusta and Evans, GA, Dr. Caleb Morris and Dr. Scott Wingard provide these popular aligners. Would you like to learn more about Invisalign?
FAQs about Invisalign
What do Invisalign aligners look like? Are they noticeable? Invisalign aligners are custom-molded from patented SmartTrack acrylic. They fit tightly onto top and bottom teeth, but are so thin and clear, only you and your dental team will know you're undergoing treatment. Also, these appliances are removable; just take them out to brush, floss and eat, and for special occasions as needed.
Do I wear my aligners all the time? Except for oral hygiene and meals, you wear your aligners all the time. Your dentist recommends 20 to 22 hours so your treatment sequence stays on target.
What can Invisalign treat? Invisalign treats a range of orthodontic issues such as:
- Protruding front teeth
- Overbite
- Under bite
- Cross bite
- Open bite
- Crowding
- Gaps
- Tooth rotation and tipping
- Orthodontic relapse (when a patient's teeth shift after previous orthodontic treatment)
Complicated cases require conventional braces, but millions of people across the world have qualified for Invisalign since the late 1990s. Likely, your case is appropriate for the innovative system.
What's the best age for Invisalign treatment? You must be an older teen or adult. Children whose jaws and dentition are not fully developed require traditional orthodontic solutions. A complete exam and Invisalign scan at Summerville Dentistry will help your dentist determine if you and Invisalign are a match.
Is it hard to take care of my teeth and aligners? No, it's not. If you already brush twice a day, floss and get your routine cleanings at your Augusta dental office, Invisalign will be easy for you. Stay with those good habits, and clean your aligners with toothpaste, a soft brush and clear water.
Will I have to come to Summerville Dentistry often? You'll check in with your dentist every four to six weeks. He'll do a quick progress check and deliver your next aligner pairs. You'll wear each pair about two weeks before moving to the next step in your treatment plan.
Will my teeth hurt when I wear my aligners? Some initial soreness is normal because your teeth are moving. However, Invisalign aligners are smooth. So they don't irritate soft oral tissues, such as your tongue or lips. Some patients switch to their new aligner pairs at bedtime so they sleep through their adjustment periods.
Am I too old to get orthodontic correction? No one is too old to get braces as long as their oral health is good.
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If you're curious about Invisalign, call Summerville Dentistry for a consultation with Dr. Wingard or Dr. Morris. We look forward to talking with you. Augusta, GA, office at (706) 738-4723 and our Evans, GA, office at (706) 250-2998.