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Invisalign, A Smart Dental Investment
When you think of orthodontic braces, what pops into your mind? Metal brackets and wires? Fortunately, today, there are alternative options to correct orthodontic issues, the most popular of which is Invisalign. Invisalign can give you the same beautiful smile as traditional braces with none of the inconveniences. If you’re considering Invisalign but have questions about the treatment, Dr. Mark A. Wong from Mark A. Wong, DDS Family Dentistry in Walnut Creek, California, is happy to provide the answers you need.
What is Invisalign?
For many people, Invisalign is a modern-day solution for straightening crooked teeth. Invisalign replaces brackets and wires with clear, thermoplastic aligners to gradually shift crooked teeth into a straighter position. The process is effective, convenient, and discreet — making it a smart investment in your smile’s health, functionality, and beauty.
How does Invisalign work?
Our team will start with a consultation to evaluate the state of your teeth, gums, and jaw and identify the problems to be addressed. Then we’ll discuss your smile goals and what you’d like to achieve through Invisalign treatment. This allows us to map out a treatment plan to get the results you desire. We’ll also have aligners custom-fitted for your use. Invisalign aligners work by putting the right amount of pressure on your teeth to gently shift them into a better position. Every two weeks, you’ll switch to a new set of aligners so your teeth can be progressively adjusted until your smile goals are achieved.
Invisalign vs Braces – What’s the difference?
Both Invisalign and traditional braces are effective in straightening crooked teeth. However, there are notable differences between the two treatments.
In place of metal brackets and wires, Invisalign uses clear plastic aligners for straightening your smile, providing more comfort and convenience as they can be removed for eating and oral hygiene. Traditional braces remain on your teeth throughout your treatment, limiting what you can eat and making oral hygiene more difficult.
Invisalign aligners are barely noticeable on your teeth, whereas traditional braces are highly visible, making it obvious you’re having orthodontic treatment.
Traditional braces require frequent dental visits to adjust the wires and bands. Invisalign aligners need no adjustments. Dental visits are scheduled every 6 to 8 weeks, so we can monitor your progress.
Invisalign can correct minor to moderate problems with crooked or misaligned teeth, malocclusion, uneven spacing, and overcrowding. Severe orthodontic issues may require traditional treatment with braces.
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How long does Invisalign take to work?
Treatment times vary from one patient to the next, as some problems are more difficult to correct than others. Treatment times are also affected by how well your teeth respond to the aligners and how diligent you are to wear the aligners 20–22 hours daily as instructed. The average treatment process takes around 12 to 18 months to complete.
Where can I go for Invisalign clear aligner therapy near me?
Dr. Mark A. Wong from Mark A. Wong, DDS Family Dentistry is your go-to Invisalign dentist in Walnut Creek, CA. Contact us at (925) 678-5600 to schedule a consultation for Invisalign treatment.
