What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a type of orthodontic treatment that uses clear, plastic aligners to straighten teeth. Invisalign is an alternative to traditional braces, which use metal wires and brackets to correct dental irregularities.
At Sunbrite Dental In Las Vegas the Invisalign treatment consists of a series of clear aligners that are custom-made for each patient. The aligners are made from smooth, almost invisible plastic and fit snugly over the teeth. Invisalign treatment is often used to correct minor orthodontic problems such as crowding or spacing.
Invisalign can also be used to treat more complex issues such as overbites, underbites, and crossbites. Invisalign treatment is typically completed within 12-18 months, though the exact length of treatment depends on the severity of the dental problem being treated.
Invisalign aligners must be worn for 20-22 hours each day in order to be effective. The aligners should only be removed when eating, brushing, and flossing. Patients will visit their orthodontist every 4-6 weeks for a progress check and to receive new aligners.
Invisalign is an effective way to straighten teeth without using traditional braces. The clear aligners are virtually invisible and can be removed for eating, drinking, and cleaning. In addition, Invisalign treatment is often shorter than traditional braces treatment. If you are considering orthodontic treatment, talk to the team at Sunbrite Dental in Las Vegas to find out if Invisalign is right for you.
Benefits of Invisalign in Las Vegas
At Sunbrite Dental in Las Vegas, we specialize in Invisalign, and we've seen firsthand the many benefits that this clear aligner system can provide. Invisalign is a great option for both adults and teenagers who are looking to straighten their teeth without having to wear metal braces.
One of the biggest advantages of Invisalign is that the aligners are virtually invisible, so nobody will even know that you're wearing them unless you tell them.
Invisalign is comfortable to wear, and there are no wires or brackets to irritate your gums or cheeks
Sunbrite Dental in Las Vegas is committed to providing each patient with the individualized care they deserve. We believe that everyone deserves a beautiful, healthy smile - and we're dedicated to helping our patients achieve just that!
How Invisalign Works
We start each orthodontic case with measurements and imaging of the teeth and mouth. This data goes to Invisalign technicians who send back a series of these clear, custom-made aligners. We show our patient how to fit these aligners over their teeth.
The patient wears each aligner for one or two weeks before switching to the next aligner in the series. These aligning trays are worn for 22 hours each day. They can be removed for meals, enabling our patient to eat their favorite foods (which would be prohibited if they had metal braces). Because the aligners can also be removed to clean the teeth, there is less decay, gum disease and staining on the teeth with Invisalign compared to metal braces.
Are you contemplating orthodontic treatment to properly align your teeth? Most orthodontic cases respond more quickly to the Invisalign system than to conventional braces. Please call us for a consultation at 1-702-819-0866.