Secure Your Dream Smile for the Future with Invisalign
Modern orthodontics make it easier than ever to correct your crooked smile. Orthodontic issues like crooked teeth, overcrowding, gaps between teeth, overlapping teeth and malocclusion can be remedied with Invisalign. Invisalign clear orthodontic braces offer an alternative to wearing metal hardware to straighten your smile. These FAQs from our dentist at Smile365 Dental in Langley, British Columbia, explain more about Invisalign and how it works to make your dream smile come true.
What is Invisalign?
Although Invisalign has been around for over 25 years, it remains one of the most popular orthodontic treatments for straightening crooked teeth. With traditional braces, you must wear metal brackets and wires on your teeth for the duration of your treatment. Invisalign uses removable plastic aligners to straighten your grin. You get the same amazing results with fewer hassles and inconveniences.
How does Invisalign work?
Dr. Harpreet Aulakh uses 3D imaging to map out your treatment from start to finish, allowing you to see how your smile will appear. We’ll also create a series of aligners for your personal use. You’ll wear the aligners full-time to realign your smile, even when you sleep. The aligners put gentle pressure on your teeth to slowly shift them into a straighter position. You’ll switch to a new set of aligners periodically to continue the momentum of straightening your grin. As the months go by, you’ll see improvements in your smile’s appearance. Dr. Aulakh will keep track of your progress and adjust your treatment, if needed, to help you secure your dream smile in the projected timeframe for completion.
What are the benefits of Invisalign orthodontics?
Once you get used to wearing the aligners, they’ll become second nature to you. You may even forget you’re wearing them altogether! As the aligners are clear, they’ll blend in with your teeth, so people can’t readily tell you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment. Invisalign aligners aren’t permanently attached to your teeth. They can be removed for eating and brushing your teeth. This makes meals so much more enjoyable. And you’ll be able to keep up with your oral hygiene.
Who’s a good candidate for Invisalign?
Invisalign works best on mild to moderate orthodontic issues—a category most people fall into. It can correct bite problems, close uneven spaces between teeth, straighten crooked teeth and fix issues with overcrowding. Invisalign is a good choice for people who don’t want to attract attention to their appearance while going through orthodontics. Candidates should also be responsible enough to take care of the aligners and comply with the parameters of their treatment.
How long are Invisalign treatments?
That depends on the type and complexity of the problems you want to fix. On average, treatments take between 12 and 18 months to complete.
Where can I find a skilled Invisalign dentist near me?
Dr. Harpreet Aulakh from Smile365 Dental is your go-to dentist for Invisalign in Langley, BC. To schedule a consultation for Invisalign orthodontics, contact us at (604) 409-8660.
