Transform Your Smile with Invisalign®: A Comfortable, Clear Solution for Straightening Teeth!

In dentistry, ‘occlusion’ refers to how the upper teeth touch the lower teeth when you bite down or chew your food. ‘Malocclusion’ refers to problems with how these teeth fit together. Also known as a ‘bad bite,’ this common dental problem has many forms. The most prevalent, Class 1 malocclusion, is defined by upper teeth overlapping the lower teeth only slightly. A more severe ‘overbite’ falls into the Class 2 malocclusion category, while Class 3 malocclusion represents underbites – when the lower jaw sticks out and overlaps the upper jaw and teeth.
Invisalign® at Smile365 Dental in Langley, British Columbia, is appropriate for all types of malocclusion and spacing issues, from modest crowding or gaps to more extensive bite problems, including:
- Overbite.
- Underbite.
- Crossbite.
- Open Bite
When Invisalign® was first introduced to the public in the late 1990s, it was mainly marketed for straightening in patients with ‘simple’ cosmetic cases. However, Invisalign® has evolved and innovated through the years. Now, more patients than ever before can benefit from this discreet, comfortable, and removable alternative to conventional orthodontic treatment (with braces).
[call]For Generally Straighter Teeth
Our dentist, Dr. Harpreet Aulakh, may be able to straighten your teeth with a series of Invisalign® aligner trays alone. These clear trays or oral appliances are designed to hug the curves of your teeth and mouth precisely. They place consistent force on the teeth, which gradually repositions them. Remove the trays when brushing, flossing, or for comfort; otherwise, wear them at all times, including during sleep.
Be sure to also wear the trays in the correct order. Dr. Aulakh will periodically check that your treatment is progressing as planned and answer any questions you may have throughout the process.
For Complex Cases
Patients who require more extensive tooth movement and bite correction can enjoy the ease of highly esthetic and comfortable Invisalign® treatment. SmartForce® attachments, which are tiny and nearly invisible in your smile, may be added before or during treatment. They aid in applying just the right pressure on the teeth, in just the right direction, to facilitate efficient, safe, and correct repositioning of each tooth fitted with an attachment.
If you are a candidate for traditional orthodontic appliances, such as braces, you are likely an excellent candidate for Invisalign®! Call (604) 409-8660 to schedule an appointment at Smile365 Dental in Langley today.