Get Straight Teeth With Invisible Braces In Allen Park, MI
Invisalign invisible braces use a series of clear removable aligners to straighten your teeth without metal wires or brackets. Invisalign braces have been proven effective in clinical research and in orthodontic and dental practices nationwide, including Allen Park Dental Care.
How Does Invisalign Work?
Total treatment time averages from 12–24 months with 18-30 different sets of trays within that time. Each of these will vary on a case by case basis and can be discussed with the doctors.
You wear each set of Invisalign invisible aligners for about 2 weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. As you replace each set of teeth aligners with the next in the series, your teeth will move—little by little, week by week—until they have straightened to the final position your Invisalign dentist, Dr. Szalai, has prescribed. You’ll visit our Detroit area office in Allen Park about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
What are the Primary Benefits of Invisalign Braces?
There are four primary benefits of Invisalign braces:
- Invisalign is nearly invisible – you can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing. They are often referred to as “clear braces” or “invisible braces.”
- Invisalign aligners are removable – you can eat and drink what you want in treatment; you can also brush and floss normally to maintain good oral hygiene.
- Invisalign is comfortable – there are no metal brackets or wires to cause mouth irritation; no metal or wires also means you spend less time in the doctor’s chair getting adjustments.
- Invisalign allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan before you start – so you can see how your straight teeth will look when your clear braces treatment is complete.
5 Things to Know Before Starting Invisalign
- Invisalign is a great way to improve the appearance of your smile, give you a better functioning bite, and improve your gum health because straight teeth are easier to keep clean.
- You will have tooth-colored attachments on several of your teeth to help the teeth move more predictably during your Invisalign treatment
- You may have to have “IPR” or interproximal reduction which is polishing between your teeth to create space for tooth movement and alignment when they are crowded. This is a small amount, a fraction of a millimeter, but sometimes your gums may be tender afterwards.
- You will need to wear your Invisalign trays 22 hours per day, removing them only to eat, drink, and brush your teeth. Every time you remove your trays to eat or drink you must brush and floss before reinserting your trays to prevent cavities.
- You can expect the treatment time to be between 12-24 months with appointments every 3 months. You will change your Invisalign trays every 2 weeks. During this time, you will also maintain regular visits with us to maintaining your general oral health.
What are the Invisalign Aligners Made Of?
Invisalign invisible braces are made of clear, strong medical grade plastic that is virtually invisible when worn. These aligners are why Invisalign are often referred to as “invisible clear braces” or “clear invisible braces”. Invisible dental braces look similar to clear tooth-whitening trays, but are custom-made for a better fit to move teeth.
Are Invisalign Clear Braces a New Way to Straighten Teeth?
For years, orthodontists have used removable appliances for limited treatment. Today, with the application of computer technology, an Invisalign dentist can treat a broader range of cases with greater precision using Invisalign.
Does Insurance Cover Invisalign?
Because dental benefits differ from policy to policy, review your coverage or call Allen Park Dental Care at (313) 928-2323 to find out more. However, if a patient has orthodontic coverage, Invisalign clear braces should be covered to the same extent as conventional braces.
How much does Invisalign Cost?
We provide a comprehensive Invisalign treatment package for a competitive price of $4350, which includes iTero full mouth scans, a 3D treatment plan, custom aligners, and any necessary refinement treatments.
To make payment easier, we generally require $500 at the time of the initial scan, another $500 when you receive your aligners, with the remaining balance divided into 12 monthly installments. The amount of these monthly payments will vary based on your insurance coverage. If you have any additional questions, please contact our office at (313) 928-2323.
Contact Us Today!
Ask Invisalign dentists Drs. Greg & Joanne Szalai about Invisalign clear braces. Call our office in Allen Park today at (313) 928-2323 to learn more about Invisalign clear braces and ask for a free evaluation.
