Invisalign® in Gainesville

What Do I Need to Know About Invisalign?

Invisalign treatment uses a system of plastic aligner trays that are invisible to the naked eye. These trays are worn over the teeth, working in the same way that traditional braces do to gradually move the teeth into a straighter position over time. Most patients wear a set of aligners for about two weeks before moving onto another set. This type of treatment is perfect for mild to moderate orthodontic issues. If you’re worried about having to wear unsightly metal braces, then you may want to discuss how you can receive Invisalign in Gainesville with one of our trusted Invisalign dentists.

Can You Tell Me How Much My Invisalign Cost Will Be?

Depending on the severity of your issues, your Invisalign cost could be comparable to the cost of traditional metal braces. Once your orthodontic problems have been assessed, our dentists will give you an estimate of the final Invisalign cost that you will incur. Your expenses will vary depending on the length of time that it will take to address your issues. Some dental insurance plans offer coverage for part of your treatment costs. In order to find out what kind of Invisalign insurance coverage you have, get in touch with our staff or with your dental insurance provider. Our team can also provide you with information on financing options and payment options that can help you to pay for your treatment.

Does Invisalign Treatment Last a Long Time?

The length of time your treatment will take all depends on how severely crooked or misaligned your teeth are. Our Invisalign dentists will create a plan that will push your teeth to the position they are supposed to be. This time period generally takes several months (between ten months and two years). The average adult patient completes Invisalign treatments within a year, while the length of time that a teenage patient takes to complete the process will vary considerably. Afterwards, your dentist may require you to wear Invisalign retainers to ensure that your teeth stay in their new position.

Invisalign Dentists

You can receive Invisalign in Gainesville from either a licensed orthodontist or a general dentist who has undergone specialized training in orthodontic aligner trays. Our team of experienced dentists can provide you with this type of treatment. We will give you the results you desire in as short a time frame as possible.

Invisalign vs Braces: How Are They Different?

Our dentists are able to provide you with assistance in making a choice between Invisalign vs braces. While appearance is an important consideration for most of our patients, you must understand that receiving effective treatment is the most important consideration. If your issues are classified as mild to moderate, you will probably be able to receive invisible aligners and have your crooked or crowded teeth adjusted effectively. If you pursue this type of treatment, you will find that it is easier to keep your teeth and gums clean. This is because you remove your aligners whenever you eat, brush or floss. If your dentist determines that your orthodontic troubles are more severe, you will most likely need to receive traditional braces. Traditional braces are able to address severe problems more effectively and efficiently than Invisalign can.

Can You Tell Me About the Benefits of Invisalign?

Some of the benefits that our Invisalign patients experience include:

• No one can tell that they are wearing an orthodontic appliance.
• The aligners can be removed.
• Visits to the office are limited to once every four to six weeks.
• The trays are more comfortable than braces.
• They can eat whatever they want.

Am I Good Candidate for Invisalign?

If you are an adult or teen, this treatment method could be the right one for you. Patients who have severe bite, spacing, or crowding problems will most likely need to wear traditional braces. Children are also ineligible for this type of treatment due to the fact that their mouths are still developing. To find out if you can receive Invisalign, schedule an examination with our dentists.

Will My Lifestyle Be Affected by This Treatment?

1. If you smoke or chew tobacco, you will want to remove your aligners before doing so or they will become stained.
2. You will be able to eat or drink whatever you want.
3. Gum may stick to the appliances; therefore, you shouldn’t chew it while wearing your aligner trays.

Taking Care of Aligner Trays

• There is a cleaning system produced by the manufacturer that is available for purchase in our office. You can utilize this system to clean your aligners.
• Alternatively, you can clean them via brushing and rinsing as long as you don’t use hot water. Hot water can severely damage your trays.
• If your aligners become damaged in some way, return to our office immediately so that the trays can be replaced. The trays won’t function properly if they are cracked, warped or damaged.

If you are still curious and want more information on Invisalign, give our office a call. Our experienced staff will answer any questions you may have, as well as book you for a consultation with one of our dentists.