Invisalign Clear Aligners Braintree

How Does Invisalign Work?

You wear each set of aligners for about 2 weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move little by little, week by week - until they have straightened to their final position.

You'll visit us about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned. Total treatment time averages 9 - 15 months and the average number of aligners during treatment is between 18 - 30, but both will vary from case to case.

Who Invisalign Can Help

Invisalign is a suitable option for most individuals who are experiencing mild or moderate cases of overcrowding, gaps between teeth, and bite misalignment. A thorough evaluation must first be carried out, but Dr. Khorashadi will determine if you are a good candidate based on your oral and overall health and existing dental issues.

Crowded Teeth

Invisalign is designed to address overcrowding by shifting teeth just enough to create healthy space. This allows you to adopt better oral hygiene habits, as you’ll be able to take better care of your teeth and gums, adequately cleaning them to prevent decay, cavities, and gum disease.

Gaps Between Teeth

Closing the gaps that exist between teeth is another reason to choose Invisalign. Not only does it prevent bacteria and food debris from becoming trapped, but it also restores your confidence by giving you an appearance you can be proud of.

Bite Alignment

Any type of bite misalignment (i.e., overbite, crossbite, underbite, or open bite) can be addressed with Invisalign. Using attachments and carefully constructed smile plans, we can shift teeth so they move together more fluidly and without awkwardness or discomfort. Instead of placing more tension on jaw joints and teeth, Invisalign can alleviate discomfort and restore your bite so it functions perfectly.

The Benefits of Invisalign

Choosing to straighten your smile with Invisalign carries many unique benefits that you cannot achieve with metal braces, such as:

• A non-invasive form of treatment that requires no metal brackets and wires but only clear aligners that you can easily slip off when preparing to eat or drink.
• Greater flexibility in eating the foods you love and consuming your favorite beverages, as Invisalign must be removed before eating anything.
• Optimal discreetness, as the trays are made of clear plastic, so they’re virtually undetectable.
• Improved oral health, as you’ll be able to clean your teeth and gums without trying to navigate around metal braces.
• Greater comfort, as there are no protruding brackets or wires to rub against your soft oral tissues.
• Improved self-confidence, as you’ll no longer hide from sight during and after treatment.
• Faster follow-up appointments that take only 15-30 minutes as opposed to several hours with metal braces. Instead, Invisalign visits require our team to check your progress.

How Much Does Invisalign Cost?

An initial consultation with Dr. Khorashadi is required before determining how much you can expect your Invisalign treatment to cost. Each case is different, so a complete evaluation must be conducted to determine your oral and overall health as well as the severity of the problem you’re experiencing. Not to mention, you’ll also be evaluated on how well we think you will adhere to treatment instructions. Invisalign is far more flexible than metal braces, so they do come with a higher level of responsibility.

To help you save the most when pursuing treatment, you can expect our team to evaluate your dental insurance plan and go over additional ways to pay.