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Your Guide to Invisalign: FAQs and Essential Information for a Perfect Smile
Invisalign is the most advanced method of straightening crooked teeth, crowded teeth, gaps, and underbites/overbites without relying on metal wires and bands. At the Atlanta Center for Dental Health in Alpharetta, Georgia, our dentists provide Invisalign for teens, adults, and seniors who want to perfect their smile but don’t want to wear traditional braces.
What is Invisalign treatment?
It is a transparent aligner system that straightens teeth without compromising oral hygiene or causing mouth soreness. In addition, Invisalign aligner trays are not glued to your teeth like metal braces. You can remove them when you eat and brush your teeth. However, you need to wear the Invisalign aligners for at least 22 hours daily to achieve the desired results.
How Do You Use Invisalign?
To use Invisalign, you’ll begin with a consultation with your dentist, who will create a personalized treatment plan and take impressions of your teeth. You will then receive a series of clear aligners to wear, typically updated every two weeks as your teeth gradually shift into their ideal positions. Regular check-ups with your dentist to monitor your progress and make any necessary adjustments throughout your treatment. You can confidently achieve a straighter, healthier, more attractive smile by following these steps diligently.
How Do Dentists Decide Whether Invisalign is Right for You?
Dentists measure the severity of teeth misalignment through visual evaluation, taking digital images or x-rays of your teeth and jaw, and creating models of your upper and lower teeth positions. They may use dental calipers to precisely gauge the distance between teeth, bite depth, teeth angles, and the width of your teeth. When deciding how to customize aligners, dentists consider the severity of the misalignment and the patient’s age. Children under 13 might have different treatment options because their jaws are still developing.
Do You Need to Wear a Retainer After Invisalign Treatment?
Retainers are often worn after orthodontic treatment to prevent teeth from shifting into previous positions. Teeth tend to return to their original positions because the bone surrounding and supporting teeth remains dynamic, constantly adjusting to new conditions at a cellular level. When pressure from aligners or metal braces is removed, the bone starts remodeling, causing teeth to move back into their prior positions. If Dr. Hepler thinks you should wear a retainer after the Invisalign treatment, a customized retainer will be made using a scan or impression.
Does It Take a Lot of Time to Care for Invisalign Aligners?
Maintaining aligners is less time-consuming than brushing and flossing around metal braces. Rinse them with lukewarm water before replacing them after meals. Clean them once or twice a day with mild soap and a soft toothbrush, or soak them in a solution recommended by Dr. Hepler. Additionally, protective cases are available to store Invisalign aligners when you are not wearing them.
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Dr. Bradley Hepler is a top Invisalign provider in Alpharetta, GA. Call the Atlanta Center for Dental Health to schedule an appointment for Invisalign treatment. Call us at (866) 687-1992.
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Dr. Bradley R. Hepler, founder of the Atlanta Center for Dental Health, is a distinguished dentist with over 20 years of experience. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry and completed advanced training in comprehensive dentistry in San Diego, obtaining certification in Advanced Education in General Dentistry. A dedicated member of multiple professional organizations, including the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry, Dr. Hepler is also a founding member of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health and a certified Fastbraces and Invisalign provider. His commitment to ongoing education ensures top-notch care for his patients.
