Your Dentist Can Help Determine If You're a Candidate For Invisalign

Straighter teeth are easier to keep clean, reducing your risk for gum disease. They are also more attractive and can give you a confidence boost.

Invisalign is a series of clear plastic mouth “trays” that move your teeth gradually into alignment. We offer this treatment for adults around Tallahassee.

Invisalign® Clear Aligners

Clear aligners are a comfortable and convenient alternative to traditional metal braces. They are designed to correct mild-to-moderate crowding and spacing of the teeth, as well as fix crossbites, underbites, and overbites. They work by using a series of removable, clear plastic retainers to shift your teeth gradually into place. Typically, you will wear each set of clear aligners for about two weeks before switching to the next one in the series. You can remove them to eat, brush and floss, and for special occasions.

Treatment with invisalign dentist tallahassee fl involves fewer visits to the dentist than with standard braces. The process starts with a consultation exam, where Drs. Michael and Taylor will evaluate your mouth and take digital impressions of your teeth (a quick, painless, and comfortable procedure that eliminates the goopy impressions of the past). They will then create a customized Invisalign treatment plan, based on your specific needs and goals.

Invisalign® Treatment

When you have Invisalign treatment, you'll wear clear trays that gradually shift your teeth into a more ideal position. During this process, the pressure from the trays stimulates bone remodelling. The periodontal ligament has cells that remove the old bone and create new bone where needed. Your dentist can help determine if you are a candidate for Invisalign treatment during a consultation appointment.

During your first appointment, your dentist will use the state-of-the-art iTero Element scanner to capture a 3D image of your teeth. This allows your doctor to pinpoint any issues you may have, such as crooked teeth, an overbite, or underbite.

If you’re a candidate, your doctor will review the results of your iTero scan and discuss a customized invisalign dentist tallahassee fl treatment plan with you. This will include an estimate of how long your treatment will last. The length of your treatment will depend on how much work your smile needs, such as if you have overcrowding or major crooked teeth.

Invisalign® Dentist

Invisalign treatment is similar to traditional braces, except it uses clear retainers instead of metal brackets and wires. The process works by gradually shifting the teeth into place with a series of custom-made, clear plastic aligners that are worn daily (only remove them to eat and brush). The results are similar to those achieved with traditional braces, although they tend to be slightly faster.

During your initial consultation, we will use the iTero scanner to take images of your teeth and the inside of your mouth. These are uploaded into Invisalign’s software to create a detailed treatment plan for you.

You will then be fitted for your custom-made Invisalign trays. Your trays may need to be adjusted once they arrive at the office, and you will usually receive new trays every two weeks until your smile is perfect! Some patients may need small composite “attachments” placed on certain teeth to help the trays grip and move them.

Invisalign® Office

Invisalign offices are typically run by dentists or orthodontists. While many dental professionals provide Invisalign treatment, orthodontists have completed more advanced training and are more experienced in treating complex orthodontic issues using clear aligners.

During an Invisalign consultation, your practitioner will evaluate your smile. They will then take digital images and impressions of your teeth, using computer software to create an individualized treatment plan. This plan will detail your unique journey to a straighter, healthier smile.

During treatment, you will wear your aligners daily (except for when you are eating or brushing and flossing) until you get the results you want. Most patients complete their Invisalign treatment in about six to 12 months, but this varies from patient to patient. Your practitioner will monitor your progress throughout the process and make adjustments as needed. You may also be required to wear Invisalign attachments or trays, which help guide the movement of your teeth. Typically, you will visit your Invisalign provider every 8 to 10 weeks.