Straight Smile With Invisalign® in Fairfield

Wouldn’t it be great if you could straighten your crooked teeth without having to get braces? With Invisalign in Fairfield, now you can! This treatment uses a series of custom-made clear plastic aligner trays to gently shift the teeth, and more and more patients are choosing it because of its subtle appearance, comfort, and convenience. No one will notice that you’re wearing a nearly invisible tray, and you can take one out whenever you need to eat or brush your teeth, making it fit seamlessly into your life.

How Invisalign Works

If you’re interested in Invisalign, your first step is to schedule a consultation with your dentist in Fairfield. We’ll examine your teeth and take some X-rays so we can learn more about the alignment problems that are plaguing your smile. We’ll also take some photos and impressions.

The information we collect about your smile becomes the basis for your Invisalign treatment. Dr. Cuevas will record the details about what he wants your orthodontic process to accomplish, and he’ll send all of the relevant data to Invisalign, which will create your aligners.

You’ll wear each aligner for 20 – 22 hours each day for about two weeks. Every time you switch to a new aligner, your teeth will move a tiny bit closer to their proper positions. You’ll have periodic checkups in our office so we can make sure that everything is going according to plan. On average, Invisalign takes about a year to work, but the treatment time may be longer or shorter depending on how far your teeth need to move.

The Benefits of Invisalign

Invisalign from your cosmetic dentist in Fairfield offers several significant advantages:

• Because the aligners are removable, you’ll be able to brush and floss your teeth according to your normal routine — there won’t be any need to navigate around a bunch of metal brackets and wires.
• There are no dietary restrictions with Invisalign. Simply remove your tray when you eat, enjoy your meal or snack, rinse your mouth and the aligner, and place it back in your mouth. You can even drink plain water without removing your aligner.
• Many patients have remarked that Invisalign is quite comfortable.
• The price of this treatment is comparable to that of traditional braces, and insurance may help you afford it.
• On average, Invisalign is faster than traditional braces.
• It’s great for anyone who is sensitive to metal or who doesn’t want brackets and wires to irritate their gums and lips.
• Invisalign checkups are quick, usually taking just a few minutes every four to six weeks or so. You won’t have to worry about your treatment taking a big toll on your daily schedule.

Who Is Invisalign Right For?

The only way to know for sure if Invisalign is right for you is to visit your dentist for a consultation. In general, the best candidates are:

• Adults or teenagers. Young children’s teeth are still growing, which could affect their treatment.
• Anyone with mild to moderate alignment issues. Invisalign is able to correct a wide range of orthodontic issues, including crooked teeth, gaps between the teeth, and malocclusion (bad bite). However, every person has unique circumstances, and your dentist will have to let you know if Invisalign is the proper treatment for what ails your smile.
• People who are dedicated to fixing their smile. Wearing Invisalign takes a bit of self-discipline, so you have to be committed to wearing your aligners as much as possible. You’ll also need to be diligent about oral hygiene so both your aligners and your teeth stay nice and clean.

Want to know more about this revolutionary orthodontic treatment? All you need to do is contact us today.