Invisalign Jupiter

How Does Invisalign Work?

Instead of using brackets and wires to create force to shift the teeth into their ideal position, Invisalign trays are custom-fitted to apply a gentle and strategic amount of pressure to the teeth. This will cause them to shift over time, eventually aligning and erasing crowding, gaps, and misalignment. Every six to eight weeks, you’ll visit our office for a check-in and to retrieve the next series of aligners in your treatment until your final results are reached.

Who Can Invisalign Help?

Have you always wanted a straighter smile? Maybe you’ve only recently begun wishing you could leave overcrowding and spacing issues in the past. Whatever the case may be, we have good news: your path to straight teeth and an aligned bite may not require any metal at all. At our Jupiter dental office, we can determine if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign, but don’t hesitate to reach out if you want to learn more about who clear aligners can help in the meantime.

Crowded Teeth

Unfortunately, teeth that overlap can negatively impact your self-esteem and your oral health. There is some good news, though: metal braces are no longer the only solution. If we determine that you’re a good candidate for Invisalign, then we will create a custom series of aligners designed to move your teeth into their ideal positions.

Gaps Between Teeth

Spaced-out teeth can also take a toll on your oral health. That’s why we recommend exploring your treatment options, even if you are happy with the appearance of your smile. We can often achieve the desired results in just 12-18 months with Invisalign. Plus, since the aligners are removable, you won’t have to completely change your diet or your dental care regimen!

Overbite

While your upper teeth should sit in front of your lower ones, they shouldn’t jut out too far. This bite problem, known as an overbite, can lead to several complications, including chronic jaw pain and an increased risk of dental damage. That’s why we recommend exploring your treatment options. If we decide together that Invisalign is the best one, then your orthodontic treatment will be metal-free!

Underbite

Do your lower teeth sit in front of your upper ones? If so, you may have an underbite, which is an orthodontic problem that can negatively impact everything from your self-esteem to your speaking patterns. Fortunately, Invisalign is often an option for patients with mild to moderate cases, so don’t just assume metal braces are your only option!

Crossbite

“Does Invisalign fix crossbites?” This is a common question from our patients who are struggling with this orthodontic problem, and we have good news: the answer is “yes!” Invisalign clear aligners can be used in tandem with other orthodontic accessories, like rubber bands, to correct mild to moderate cases of this orthodontic problem.

Open Bite

Invisalign clear aligners aren’t the only smile-enhancing solution that can fix open bites, but they are one of the most popular. There are several reasons for this, including that there aren’t any metal components and the average treatment timeline is much shorter than traditional braces. So, if you are interested in finding out if you’re a good candidate, take the next step: schedule a consultation with us!

Benefits of Invisalign

Patients often assume that Invisalign is only popular because the aligners are basically invisible. The truth is that it has remained a sought-after orthodontic solution because it offers a variety of unique benefits that distinguish it from traditional braces, including:

Comfortable Aligners

Patients often focus on the appearance of Invisalign aligners, but there is another considerable perk: they are crafted from smooth plastic and are completely free of metal. As a result, they are genuinely comfortable to wear. Plus, if there is a sharp edge, you can bring it to our office to have it filed down or place a small piece of dental wax over it. Easy fixes!

Easy Dental Care

Another noteworthy benefit of Invisalign: you don’t need to buy a bunch of special or expensive dental care products. Instead, you can simply remove your aligners and complete your oral hygiene routine like usual! In fact, the only real change you need to make to your routine is cleaning your trays, but even that’s easy because you only need a damp, soft-bristled toothbrush and clear, mild dishwashing liquid.

Ability to Eat Your Favorite Foods

Unlike traditional braces, which are bonded securely in place, Invisalign aligners are removable. As a result, you don’t need to completely change your diet. In fact, as long as you don’t overindulge on sugary sweets and you exercise caution with crunchy foods, you can continue to enjoy all of your favorites throughout your orthodontic treatment.

Virtually Undetectable Braces

Of course, the list of benefits wouldn’t be complete without touching on the fact that Invisalign is basically invisible. In fact, since they have a low profile, they are smooth, and they are crafted from see-through plastic, your aligners won’t draw any unwanted attention to your smile. The fact that you have braces will be something just you and your orthodontist know!

Shorter Average Treatment Timeline

In addition to being clear, comfortable, and convenient, Invisalign aligners deliver quick results! While traditional braces usually take somewhere between 2 and 3 years to deliver results, the average treatment timeline is just 12-18 months with Invisalign. So, if your wedding is coming up or you have another important event rapidly approaching, you should definitely consider clear aligners.

Quick Follow-Up Appointments

Do you have a lot on your plate between work, school, and life at home? If so, you’ll be happy to hear that there aren’t monthly adjustment appointments. Instead, you’ll schedule an appointment with us every 6-8 weeks so we can monitor your progress. Usually, this takes less than 30 minutes, so you’ll spend considerably less time in the treatment chair overall.