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Invisalign ®

Invisible Braces for

Adults and Teens

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Since Invisalign is nearly invisible, you can straighten your
teeth without anyone knowing. Advanced Orthodontics is a
certified Invisalign treatment provider, treating many cases
with this leading edge orthodontic appliance.

Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen®:

  • We prescribe a series of clear removable aligners to straighten
    your teeth without any metal wires or brackets.
  • Aligners are worn sequentially to promote tooth movement.
    Results are accomplished little by little, week by week, until
    your teeth are straightened to the final position prescribed on
    the upper and/or lower arches by your orthodontist.
  • Aligners are made through a combination of orthodontic
    diagnosis and 3-D computer imaging technology.
  • Invisalign is used by adults with mild to moderate crowding
    or spacing.
  • Invisalign is available to teens with the majority of permanent
    teeth. Teen aligners include a compliance indicator to report
    the amount of time the aligners are worn.
  • The aligners are removable so you can eat and drink what you
    want while in treatment. You also remove to brush and floss
    normally to maintain good oral hygiene.
  • Invisalign is more comfortable to wear.

How it works

Invisalign uses the latest 3-D computer technology to create
your customized aligners. First, we consult with you here in our
office to determine what needs to be corrected. Then, we take
impressions of your teeth.

Next, we send Invisalign your impressions and customized
treatment plan. Depending on the treatment plan we develop,
this could mean as few as 10 or as many as 30 aligners. You'll
wear each aligner for about 2-3 weeks, taking it out for eating,
brushing, and flossing. As you replace each aligner with the
next, your teeth gradually move into the final alignment
prescribed by the doctor. Office visits are required approximately
every 6-9 weeks.

Invisalign is not for everyone, but the orthodontists at Advanced
Orthodontics can determine if it is right for you. If you have been
holding back on getting the smile you really want, give us a call.
Find out about all of the innovative ways you can achieve a great
smile.