This is an important medical and financial decision. Thats why choosing the right doctor and the right treatment plan is so essential. Keep in mind that not all dentists and orthodontists work with Invisalign, so its important that you choose a doctor who has received the proper Invisalign training and can truly evaluate your needs and determine how Invisalign can help you. Dr Valley is a trained premier Invisalign provider who has treated 100s of his patients with Invisalign
We will take x-rays, pictures and dental scans of your teeth, which Invisalign will use to create a digital 3-D image of them. From these images we will map out a precise treatment plan, including the exact movements of your teeth, and tell you the approximate length of treatment. Using the same technology we are able to show you a virtual representation of how your teeth will move with each stage of treatment. While every case is unique to each patient, treatment typically takes approximately a year and a half for adults. For teens the length of treatments is comparable to that of braces.
Based on our individual treatment plan, a series of custom-made, clear aligners is then created specifically for you. These aligners are made of a smooth, comfortable, BPA-free plastic that wont irritate your cheeks and gums like traditional metal braces often do. Simply wear them throughout the day, and remove them when you eat or to brush and floss your teeth. As you wear each set of aligners, your teeth gently and gradually begin to shift into place. And because theyre virtually invisible, most people wont even notice youre wearing them.
Approximately every two weeks, you will begin wearing a new set of aligners, advancing you to the next stage of your treatment. To monitor your progress, you will also have check-ups every 6-8 weeks. For best results and a timely outcome, you should wear your aligners for 22 hours per day, throughout your entire treatment. At every stage, you will be able to see how much closer you are to having the smile that reflects the real you.
Congratulations! This is the time when you celebrate. You have reached the end of treatment and you will be smiling more than ever. Once your treatment is complete, protect the beautiful new smile you have invested in. You will need retainers to keep your teeth in their new position. Retainers are custom made using the same state-of-the-art technology as Invisalign. These retainers lock in your beautiful smile.
