Invisalign Services
If you’re wondering what Invisalign is or how it works, you’ll find all the answers here.
Invisalign is an orthodontic appliance system used to correct and straighten crooked or crowded teeth.
How does Invisalign work?
The treatment process requires you to wear clear custom aligners throughout the day and while you’re asleep, and these Invisalign clear aligners work to move and reposition your teeth.
You have to change your trays regularly, and you’ll receive a new set to apply the right amount of pressure to continue the process.
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What Are the Benefits of Invisalign?
Thanks to their discrete appearance, Invisalign has become a common alternative to conventional braces. As suggested by the name, your Invisalign aligners are custom fit to your teeth and are clear, making them almost invisible.
Another benefit of Invisalign is that it’s less invasive and restrictive than traditional braces with metal brackets. That’s because you can remove your aligners, allowing you to continue eating foods that you typically can’t with braces, such as popcorn or candied apples. You can also remove your Invisalign aligners to brush and floss your teeth, ensuring you get a proper cleaning every time.
How Long Is Invisalign Treatment?
Another question people often have is how long does the entire process take?
The length of your Invisalign treatment varies depending on several factors, the most important being the state of your teeth when you first start treatment. People who need minimal alignment may only need six months of treatment. For more complex cases, a custom treatment plan may take a couple of years.
Most people can expect their Invisalign treatment to take around one to two years. The good news is that you don’t have to wait that long to see a change in your smile. You’ll start to see results within a few weeks.
What’s more, the length of time your treatment process will take could change. The main factor affecting this length of time is how well you wear your aligner trays. You’ll slow down your orthodontic treatment if you continuously forget to put them back in your mouth after eating or brushing your teeth. Always follows your dental professional’s instructions.
What Does Invisalign Cost in Toronto?
There’s no single price for Invisalign in Toronto, as everyone’s teeth and circumstances differ. However, the cost of Invisalign is typically similar to that of traditional braces and depends on many of the same factors, including:
- The state of your teeth and the significant problems you want Invisalign to fix (overbite, underbite, overcrowded mouth, etc.)
- Your age
- Your dental professional’s average rates
Invisalign can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $8,000, depending on the factors above. Your dental insurance may include orthodontic coverage, depending on your policy.
After you speak with a dental professional, you’ll better understand Invisalign’s cost to help you make the right decision.
How to Take Care of Invisalign
Taking care of your Invisalign aligners is an integral part of the process. The most important part of your Invisalign treatment is ensuring that you take care of your aligners and teeth. This requires you to clean both regularly.
To avoid stains, remove your incremental aligners whenever you eat or drink anything that isn’t water. The key is to keep your aligners clean when they’re out of your mouth and to ensure they’re clean when they go back into your mouth. This requires rinsing them every time you remove them.
However, rinsing may not be enough. To eliminate as much harmful bacteria and leftover food particles from your aligners as possible, you should clean your aligners more vigorously with soap, water, and a toothbrush. Doing so will also minimize the risk of introducing bacteria that may harm your gums and teeth and lead to cavities or tooth decay.
Here are some tips for taking care of your Invisalign aligners and teeth:
Make sure to use a different soft-bristled toothbrush to clean your aligners than the one you use to brush your teeth!
For a deeper clean and stain removal, opt for Invisalign cleaning crystals which you mix with water and soak your aligners in for 20 minutes.
Always keep your aligners in their protective tray when not in use. Never leave them out in the open, as that can expose them to harmful bacteria.
Try to brush and floss every time you eat and before putting your aligners back in to avoid trapping any food particles in your teeth and aligners.
Is Invisalign A Good Choice For You?
Invisalign is a great option to enhance your smile and boost your confidence discreetly. Invisalign can work for various people with different dental problems or circumstances. In general, if you have crooked teeth, an underbite, an overbite, gaps, or crowded teeth, then Invisalign is a great option to fix those common orthodontic issues.
Even if you’ve had traditional metal braces or currently have braces, you may be a good candidate for the Invisalign system. Many people who previously have had braces, especially in their youth, opt for Invisalign clear aligners as their teeth may have shifted since their initial treatment.
However, it’s important to note that there are limits to Invisalign. The aligners can only fix crooked teeth to a certain extent. If your teeth have more complex orthodontic issues, Invisalign may not correct the problems. If that’s the case, you may need to talk to your dental office to explore your options for teeth straightening.
Are you considering Invisalign in Toronto? Hale Wellness Dental Studio can help. To learn more, call us today.
