Invisalign® Clear Aligners Plano

Crowded Teeth

If you’re struggling with overcrowding, then you know all too well how difficult it can be to smile confidently and keep your teeth healthy. Fortunately, patients with mild to moderate cases are often candidates for Invisalign. So, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with our team at Plexus Dental. May be surprised to find out that you don’t need to wear metal brackets and wires!

Gaps Between Teeth

Has the gap between your two front teeth always bothered you? If so, it’s time to explore your orthodontic treatment options! During your consultation, we can assess the complexity of your case and determine if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign. If you are, then we can gradually close the gap with clear, comfortable, and convenient aligners.

Overbite

Good news: Invisalign has also been proven to be effective at addressing several common bite problems, including overbites. So, if your upper teeth jut out, making it difficult to enunciate clearly, you may be a candidate for clear aligners! Sometimes, we need to use additional orthodontic accessories as well, like rubber bands, but they are still considerably more discreet than brackets and wires.

Underbite

Of course, some patients are struggling with similar issues (i.e., chronic jaw pain, trouble enunciating clearly, premature wear) due to the opposite problem: the lower teeth sitting in front of the upper ones. If this sounds all too familiar, come to our office. That way, we can complete a comprehensive oral exam, assess the severity of your case, and determine if we can create a healthier bite with Invisalign.

Crossbite

In addition to correcting overbites and underbites, Invisalign can fix crossbites, as long as they aren’t too severe, of course. During your consultation, we can determine if you’re a candidate for clear aligners and if any other orthodontic accessories are needed, like rubber bands and buttons. Then, we can create your custom treatment plan and get the teeth-straightening process underway!

Open Bite

When you bite down, your upper and lower teeth should meet evenly. If there is a space between them that’s preventing that from happening, then there’s a good chance that you have an open bite. Unfortunately, this orthodontic problem can lead to premature wear, chronic jaw pain, and several other issues. That’s why we recommend scheduling an Invisalign consultation with one of our talented cosmetic dentists, even if your case is relatively minor!

Basically Invisible Aligners

Let’s start with one of the most common reasons patients choose Invisalign: the aligners are completely see-through. As a result, no unwanted attention will be drawn to your smile! The key to keeping your orthodontic treatment under the radar is taking good care of your trays, like rinsing them with clean, cool water each time you take them off.

Easy Maintenance

Another noteworthy benefit of Invisalign: the aligners can easily be removed. Not only does this prevent you from dealing with the hassle of picking food out of brackets and wires, but it also makes it easier to maintain a healthy smile! Just remove your trays, place them in their designated case, and proceed with your usual dental care regimen.

Tip: To keep your aligners clean and clear, use the cleaning crystals that came in your welcome kit!

No Dietary Restrictions

With Invisalign, you don’t need to completely change your diet. After all, the aligners are removable! Just make sure to take them off and place them in their designated case before eating or drinking anything other than water. Additionally, you should limit your intake of sugary foods and drinks. That way, you’re less likely to develop tooth decay or any other oral health problems during your orthodontic treatment.

Less Time in the Treatment Chair

If your schedule is busier than ever because you just started a new semester, you’re handling a big project at work, or you’re a parent, then you’ll be happy to hear that there aren’t monthly adjustment appointments with Invisalign. Instead, the progress visits are usually every 6-8 weeks. Plus, if you’re on track with your treatment plan, your appointments should be less than 30 minutes!

Faster Results

On average, Invisalign patients see results in 12-18 months. This is faster than traditional braces, which often take 2-3 years. If you would like a more precise estimate of your teeth-straightening journey with clear aligners, then schedule an appointment with our team at Plexus Dental of Plano! That way, we can learn more about your case, including how many aligners are needed to achieve the desired results.

Important reminder: To stay on track with your treatment plan, you need to wear your aligners for a minimum of 20 hours a day, switch to each new set in the series on the correct day, and prioritize your progress visits.