Treatment Process of Invisalign®
Knowing more about the treatment process may help you be more confident in deciding to choose Invisalign® as your solution to a confident smile!
Dr. Monica Yu
Consultation with Dr. Yu
During your Invisalign consultation, our dentists will discuss your case in detail to determine if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign.
Invisalign addresses many cases, from simple to more complex. The dentist will determine if Invisalign is right for you. If it’s the right process for you, a personalized plan will be made for you.
A Customized Treatment Plan is Created for You
Our Overlake Dental staff will take x-rays, pictures and impressions of your teeth, which Invisalign will use to generate a digital 3-D image of them. From these images Dr. Yu will map out a specific treatment plan, including the exact movements of your teeth, and tell you the estimated length of treatment.
Receive Your Custom Aligners Based On Your Personalized Treatment Plan
Based on your personal 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 won’t aggravate your cheeks and gums like traditional metal dental 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.
Wear a New Aligner Every Two Weeks
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 occasional checkups with Dr. Yu, usually only every six weeks or so.
For best results and a timely outcome, you should wear your aligners for about 20 to 22 hours per day, throughout your entire Invisalign® treatment.
Reveal Your New Smile and Keep It Looking Great
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. Ask Dr. Yu if you will need retainers to keep your teeth in their new position.