Invisalign – Allen, TX

How Does Invisalign Work?

During your initial consultation, Dr. Lewis will examine your dental structure and determine whether Invisalign in Allen is the best orthodontic treatment for you. Once we determine that you’re a good candidate for aligners, we’ll use our iTero Digital Scanner to capture images of your teeth and create a 3D model of your mouth. After sending this information to our Invisalign laboratory, we’ll receive your custom-crafted aligners in a couple of weeks and call you in for your next visit so you can pick them up.

In order to stay on track with your timeline that Dr. Lewis created for you, you’ll need to wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours each day. Every two weeks, you’ll advance to your next set of aligners, and every six to eight weeks, you’ll need to see us for a progress check. We’ll examine your mouth to make sure that you’re on-track with your treatment timeline and give you your next series of trays.

Once you finish your treatment, we’ll discuss different retainer options with you. Depending on your needs, you may need to wear a retainer every night to prevent your teeth from shifting back into their previous places, erasing all of the hard-earned progress that you’ve made.

What Are The Benefits of Invisalign?

Patients gravitate towards Invisalign treatment because it offers a variety of unique benefits, the most obvious being that it’s discreet and practically unnoticeable. Some other advantages you’ll be able to enjoy while undergoing treatment include:

• Invisalign has a shorter average treatment time than braces.
• Clear aligners are more comfortable and won’t irritate your gums or oral tissues because they’re made of smooth plastic.
• Because your trays are removable, there’s no need to alter your daily diet. Just be sure to remove them before you eat.
• Shorter routine dental appointments that last about 15 to 30 minutes.

What Problems Can Invisalign Fix?

Invisalign treatment can fix a variety of minor to moderate orthodontic problems. While they’re a common treatment for adults, they’re also a great alternative to traditional braces for teenagers. Here are some problems that Invisalign can treat:

• Underbite, overbite, and crossbite
• Crowded teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Crooked teeth

To start your Invisalign treatment, be sure to contact our office and schedule a consultation today!

Invisalign FAQs

Do you still have questions about getting Invisalign in Allen? As one of the most modern orthodontic treatments available to patients, it’s worth learning more about! For your convenience, we’ve answered some common questions we receive from our patients below.

Does it hurt to wear Invisalign aligners?

Traditional bracket-and-wire braces are known to be uncomfortable and cause oral irritation due to the metal material that they’re made from. Fortunately, with Invisalign aligners, you won’t have to worry about this problem. Because they’re crafted from a smooth, plastic material that’s custom-fitted to match your unique dental structure, you won’t have to worry about toting around orthodontic wax with you to ease your discomfort.

Some of our patients do feel slight tenderness when they advance on to their next series of trays. However, it’s nothing that can’t be remedied with over-the-counter pain medication. You can also avoid most of this adjustment period by switching to your new trays at night, before you go to sleep. That way, you’ll be resting through a majority of it.

How do I clean my Invisalign trays?

Cleaning your Invisalign trays is an important part of maintaining your oral health as you undergo treatment. Without routinely sanitizing and brushing your trays, food debris can become trapped between your teeth and the appliance, increasing your risk of developing oral health problems such as cavities and gum disease. Here are some basic daily maintenance tips to complete while you’re undergoing treatment:

• Brush your aligners with a soft-bristled brush and clear antibacterial soap daily
• Soak your aligners in a 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water for 10-15 minutes
• Take your trays out before you eat or drink anything besides water
• Rinse your trays before you put them back in your mouth

If you have any questions about cleaning or maintaining your trays, don’t hesitate to ask our friendly team of dental professionals in Allen.

How long is Invisalign treatment?

Each patients’ Invisalign treatment timeline differs depending on a variety of factors, including how many trays are needed to straighten their smile and the severity of their orthodontic issues. A good rule-of-thumb is the more trays you need, the longer your treatment typically is. However, the best way to know what your unique timeline will look like is to contact your dentist in Allen for a consultation. During your appointment, we’ll draw up a customized timeline based on a thorough examination of your mouth and let you know what your treatment will look like.

What should I do if I lost my Invisalign aligners?

Losing Invisalign trays isn’t uncommon, which is why you shouldn’t feel nervous to call us if it happens to you! The sooner you contact our team to let us know so we can order you a replacement, the less time your treatment will be set back. Depending on how far you’ve gotten through your current aligner set, we may suggest advancing to your next series or wear your previous set until your replacements arrive.