Invisalign: Prospective Patient FAQs

Correcting bite issues to align your teeth can give you an entirely new level of confidence when you smile. And, standard metal braces are not the only solution for seeing desired results. Invisalign invisible aligners are capable of correcting mild to moderate bite issues as well. Here are a few things you may want to know as a prospective patient interested in Invisalign.

Does Invisalign work for people of all ages?

Invisalign is suitable for patients of any age. While the invisible aligners are attractive to younger people because they are not so obvious, this very feature makes the treatment attractive to older adults as well. In general, Invisalign is not the best solution for younger children who may not be responsible enough to wear their aligners as directed.

Do the Invisalign aligners hurt as braces do?

Invisalign aligners cause far less discomfort than traditional braces. You may feel some general pressure against your teeth as the aligners do what they are intended to do, but you won’t be dealing with:

• Tooth sensitivity due to the brackets and wires
• Cuts and abrasions on your lips or tongue
• Pain associated with getting something caught in the braces

How long will Invisalign treatment take?

The average duration of treatment is between 12 and 18 months. However, every patient’s needs are different and each case may require a different length of time.

Will your aligners get stained during use?

While aligners could get stained when you drink certain things, staining is not generally an issue. The aligners are changed every few weeks, and you will be removing the aligners when you eat. Therefore, most patients do not experience any major discoloration.

Let’s Discuss Invisalign in West Salem

For mild to moderate bite issues, Invisalign can be an ideal solution. If you believe you could be a good candidate for Invisalign braces, reach out to us at Allen Dental to schedule an appointment.