Invisalign NJ

Invisalign refers to a dental treatment method (braces alternative) that uses Invisalign (invisible plastic aligners) to straighten teeth.

As mentioned above, Invisalign aligners are composed of flexible plastic (patented thermoplastic – Smart Track).

 The process involves steps starting with an initial visit to a dental clinic where patients are advised about the treatment. A 3D digital impression is then taken in seconds before a custom treatment plan is crafted. The aligners are then made and installed. Patients need several aligner sets to move teeth in stages. Once the teeth are aligned, a retainer is installed to keep the teeth in place.

It depends! Cost varies based on the extent of teeth misalignment. Severe misalignment will obviously cost more to fix. Generally, the cost is similar to braces but may vary in some cases.

It depends on a case-by-case basis. However, most Invisalign cases are concluded faster than braces.

You can pay partly or in full using cash as agreed with your dentist or orthodontist. However, other payment options are possible i.e., insurance or paying with a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Savings Account (FSA).

Absolutely! The aligners are made using FDA-approved thermoplastic. What’s more, the plastic is free of latex, BPS, BPA, and gluten meaning it doesn’t contain any compounds known to cause harm. What’s more, the plastic material is soft and doesn’t irritate or injure the gums, as is the case with braces.

Invisalign services should be provided by Invisalign certified providers. Dental Healing Arts is among the few dental practices which are certified to offer Invisalign services in Morganville, NJ. The dental office has dentists with over 50+ years of dental practice experience and other experienced dental professionals capable of offering professional services.

As mentioned above, your preferred provider should be certified. You should also get services from licensed orthodontists. What’s more, pay attention to the technology they use. Invisalign certified services are high-tech services that require exclusive Invisalign Technology.

It depends. The extent of misalignment will largely dictate how long treatment takes. Different patients have different tooth alignment problems (such as crowded teeth, spaces between teeth, complex shifts, etc.) that take different treatment times to rectify. However, most patients wear aligners for months to a year (6 to 12 months).

While Invisalign works differently from traditional metal braces, the results are similar. Like braces, you need a retainer to keep your teeth aligned.

You should have your aligners on all the time apart from mealtime, which translates to approximately 22 hours. Failing to wear them as directed will only delay results. You may also experience some discomfort when you wear them since teeth can go back to original alignment fairly quickly.

No! You should remove your aligners when eating or drinking anything besides water. Besides increasing risk of damage/dirt, it is usually awkward trying to take meals with aligners.

Your aligners should be brushed after meals or at least twice daily (morning and evening when going to bed). It’s also advisable to rinse aligners with warm water if you take them off. This tip reduces bacteria buildup and other dental conditions or problems like plague and bad odor common with dirty Invisalign trays.

Invisalign is for everyone (both adults and teens) with teeth alignment problems. However, some teeth alignment issues may require highly specialized treatment. Search for “Certified Invisalign provider near me” and inquire about treatment suitability.