Invisalign FAQs

The Invisalign clear aligners treatment is a series of clear, custom-made aligners that can straighten your teeth without using brackets or metal wires.

In your consultation, your orthodontist will use 3D computer imaging technology to establish a treatment plan based on your individual smile and needs.

A series of custom clear aligners will be made to fit your teeth precisely in every stage of the Invisalign treatment process.

Invisalign's clear plastic aligners are designed to move your teeth in small increments as your treatment goes on. You will wear each aligner for roughly two weeks before you replace it with the next one in the series.

This process will continue until your teeth are in their prescribed positions. The length of your treatment with Invisalign will be determined by your dentist depending on your specific needs.

Your dentist will determine the length of your Invisalign treatment based on your individual needs.

Factors that could determine the duration of your treatment include the misalignment of your teeth or jaw, the shape of your bite, and the amount of movement required to fix the problem.

The Invisalign aligners are made with USP Class VI medical-grade, high molecular weight, polyurethane resins that are BPA-free.

Because Invisalign aligners require no adjustments or tightening – just switch to a new set of aligners approximately every two weeks – your dentist will schedule brief appointments with you every 4 - 6 weeks.

During these appointments, your dentist will take the opportunity to review your progress and general oral health, answer your questions, and make adjustments to your treatment as required.

Invisalign aligners are:

• Are discreet solution
• Smooth construction to help enhance comfort
• Don't require adjustment appointments
• Removable for eating, brushing, and flossing

The cost will be based on the severity of your case and the duration of your treatment. For example, the more severe the malocclusion, the more aligners you will require and the more your treatment will cost.

We offer financing through WayDent to help support your Invisalign treatment journey. Speak to your dentist or click here to learn more.

Invisalign could fit comfortably into your everyday life.

You can take your aligners out when you need to eat, drink, or brush and floss your teeth. This means that there are absolutely no dietary restrictions, and brushing and flossing are just as easy as before.

Invisalign aligners are removable, so you can remove them to eat. Because of this, there are no dietary restrictions with Invisalign, so you can keep eating all the foods you love!

To avoid staining your clear aligners, we recommend removing them when you drink beverages such as wine, coffee, or dark soda beverages.

The answer to this question will depend on the severity of your misalignment.

Only your dentist can give you an accurate estimate of how long your treatment will be, based on a careful evaluation of your bite during your initial consultation.

Yes! Anyone with healthy teeth and gums is a potential candidate for Invisalign.

Yes! Teens could be candidates for Invisalign. Actually, Invisalign has created a line of aligners to meet the unique needs of teenagers.

Invisalign Teen aligners have compliance indicators on them (small blue dots that fade away after the aligners have been worn for a full two weeks) to help teens stay on track with their treatment.

They also come with eruption tabs that provide space for second molars and prevent them from growing in crooked.

Most patients switch to their next set of aligners about every two weeks. Your dentist will tell you exactly how often you should change your aligners.

Rinse your aligners every time you remove them to wash away dry saliva and plaque that could lead to dental decay and bad breath.

Soak your aligners using a denture cleaner, Retainer Brite, and/or the official Invisalign cleaning crystals.

Brush and floss your teeth before putting your aligners back in. Good oral hygiene is essential in maintaining healthy teeth and avoiding cavities and decay. Failing to brush and floss properly can trap food debris and bacteria between your teeth and aligners, increasing your risk of dental problems and bad breath.

Clean your aligners with a clear, anti-bacterial soft soap. Clear anti-bacterial soap can be an excellent way to keep your aligners clear, fresh, and free from harmful bacteria.

Brush your aligners gently so you don't scratch them, and then rinse off the soap. Then you're done!

Invisalign aligners are removable so you can play sports without causing damage to your aligners.

However, you need to remember that Invisalign aligners must be kept in for at least 22 hours a day, so plan your time carefully.

You might also want to invest in a sports mouthguard to protect your teeth, as orthodontic treatment can cause your teeth to loosen slightly as they shift into their new positions, and this can make them more susceptible to damage.

Yes! Simply remove your aligners to practice playing your instrument, and put them back in when you're finished.

Your Invisalign aligners will come with a case, which is where you should put your aligners when you need to take them out to keep them safe.