The advent of Invisalign and Clear Aligners has utterly changed the foundation of orthodontic care. Gone are the days when the most common orthodontic appliance was bracket and wire braces. Modern dentistry looks first to the versatile and effective device, Invisalign Clear Aligners. These aligners are nearly invisible, easy to care for, and can be removed for up to 2 hours daily. We’re proud to provide them at our Santa Barbara, CA offices.
Experiencing Clear aligners At Aloe Dental Wellness
Invisalign or clear aligners have grown to be among the most popular options for receiving orthodontic care in the past decade. Their discrete design and removal ability give orthodontic patients the best of both worlds. However, they’re only appropriate for patients with the discipline to wear them for 22 hours a day. This may make them a poor choice for exceptionally young patients or those who have difficulty maintaining a routine habit. Some of the concerns that can be treated with Invisalign include:
- Gapped Tooth – Many patients come to us with concerns that are purely aesthetic in nature. However, gapped teeth are far more than a simple matter of appearance. The gap can allow neighboring teeth to move out of position and expose additional enamel to decay risks.
- Over/Underbite – These types of malocclusion (improper bite) can often be addressed using the Invisalign system.
- Overcrowding – This can occur due to improper jaw development, excess teeth, and other concerns. The lack of sufficient room in the mouth may sometimes be addressed with Invisalign depending on the cause.
- Crossbite – When the two dental arches don’t close properly and are offset left-right, Invisalign can help.
- Open Bites – This occurs when the upper and lower dental arches don’t meet when the mouth is closed.
The first move towards getting clear aligners is arranging to meet with Dr. Cadavid for a consultation. They’ll provide a comprehensive dental exam to assess your overall oral health. The outcome of this exam will help determine if Invisalign clear Aligners are right for your oral health concerns. If Invisalign can help with your concerns, the next stage will involve taking a dental impression. This resulting impression will then be sent off to Invisalign for use in manufacturing your personalized set of trays.
After receiving your trays, you’ll begin by putting the first one in place. Throughout treatment, you’ll typically change trays every two weeks. However, your treatment will be tailored to your oral health, so read the instructions closely. Once you have completed your full course of treatment, you’ll be provided with a retainer. This retainer must be worn in perpetuity to ensure your orthodontic treatment holds.
Find The Magic Of Invisalign and Clear Aligners At Aloe Dental Wellness
Is it finally time for you to correct those imperfections in your smile? Contact us for your appointment with Dr. Cadavid today! We’ll arrange for an appointment at our Santa Barbara, CA office. When you leave, you’ll be on your way to improving the beauty of your smile with Invisalign Clear Aligners!
