Invisalign® in Michigan

What is Invisalign Treatment?

Invisalign uses a series of clear plastic aligner trays to shift teeth as opposed to the brackets and wires traditional braces use. About every two weeks, you swap your aligner tray for the next one in the series. You can take the trays out of your mouth to eat and to practice good dental hygiene by brushing and flossing. The Invisalign trays are almost invisible, making it easy to correct mild or moderate misalignments or gaps between your teeth, without out anyone but your dentist knowing the truth.

What Does Invisalign Cost?

Your Invisalign cost typically depends on the amount of time your treatment takes. The more your teeth have to move, the longer treatment takes. Usually, your Invisalign cost is close to the cost of metal or ceramic braces. If you have a dental insurance policy, it may pay a portion of the cost. To check your Invisalign insurance coverage, check your policy or ask our office staff. If you have no coverage, we have financing options and payment plans. Call our office and ask for a consultation, and we can provide more details.

How Long Does Invisalign Treatment Typically Take?

As long as you wear your aligner trays as directed, the average treatment takes about 12 to 18 months. The more correction you need, the longer treatment will take. You will begin to see results fairly quickly, which is encouraging. Afterward, individuals must wear Invisalign retainers to protect their investment.

What Are the Advantages of Using Invisalign Dentists?

Only Certified Invisalign Providers can offer the system to their patients. Invisalign makes sure Invisalign dentists have the proper training and skills to provide effective treatment. Please call our office to schedule a consultation if you want to learn more about how our dentist can help you with Invisalign in Michigan.

Invisalign vs Braces: What’s the Difference?

The main difference is that Invisalign offers a virtually invisible way to correct bite issues, spacing issues, and teeth misalignments while metal braces stand out. While most people will prefer the discrete way to fix orthodontic issues, metal braces win out in the Invisalign vs braces debate for people who have severe misalignments. Invisalign cannot correct complex or severe issues. Other than this, when deciding on Invisalign vs braces, it is a personal choice.

What Are the Best Benefits of Invisalign?

Invisalign has many benefits, including:

1. The clear aligner trays are virtually invisible.
2. They are more comfortable to wear than braces with brackets and wires.
3. Invisalign aligners are removable so you can clean your teeth easily and maintain your dental health.
4. Since you remove your aligner to eat, you can eat the same foods as you did before getting Invisalign.
5. You never have to be concerned about a fall or bump pressing metal brackets and wires into the insides of your cheeks.
6. You’ll have fewer dental appointments during your treatment as you can switch the trays out yourself.

Is Invisalign Right for Everyone?

Invisalign won’t work for severe misalignments, bite problems, or large gaps. Invisalign is only for older teen and adults whose mouths have stopped growing. Finally, Invisalign is only for people who are dedicated to the treatment plan by wearing their aligners for 22 hours a day, only removing them to eat and drink, and to brush and floss.

Will Invisalign Hinder My Lifestyle?

Invisalign won’t hinder your lifestyle the way metal braces will, since they are removable. You can easily brush your teeth and floss the same way you did before. Also, you’ll have no food restrictions, so you can eat as before. You will probably snack less often, as you have to take the aligners out to have a snack or any drink except water, and then clean your teeth and the aligner before putting it back in.

How Do I Take Care of Care of My Invisalign Aligners?

We stock the Invisalign cleaning kit, which includes crystals you drop in water. Simply soak your aligner for 15 minutes and then brush them off with a soft toothbrush. You can also just use a soft toothbrush and a nonabrasive toothpaste if you wish. Never expose your aligner to hot water as it can warp.

If you are interested in Invisalign in Michigan, please contact our dental practice to speak to one of our Invisalign dentists. They will perform an assessment to see if you are a good candidate and answer any questions you have. Call our office today for a consultation.