Invisalign is the new way to straighten teeth without calling attention to your teeth. No braces are needed with this revolutionary way to straighten your teeth.

Invisalign is a series of nearly undetectable aligners that are used to gradually straighten your teeth. The aligners are very hard for anyone to detect that you are wearing.

Q: Does Invisalign really work?

A: Yes. In both clinical research and in orthodontic and dental practices nationwide, Invisalign has been proven effective at straightening teeth.

Q: What are the primary benefits of Invisalign?

A: There are four primary benefits of Invisalign:

1. Invisalign is nearly invisible - you can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing.
2. Invisalign is removable - you can eat and drink what you want in treatment; you can also brush and floss normally to maintain good oral hygiene.
3. Invisalign is comfortable - there are no metal brackets or wires to cause mouth irritation; no metal or wires also means you spend less time in the doctor's chair getting adjustments.
4. Invisalign allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan before you start - so you can see how your straight teeth will look when your treatment is complete.

Q: How does Invisalign effectively move teeth?

A: Like brackets and archwires, Invisalign Aligners move teeth through the appropriate placement of controlled force on the teeth. The principal difference is that Invisalign not only controls forces, but also controls the timing of the force application. At each stage, only certain teeth are allowed to move, and these movements are determined by the orthodontic treatment plan for that particular stage. This results in an efficient force delivery system.

Q: Can Invisalign close gaps (space closure)?

A: Yes. Spaces between teeth are generally easy to close with the Invisalign System.

If you would like to schedule a FREE Invisalign consultation with Dr.Van Wicklen, fill out the 24/7 appointment scheduler or call 448-3131.