A clear alternative to metal braces
Invisalign® is a system of transparent, removable aligners that fit snugly over your teeth. Because there are no fixed wires or brackets, food does not get trapped the way it can with traditional braces, and cleaning your teeth stays straightforward throughout your entire treatment. When you are wearing them, the aligners blend in with your smile - most people will not notice them at all.
Aligners can be taken out before meals or social engagements, which makes day-to-day life easier. That convenience is one of the reasons many people choose clear aligner therapy when it is appropriate for their situation.
How the treatment actually works
Invisalign® moves your teeth gradually through a series of clear aligners, each one making small, precise adjustments. You swap to a new set roughly every two weeks as your teeth shift to match each aligner's shape. Most people wear somewhere between 20 and 30 sets from start to finish, though the exact number depends entirely on your individual case.
Invisalign® is well suited to minor and moderate orthodontic concerns. For more complex bite issues, traditional metal braces may be the more reliable path - and our team can help you figure out which approach fits your needs best.
Wearing your aligners the right way
The flexibility to remove your aligners is genuinely useful, but it comes with one important guideline: dentists recommend keeping them in for at least 22 hours every day. Taking them out too often can slow your progress, extend the length of your treatment, or even require stepping back to a previous set of aligners. If you think you might struggle to remember, that is worth discussing during your consultation - traditional braces may be a better fit for your lifestyle.
Check-ups, adjustments, and attachments
Throughout your treatment, your dentist will check in every few weeks to review your progress and provide your next sets of aligners. A new set may feel snug at first - that slight tightness is a sign your teeth are responding and beginning to shift.
When a specific tooth needs extra encouragement, a small dot of bonding resin - called an attachment - can be placed on that tooth to help the aligner apply more targeted pressure. Placing and later removing this resin is a straightforward step that does not require anesthesia.