Invisalign FAQs

Invisalign is a series of clear, custom-fitted aligners that straighten your teeth without the need for metal wires or braces.

We will create a treatment plan based on your smile using dental imaging technology to provide a series of custom clear aligners to fit your teeth during each stage of the Invisalign treatment process.

Invisalign clear plastic aligners are designed to move your teeth by tiny increments as your treatment progresses. You will wear each aligner for about two weeks before it is replaced by the next aligner in the series.

This process will continue until your teeth are in their correct positions. The duration of your Invisalign treatment will be determined by your dentist and based on your specific needs.

Your dentist will determine the duration of your Invisalign treatment based on your situation and specific needs.

Factors that may determine the duration of your treatment include the alignment of your teeth or jaw, your bite, or the amount of movement required to correct the problem.

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

Your dentist will schedule brief appointments with you every four to six weeks since Invisalign aligners require no adjustments or tightening. You just switch to a new set of aligners every two weeks.

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

The features of Invisalign include:

• A discreet, low-profile appearance
• Constructed of a smooth resin for a more comfortable fit
• Do not require adjustment appointments
• Aligners can be removed for eating, brushing and flossing

Cost will depend on the severity of your case and the duration of your treatment. For instance, the more severe your bite, the more aligners you'll need and the more your treatment will cost.

You may find that Invisalign fits comfortably into your day-to-day life.

You can take aligners out whenever you eat, drink, brush and floss. That means no dietary restrictions on hard foods, and you'll be able to brush and floss thoroughly and consistently.

Invisalign aligners are removable, meaning you can take them out to eat. As a result, there are no dietary restrictions when it comes to Invisalign, so you can continue to eat the foods you love, even crunchy food!

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

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

Your dentist can give you an accurate estimate of how many aligners you will need based on a careful evaluation of your bite during an initial consultation.

Yes! Invisalign is suitable for all ages.

More and more adults are deciding to undergo orthodontic treatment these days because Invisalign makes the process much more comfortable than traditional methods. 

Yes! Teens can certainly be candidates for Invisalign. In fact, 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 two full weeks) to help teens stay on track with their treatment.

Your dentist will tell you exactly how often you should switch out your aligners. Most patients change their aligners every two weeks or so. 

Rinse your aligners each time you remove them to get rid of dry saliva or plaque that can result in tooth decay and bad breath.

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

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

Invisalign aligners are removable so you can play sports and use a sports mouth guard without worrying about causing damage to your aligners.

However, keep in mind that Invisalign aligners must be kept in for a minimum of 22 hours a day, so plan your time carefully.

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

Your Invisalign aligners will come with a case, and this is where you should put your aligners whenever you take them out to keep them safe.