The 4-Step Process for Perfecting Your Smile with Invisalign Treatment

What comes to your mind when you think about orthodontics? It’s most likely a teenager with a metal lattice covering his teeth. While metal braces have traditionally been used in dentistry, more advanced and discreet orthodontic treatments are now available. For instance, Grandview Center for Dentistry straightens teeth with Invisalign aligners. Unlike metal brackets cemented onto your teeth, Invisalign trays are removable, a big plus when eating, attending critical social occasions, or cleaning teeth.

Want to start your Invisalign journey in Edina, Minnesota? Please schedule an appointment with Dr. Bridget Lervick, our Invisalign-certified dentist.

The Invisalign treatment process

Invisalign is a revolutionary orthodontic treatment for misaligned, overcrowded, and gapped teeth. The Invisalign trays are custom-fitted and virtually invisible, making the treatment ideal for teens, adults, and anyone self-conscious about metal braces. The invisibility of Invisalign allows you to enhance your smile without drawing attention from classmates or colleagues.

Ready to transform your smile with Invisalign? It involves the following easy steps.

1. Initial consultation: Your Invisalign journey begins with a consultation with our Invisalign-certified doctor. During this conversation, we’ll discuss the aspects of your smile you’re unhappy with and your treatment goals. The dentist will also assess your bite, teeth, and oral health to determine your eligibility for Invisalign. If you have tooth decay, gum disease, or other oral issues, they must be addressed before proceeding with Invisalign treatment. We want to ensure your perfectly aligned smile is built on a healthy foundation.
2. Aligner fabrication: If Invisalign is ideal for you, we’ll take digital impressions of your teeth using a small handheld intraoral scanner. This digital scanner takes thousands of images of your teeth and gums and converts them into a 3D model within minutes. Subsequently, we utilize advanced Invisalign software to simulate your treatment plan, illustrating the movement of each tooth at every stage of the treatment. We’ll then send the digital records to our Invisalign lab to custom-make your aligners.
3. Wearing your aligners: Upon receiving your aligners, we will provide instructions on how to wear and care for them. Although removable, ensure you wear your aligners 20-22 hours daily. Remember to switch to the next set of aligners every two weeks. When worn as directed, Invisalign usually perfects your smile within 9-18 months. However, the actual duration can vary depending on individual cases and the complexity of the alignment issues. During your treatment, you must maintain your aligners in tip-top condition by cleaning them as directed by your dentist.
4. Maintain your smile: Once you complete your Invisalign treatment, the battle is not over yet. We’ll give you a retainer to prevent your teeth from relapsing into their old positions, which you’ll wear nightly to preserve your investment in a healthy, straight smile!

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Crooked teeth or bite issues can adversely impact your aesthetics, oral health, and confidence. Invisalign is a quick and discreet solution for straightening teeth without the inconvenience and discomfort of metal braces. To start your Invisalign treatment in Edina, MN, call (952) 955-4505 to schedule an appointment with Grandview Center for Dentistry.

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