Invisalign Provider
Teeth that are crooked, crowded, or have gaps between them can feel like insurmountable obstacles to a perfect smile. An innovative technology in dental correction, Invisalign®, does all the work of braces, without metal and wires covering up your smile. Michael Capio, DDS, from Dental Solutions in Marina Del Rey, California, is an expert in helping patients get the smile they want with Invisalign.
Invisalign
Invisalign is the easiest way to correct mild to moderate crowding or spacing issues. Dr. Capio starts by creating a plan for properly adjusting your teeth into place. Then a series of custom-made aligners are designed to correct your teeth over time.
Depending on the plan Dr. Capio creates, you’ll get a new pair of aligners, typically every one to two weeks. The clear plastic material fits tightly over your teeth and is hardly noticeable. Each pair of aligners makes a slight adjustment to your teeth, which adds up over time as you switch from one set of aligners to the next. The process takes between 10 and 24 months to produce the desired results.
Younger children may not be candidates for Invisalign, as straightening a child’s teeth is complicated when they are still developing. For teens and adults, Invisalign is an excellent choice, especially for those who may be embarrassed by the wires of standard braces.
Invisalign is best for patients with mild or moderate crowding or spacing issues. If a patient has overcrowding, large gaps, or bite problems, they may need regular braces for treatment.
Invisalign is a more convenient and flexible option than regular braces because the aligners:
- Don’t get in the way of your smile
- Make it easier to clean your teeth
- Don’t cause cuts in the mouth
- Give you the smile you want in as little as 10 months
Like regular braces, Invisalign comes with its own set of maintenance requirements. When you have Invisalign, you need to:
- Avoid chewing gum while wearing aligners
- Remove your aligners to eat, brush, and floss
- Brush and floss after every meal
You’ll need to make time for checkups every four to six weeks. If you’re interested in straightening your teeth with Invisalign, contact Dental Solutions today for a consult to find out if Invisalign is right for you.