The invisible way to straighten your teeth, without braces. Invisalign® can give you the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted through invisible braces. It works through a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that no one can tell you're wearing. So you can smile more during treatment as well as after.
Invisalign is a product of Align Technology, Inc. and is used as a treatment for correcting misaligned teeth. Invisalign is an alternative to so-called “railtrack” braces.
The Invisalign procedure requires a specially trained dental professional. Dr. Souers is an Invisalign provider who has been certified by Align Technology and offers Invisalign in his Kalamazoo and Three Rivers, Michigan offices.
Primary benefits of Invisalign:
- Clear aligners make Invisalign treatment almost invisible.
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Removable Invisalign aligners mean you can eat and drink whatever you want and always maintain optimum dental hygiene by brushing and flossing normally.
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Comfortable Invisalign aligners are replaced frequently so you may forget you’re even straightening your teeth and will spend less time in the dentist’s chair having adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions!
Q: How much does Invisalign® cost?
A: As with other types of orthodontic treatment, the cost of Invisalign® depends on the complexity of a patient's case. The cost is generally slightly more expensive than traditional braces, but find out what your treatment involves by contacting our office for a complementary appointment. We also do not let finances stand in the way of getting a beautiful smile. We offer a number of payment plans that make any treatment fit our patient’s budget.
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 and has been linked to teeth strengthening.
Q: Does insurance cover Invisalign®?
A: Because medical benefits differ significantly from policy to policy, each patient should review their coverage. Kindly check your orthodontic insurance plans to make sure it covers Invisalign treatment procedures. However, if a patient has orthodontic coverage, Invisalign® should be covered to the same extent as conventional braces.
Q: What are aligners made of?
A: Aligners are made of clear, strong medical grade plastic that is virtually invisible when worn.
Q: What do aligners look like?
A: Aligners are nearly invisible and look similar to clear tooth-whitening trays, but are custom-made for a better fit to move teeth. Some orthodontists and dentists have referred to them as "contact lenses for teeth."
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: What is the minimum age of a patient that a doctor can treat with Invisalign®
A: Doctors can use Invisalign to treat a vast majority of patients with fully-erupted molars, but invisalign treatment is usually limited to adults.
For more information about Invisalign®, please visit www.invisalign.com
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