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Invisalign Crossbite treatment
What is Invisalign treatment?
Invisalign treatment is a virtually invisible effective orthodontic practice to straighten teeth. The process involves a series of customized, clear, removable aligners that gradually straighten your teeth. These aligners are made of translucent plastic to fit over your teeth to slowly move them to the ideal position. No wires, brackets to irritate your gums and none of the eating restrictions that come with traditional metal braces.
What Invisalign do aligners look like? What are they made of?
Invisalign clear aligners are prepared from flexible, thin, clear plastic created by SmartTrack exclusively for Invisalign treatment. These aligners are FDA-approved and free from BPA, BPS, gluten or latex. They are thin, transparent, and fit comfortably over your teeth, making them discreet, and lets you keep your confidence and attractive smile. It is designed to suit every lifestyle. It typically requires fewer dental visits where you can visualise the progressive movement from the beginning to the end.
How will Invisalign treatment work for teeth straighten?
Your orthodontist will assess your tooth condition, develop a unique digital treatment straightening plan that maps out the exact movements of the teeth. The experts will take a digital impression, used to make a 3D treatment plan, also referred to as the ClinCheck treatment plan. It will be used to design custom-made aligners. The orthodontist will give you a series of aligners, typically 3-4 sets at a time. You need to replace each one approximately every 2 weeks until the teeth attained their ideal position. The dentist will be with you every step to monitor your progress and ensure your aligners fit properly.
What are the primary benefits of Invisalign treatment?
Invisalign clear aligners are an effective way to straighten teeth. It offers many advantages such as-virtually invisible —unnoticeable when you’re wearing them, removable- you can remove them while eating and drinking, easy cleaning- brushing and flossing becomes easy after removing them, comfort- no metal braces or bracket to irritate your mouth. And once the treatment is over, you will be more confident and comfortable with your smile.
Can I get a surety to have straight teeth with Invisalign treatment?
Every person has a different smile. The orthodontist will only determine whether the Invisalign is a suitable option for you or not. Invisalign is an ideal option in case of minor teeth correction, but if the problem is severe, you might have to go for other options such as braces, surgery etc. During your consultation, your doctor will assess the tooth condition and discuss what Invisalign treatment can do for your smile. We cannot guarantee a particular treatment result but encourage you to share your expectations from the treatment.
Is Invisalign treatment right for me?
Invisalign treatment can be an ideal solution for both teens as well as adults looking for an invisible technique to achieve a sparkling smile. Innovations and technological advancements in dentistry, make it possible to fix almost all common teeth or jaw straightening and bite issues, from minor to complex without interfering with your day-to-day life. Invisalign treatment is recommended for people with a mild tooth alignment issue. But still, only your orthodontist will be able to tell whether this treatment will work for you or not.
How much does Invisalign treatment cost?
The Invisalign treatment cost varies from person to person. In some cases, only minor correction is needed but in others, it can be a little tricky where the orthodontist has to do some necessary work to make the teeth healthy for the treatment. In such cases, the cost will be higher. Generally, the Invisalign cost for normal cases is $4500 and $7000 but can go beyond this depending on how complex your case is and how many aligners you will need.

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Is Invisalign treatment more expensive than braces?
Invisalign treatment cost is almost $1500-$2000 more than traditional metal braces. It is true that it is expensive but for some reason. The outcomes achieved from this treatment are quite impressive. Comfort and flexibility attract people to choose this treatment option irrespective of its cost. The virtually invisible feature of aligners also makes it people’s first choice to straighten teeth. People who want straight teeth without getting disturbed by their lifestyle will definitely choose this treatment.
Will Invisalign treatment be covered in my insurance plan?
You get clarity about this from your insurance provider. Many dental insurance companies offer plans which cover Invisalign treatment the same way they cover braces. In some plans, insurance may pay a certain percentage of your Invisalign treatment. You can ask your insurance provider for more information on this before starting your treatment.
What payment plans are available for Invisalign treatment?
Individual doctors offer flexible and affordable monthly payment plans. These plans will allow you to make small payments monthly through the course of your Invisalign treatment. You won’t feel the stress to pay the amount in one go. Some dental clinics offer financing through CareCredit. It is specifically designed for health-related expenses. CareCredit is a third-party patient financing plan that makes it easier for people to get the treatment they want.
Can I remove my aligners whenever I need to?
Yes! Invisalign aligners are easily removable. So, when you are eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing, you can take them out. Wearing them on special occasions like a wedding, birthday party, job interview, or for playing your favourite sport or instrument might make you uncomfortable. But no worries! You can take them out during such events. Keep one thing in mind that you need to wear them 18-20 hours a day to get the best results.
Is Invisalign treatment painful?
Invisalign treatment aims to give you straighter smile. Invisalign aligners apply some gentle yet constant pressure on your teeth, so, some people might feel temporary discomfort for the initial few days of the treatment. If you are feeling the pressure on your teeth, it’s normal, it’s an indication that your Invisalign clear aligners are working perfectly to transforming your smile.
What is the best way to clean my aligners?
Use the Invisalign Cleaning System to clean your aligners. It is the best way to clean them. You can get it online or from your dentist. An alternate way to clean it is to rinse them in lukewarm water and clean them with a toothbrush after applying toothpaste to it.