St. Augustine, FL
Were you unable to receive orthodontic treatment as a child or teen? Maybe you did have your teeth straightened as a youngster but have since experienced orthodontic relapse. No matter your situation, you can straighten your teeth in Palm Coast with Invisalign. You might have heard about Invisalign, but wonder how long treatment takes. Read on as, today on the blog, we explore how quickly you can expect results with Invisalign and whether this method of orthodontic treatment is right for you.
What is Invisalign and how does it work?
Invisalign is a type of clear aligner therapy that has become increasingly popular in orthodontics in recent years. As opposed to braces, which use brackets and wires to straighten teeth, aligner therapy entails wearing a set of transparent plastic aligners made to fit snugly over your teeth. When worn, these aligners apply gentle pressure to guide teeth into their preferred alignment. You return to your Invisalign provider in St. Augustine every few weeks to receive a new set of aligners, and remain on that schedule until treatment is complete.
How long does treatment with Invisalign take?
The specific treatment time varies from person to person but, on average, Invisalign takes between 12 and 18 months to complete. However, minor crookedness could be resolved in nine months. By contrast, treatment with braces often takes two years or longer. It is important to remember that, while Invisalign does typically straighten teeth more quickly than braces, changes will not be visible right away.
Advantages to Invisalign
More and more people, whether they be teens or adults, are choosing Invisalign over braces to straighten their teeth.
- Greater Comfort: The plastic aligners lack the sharp wires that can poke your cheeks or irritate the soft tissues in your mouth.
- Removable: You can take out the aligners when you eat or clean your teeth, making for maximum convenience. However, you need to wear your aligners for at least 22 hours each day to see the best results.
- Nutrition: Since you remove the aligners before eating, you do not have any dietary restrictions. Someone with braces, on the other hand, needs to avoid eating hard, crunchy or sticky foods.
- Transparent: Because the aligners are clear, Invisalign is a discreet method of straightening your teeth.
Is Invisalign right for me?
The only way to know for sure is to schedule an appointment with an Invisalign provider. At this consultation, the provider will examine your teeth and mouth and may take X-rays. Dr. Stephanie Kinsey is proud to be a certified Invisalign provider for her patients in Palm Coast, St. Augustine and the surrounding areas in Florida. If you schedule an initial consultation at Palencia Dental for Invisalign she will compose a treatment plan that is customized for you and your needs. This plan includes the proposed time of treatment, an approximate estimate of costs with a payment plan and how many different aligner trays you will need to straighten your teeth.
To find out more about Invisalign or any of the other services that we provide, make your appointment at Palencia Dental today. Just call our office at 904-664-5254 or complete our convenient appointment request form online.
