Invisalign
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is one brand of clear aligner used for selected orthodontic treatment. Clear aligners are removable appliances that apply controlled forces to move teeth over time.
They are not suitable for every orthodontic problem. Treatment may require attachments, tooth reduction, elastics, refinements or other appliances. Effectiveness depends partly on wearing the aligners as directed. Treatment duration and outcome vary.
Why choose Invisalign and not other clear aligners?
DESIGNED FOR SUCCESS FROM START TO FINISH
Patented products, like SmartTrack material and SmartForce attachments are designed optimally to deliver the desired force systems to move teeth more predictably.
What are SmartForce attachments?
SmartForce attachments are small tooth-colored shapes that are attached to your teeth before or during your Invisalign braces treatment. They’re like handles, giving aligners something to gently push on. Invisalign clear aligners fit smoothly and tightly around them, so they’re barely noticeable. Not everyone who uses Invisalign clear aligners will need SmartForce attachments.
Customized treatment based on years of research and intelligence from millions of patients.
Invisalign is able to correct a wide range of teeth alignment problems including overcrowding, overjet, underbite, crossbite, open bite and spacing.
Teeth Conditions That Invisalign Can Fix
Overbite
Underbite
Crossbite
Gap Teeth
Open Bite
Crowded Teeth
Straighter TeethOverbiteBefore and After
What is an overbite?
An overbite is when your upper front teeth overlap with your lower front teeth. Most people have at least a little overbite.
What kinds of problems can an overbite cause?
When your overbite is too large, your doctor might tell you you have a “deep bite.” This can cause problems, from your teeth wearing down to pain in your jaw. Doctors use a percentage to describe overbites, and 5 to 25 percent is ideal.
Can Invisalign clear aligners fix an overbite?
Yes, Invisalign clear aligners can fix an overbite or deep bite. We can help you find an experienced Invisalign doctor who can show you what Invisalign braces treatment can do for you.
UnderbiteBefore and After
What is an underbite?
An underbite is when you close your mouth and your lower front teeth are in front of your upper teeth. In many cases, this is actually a problem with your lower jaw being too far forward.
What kinds of problems can an underbite cause?
An underbite can make it hard to chew properly and speak clearly, and it might cause your teeth to wear down more quickly.
Can Invisalign clear aligners fix an underbite?
Yes, Invisalign clear aligners can fix some underbites. Severe underbites might require Invisalign treatment combined with surgery. We can help you find an experienced Invisalign doctor who can show you what Invisalign treatment can do for you.
CrossbiteBefore and After
What is a crossbite?
When you close your mouth and some of your upper teeth are sitting inside your lower teeth — rather than on the outside, like they normally would — your doctor calls this a crossbite.
What kinds of problems can a crossbite cause?
A crossbite can make your teeth wear down or chip. It can also make your gums start to recede or make little notches above your gum line. This kind of damage can lead to painful gum problems or even bone loss.
Can Invisalign clear aligners fix a crossbite?
Yes, Invisalign clear aligners can fix some types of crossbite. We can help you find an experienced Invisalign doctor who can show you what Invisalign treatment can do for you.
Gap TeethBefore and After
What are gap teeth?
When you have extra space between two or more of your teeth, your doctor calls this spacing issues or gap teeth.
What kinds of problems can gap teeth cause?
Gap teeth can create pockets between your teeth and gums where food can get stuck. It can make your gums tender and sore and even lead to gum disease.
Can Invisalign clear aligners fix gap teeth?
Yes, Invisalign clear aligners can fix gaps in teeth. We can help you find an experienced Invisalign doctor who can show you what Invisalign treatment can do for you.
Open BiteBefore and After
What is an open bite?
If your upper and lower teeth don’t touch when your mouth is closed, your doctor calls this an open bite.
What kinds of problems can an open bite cause?
An open bite can make it hard to chew or difficult to bite into some common foods, like apples.
Can Invisalign clear aligners fix an open bite?
Yes, Invisalign clear aligners can fix an open bite. We can help you find an experienced Invisalign doctor who can show you what Invisalign treatment can do for you.
Crowded TeethBefore and After
What are crowded teeth?
When you don’t have enough room in your jaw for your teeth to fit normally, your teeth can bunch up, overlap and twist, sometimes getting pushed to the front or the back.
What kinds of problems can crowded teeth cause?
Crowded teeth can make it hard to brush and floss well. Then it’s easier for plaque, tartar, and harmful bacterial to build up — and down the line, this can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Your crowded teeth can also get worse over time.
Can Invisalign clear aligners fix crowded teeth?
Yes, Invisalign clear aligners can fix crowded teeth. We can help you find an experienced Invisalign doctor who can show you what Invisalign treatment can do for you.
Straighter TeethBefore and After
It seems like a little thing. Why?
You like your smile — but you really want to love it. Maybe you have a special event coming up, or you want the confidence to take on the world at work or at school. Small fixes can make a big difference.
Overcrowding
Overcrowding is when there is insufficient room in your jaw for your teeth to fit normally. Your teeth can bunch up, overlap, twist, or get pushed to the front or back.
Overjet
An excessive overjet, also known as buck teeth, is when your upper front teeth extend too far horizontally over your lower front teeth.This is not to be confused with an overbite which is a vertical overlap of the lower teeth by the upper.
Underbite
An underbite is when your lower teeth and jaw protrude in front of the upper teeth. Severe cases may cause difficulty chewing food or challenges when speaking.
Crossbite
A crossbite is when some of your upper teeth sit behind your lower teeth. This may lead to abnormal tooth wear and chipping.
Open Bite
An open bite is when your upper and lower teeth do not touch when your mouth is closed. This may affect your appearance and cause speech problems like having a lisp.
Spacing
Spacing is when there is a gap between two or more of your teeth. It may cause speech problems and food can get stuck easily.
How Does Invisalign® Treatment Work?
