Invisalign Braces in Locust Valley

Although Invisalign is really helpful for many people, it’s not for everyone. The jawbone continues to grow and develop until kids are around 12 years old, so it’s not recommended for early teeth adjustment. It’s also not necessarily recommended if the required 22-hour wearing period can’t be enforced or guaranteed each day.

Finally, Invisalign can’t correct significant orthodontic conditions, such as narrow palates or severe underbite. However, it may be recommended for those who have previously undergone significant orthodontic treatment who need a slight correction due to something about their bite changing.

Still, there are many people with minor to moderate tooth alignment needs that can easily benefit from Invisalign’s convenient process.

Invisalign’s teeth aligners work with a series of trays that each have a slightly different shape than the previous ones, slowly pressing the teeth into the correct position over a period of six months or more. With high-precision technology, our Invisalign aligners can adjust the rotation, angle, and position of teeth using digital scans of your mouth and durable custom plastic aligner trays.

The Invisalign process begins with a consultation, then an appointment to scan your teeth and take impressions of your mouth to order your custom Invisalign trays. Once the trays arrive to our office, you’ll come in for a fitting to make sure everything looks right, then you’ll be released to go through the Invisalign process on your own. Depending on your personalized Invisalign plan, this process can take up to a year or as quickly as six months.

Invisalign aligners should be worn nearly all day, taken out only to eat, drink, or brush your teeth. Your aligner trays should be cleaned regularly with Invisalign’s own cleaning solution or a gentle DIY antibacterial solution.

You should brush your teeth and floss as normal while wearing Invisalign aligners, brushing twice a day, and flossing once. Keeping up with regular cleanings with us is also beneficial, as we’ll not only check your overall oral health but also ensure your Invisalign treatment is working well.

By taking good care of your Invisalign trays, you help ensure they are effective at transforming your smile without harming your oral health.

Like many personalized healthcare treatments, Invisalign costs vary from patient to patient. Factors that can influence the total price for Invisalign include whether and how much your dental insurance covers, the degree of adjustment needed, the length of treatment, whether you lose or require a replacement aligner, and other factors. The best way to find out how much you’ll end up paying out of pocket for Invisalign is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Koster, who can walk you through the best treatment plan for your misaligned teeth and make you aware of how much the treatment may cost.

Invisalign FAQs

A major question on most patients’ minds when they find out they could benefit from some orthodontic treatment is whether they’ll be stuck with metal braces or if they can use the more conspicuous Invisalign process. There are both benefits and drawbacks to both treatments, and not everyone qualifies for Invisalign.

Braces have the benefit of being a robust, time-tested way to shift teeth dramatically for a better-aligned smile. Braces tend to be cheaper than Invisalign and are the preferred method for certain alignment issues. However, besides their aesthetic drawbacks, they are also harder to keep clean compared to Invisalign aligners and are often uncomfortable or painful after adjustment appointments.

Invisalign, on the other hand, won’t be noticeable to most people you interact with on a daily basis. The trays should not affect your speech too much and are easy to remove and clean. People with minor to moderate alignment concerns can benefit greatly from the way Invisalign achieves an ideal smile without causing an interruption of a person’s lifestyle.

Get the best smile of your life without the hassle of traditional braces with Invisalign! Dr. Koster loves helping people in New York have a convenient way to improve their smile, and often by extent, their self-confidence. Learn more about Invisalign or get started on your personalized journey to a perfect smile by calling our office or contacting us online today.