The Invisalign System combines advanced 3-D computer graphics technology with the science of orthodontics. Using a series of clear, customized, removable aligners, Invisalign straightens your teeth without wires and brackets.
Are you a candidate for Invisalign?
That depends on how severe your orthodontic issue is and how close to perfection you desire to be. Invisalign is great for fixing minor crowding and rotated teeth. Dr. Ulku offers complimentary consultations to find out if you are a candidate. Call, email, or click on the contact us button at the bottom to schedule!
How does it work?
It starts with Dr. Ulku taking an impression of your teeth and radiographic images. Dr. Ulku fabricates a digital plan online with Invisalign. Once Dr. Ulku has approved the aligners, they are 3D printed and shipped to our office. The number of aligners ranges from as few as 12 to about 70. In our office, some people will have attachments or buttons added to their teeth. These are small bumps of white composite and are bonded to your teeth. Attachments increase the effectiveness of the aligners, but may not be necessary. Since they are often elective, we can remove them. After that, every 2 weeks you put in a new aligner. If you are using AccleDent you change your aligner every week.
What do the clear aligners look like?
They are hard to see when on. The aligners are designed to move your teeth in small steps to the desired final position. Each aligner is precisely calibrated and manufactured to fit your mouth at each stage of the treatment plan.
What are Invisalign attachments?
Small composite bondings added to some teeth help the aligners move the teeth more effectively. They are optional.
Will I talk funny when wearing my Invisalign aligners?
For a short time, you will talk funny with your Invisalign in. Fortunately, you can remove them whenever you want, so if you have a speech to give you’ll be fine!
Do I take my aligners out to sleep?
No, because you want to wear the aligners as much as possible.
Do I wear the aligners when I eat?
No, because eating with aligners in can damage or stain them.
How do you clean your teeth with Invisalign?
You will remove the aligners when brushing and flossing.
How much does Invisalign cost?
The Invisalign cost is not set at one level, because the extent of your treatment depends on the severity of your case. As a result of various factors, the cost will fall in the $5,000-7,000 range. Although, if you have dental insurance you may have orthodontic coverage, which will decrease your out-of-pocket cost.
If you have a teenager who does not want to deal with metal or clear braces, then we have a solution for you – Invisalign Teen! It is the same series of CLEAR/REMOVABLE aligners that gradually move your teeth to the desired position as prescribed by Dr. Ulku. Due to advances in technology, Invisalign can often deliver the exact same results as braces.
Perhaps you are trying to decide between braces or Invisalign, then let us help guide you! We can decide together which is best for you!
Invisalign Teen uses the same technology as Adult Invisalign, but it is made to allow for teeth to erupt into the mouth & create space for teeth as they continue to come in. Using their patented high-tech 3D software, we can predict where/how the teeth will erupt & guide them into place as needed.