Invisalign®
Effective Invisalign® Braces in Woodbridge, VA
Bite issues like crooked or crowded teeth can have unpleasant effects on your smile's aesthetics, your dental function, and your overall oral health. If you want to enjoy a straighter smile but don't want to deal with traditional braces, our Woodbridge Invisalign services at Ykim Dental are a great option.
We offer comprehensive teen braces in our dentist office in Woodbridge, VA and adult braces to correct bite problems and give you a straighter smile. Our Invisalign services can address numerous dental alignment problems, ranging from mild tooth gaps to crowded teeth and more. We'll personalize your treatment and help you achieve a smile that's straighter, healthier, and a boost to your confidence. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.
CALL US: (434) 533-8120 REQUEST APPOINTMENT
What Can Invisalign Do?
Invisalign trays are effective at correcting mild to moderate dental alignment problems in teens and adults. Here are some of the issues you can treat with Invisalign clear aligners:
- Crooked teeth
- Crowding
- Gaps between teeth
- Overbite
- Underbites
While Invisalign treatment is ideal for mild to moderate issues, it may not be the right choice for every smile. If you have severe orthodontic problems or Invisalign is not a good fit for your situation, our dentist may recommend conventional braces or refer you to a trusted orthodontist.
5 Benefits of Invisalign Over Traditional Braces
Invisalign clear aligners offer convenience and efficiency when treating orthodontic issues. Here are five top benefits you can expect with Invisalign:
- Comfort: Invisalign consists of custom trays that perfectly fit over your teeth. They also do not pose any risk of injury or irritation because they have no brackets or wires.
- Aesthetics and Discretion: Invisalign trays consist of a clear plastic that is barely visible. It preserves your smile aesthetics during treatment and is excellent for you if you feel shy or embarrassed wearing braces.
- Removable: You can remove Invisalign whenever you need to, including when eating or cleaning your teeth. As such, you don't have to change your diet during treatment.
- Quick Results: You can start seeing results early on in treatment as your teeth gradually shift to the desired position. Also, depending on your specific condition, you can complete your treatment within 1-2 years, unlike traditional braces, which can take significantly longer.
- Fewer Dentist Visits: Traditional braces require frequent dental visits for monitoring, tightening, and replacements. With Invisalign, you only need to go to the dentists for monitoring visits, which are far less frequent, saving you time and money.
How Does the Invisalign Process Work?
When you visit our practice in Woodbridge for Invisalign services, we start your treatment with a thorough oral evaluation. The assessment enables us to get the full scope of your orthodontic needs and establish whether Invisalign treatment is appropriate for you.
Once we confirm your eligibility, our team will take detailed images of your teeth using iTero® scanners to create your custom trays. Once your aligners are ready, our dentist will give you instructions for wearing and maintaining them for the best results. You will need to wear the Invisalign aligners for at least 22 hours a day.
As your bite improves, you will continually change to a new set of trays to advance your bite until you get the results you've been looking for. Our dentist will also monitor your treatment progress at periodic visits. The complete treatment time will depend on your specific situation, with the average length ranging from 12-18 months.
Invisalign FAQs
We understand that Invisalign is a unique treatment, and you probably have questions. Here are some of the most common questions we receive in our office for your convenience.
No. Invisalign treatment is non-invasive and gentle. Although you may experience some discomfort and mild pressure the first few days you start wearing aligners, it will reduce once you get used to them.
Here are tips for taking care of your Invisalign custom trays.
- Clean the aligners regularly, preferably when brushing your teeth in the morning and evening.
- Use a soft brush and a little toothpaste to remove food particles and prevent discoloration. Our dentist will recommend the best cleaning products for your aligners.
- Maintain proper hygiene and always rinse your mouth as well as the aligners before wearing them.
- Since the aligners are plastic, do not use hot water to clean them.
- Soak your Invisalign trays at least once a day to keep them smelling and looking good.
- Keep your aligners in their case to prevent damage or loss when you are not wearing them.
- Don't eat or drink anything besides water when wearing the aligners.
If you lose or damage your aligners, visit our dentist as soon as possible for a replacement. In the meantime, you can use your previous aligners to avoid losing your progress.
Improve Your Smile With Invisalign Services in Woodbridge
If you've been hiding your smile due to crooked or overcrowded teeth, now is the right time to get your smile back. At Ykim Dental, our team is happy to help you achieve a functional, healthy, and straighter smile. Contact us to learn more about our Woodbridge Invisalign services.
CALL US: (434) 533-8120 REQUEST APPOINTMENT
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