Invisalign® Clear Braces in Elk Grove, CA

Are you one of many adults who puts off orthodontic treatment because you don't want metal braces? If your goal is a straighter, more even smile without wires and metal brackets. Invisalign® clear aligners are the solution!

Our dentists in Elk Grove, CA, would love to help you discover your best smile with Invisalign. If you're bothered by teeth that are crowded, crooked, or unevenly spaced, clear aligners can give you the straight, confident smile you desire. 

Straight Teeth Are Healthy Teeth

Many people seek orthodontic treatment to improve the appearance of misaligned teeth. However, crooked teeth affect more than your smile's aesthetics; they also impact your oral health.

Without orthodontic treatment, crooked or crowded teeth can eventually cause more complicated oral health problems. For example, overcrowded teeth packed tightly together are difficult to brush and floss properly, leading to decay and gum disease. A misaligned bite is an orthodontic problem that can lead to premature tooth wear and chipped, cracked, or broken teeth.

Initial Evaluation

Your dentist will examine your mouth and take x-rays to determine if Invisalign's right for you. While clear aligners address most orthodontic issues, they aren't effective for severely rotated teeth or serious bite issues. In these cases, traditional braces would be the appropriate solution.

Invisalign Treatment Planning

If Invisalign is right for you, the next step is planning your treatment. Your dentist uses an intraoral scanner to take comfortable digital impressions to produce a virtual 3-D model of your teeth. 

Using specialized software, your dentist carefully plans how your teeth will move through each stage of treatment. Based on your custom treatment plan, an Invisalign lab prepare the appropriate number of sets to take you through treatment. 

Your dentist carefully calibrates each set to gently move your teeth, millimeter by millimeter, to achieve the desired results.

How to Wear Clear Aligners

Compliance is the key to successful Invisalign treatment. Your goal should be to wear your aligners 22 hours daily for two weeks, then switch to the next set. After wearing several sets, you should notice a subtle improvement in your smile.

The longer you wear your aligners daily, the faster you will complete treatment. Taking them out for long periods slows treatment and can undo the progress you've already made.

During treatment, you'll check in with our Invisalign dentist every 4–6 weeks so we can check on your progress and give you your next sets of aligners. Treatment is finished when you've worn all the aligners, and your smile is straight and beautiful.

Get Started with Invisalign in Elk Grove, CA!

If you want to see if you're a good Invisalign candidate, we invite you to call Laguna Springs Dental to schedule an appointment. We look forward to helping you achieve your smile goals!