Invisalign Invisible Braces for Adults and Teens

For a long time, those clunky metallic braces were a necessary evil if you wanted to get your teeth straightened. They were uncomfortable, you couldn't eat what you wanted to, and you couldn't even brush very well. And many of us have nightmarish pictures from middle school featuring a blinding gleam from our smiles. Thankfully, there's another option for straightening your teeth now.

Invisalign braces straighten your teeth using custom removable aligners. They are made of clear, practically invisible plastic that is smooth and comfortable to wear. They can be removed for eating, brushing, and flossing. And they don't require appointments for tedious adjustments. Dr. Bogan is an Invisalign Certified Provider in Delaware, Ohio so he can help you enjoy the many benefits of these clear aligners.

The Benefits of Invisalign

The vast majority of patients who have used Invisalign feel that it's a positive, convenient method to meet their orthodontic needs. As we mentioned, there are many benefits of Invisalign over traditional braces:

• No metal wires or bands means less irritation of your cheeks and gums.
• The clear plastic means that most people don't even notice you have braces on.
• You don't need to come in for any uncomfortable tightening or adjustments - you just pop on a new aligner every two weeks.
• Your aligners can be removed for eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing - this means that not only will you be able to have better oral health, but there won't be limitations on what sorts of food you can eat.
• Invisalign braces effectively tackle a wide variety of orthodontic problems in the same way metal braces do.
• You spend less time in the dentist's office because your visits are shorter and are only required every 4-6 weeks.

Who Can Get Invisalign Braces?

Almost anyone can benefit from Invisalign. They are easy to use and personalized for each patient. To begin, Dr. Bogan will take impressions and work with the Invisalign lab to create a unique series of aligner trays that will gently guide your teeth into proper alignment. Every two weeks you will switch to the next aligner until you have that perfect smile you have been searching for.

Invisalign makes specialized braces for teens to help with their unique challenges.

1. Invisalign Teen braces have small blue dots on each aligner. The dots fade after about 2 weeks of wear, letting Dr. Bogan know if they have been wearing the aligner for the proper amount of time. The goal is to have the aligner in their mouth and not their school bag.
2. They allow for adult teeth to settle into place over time by providing spacers in the aligners.
3. Parents can order up to six free replacement aligners in the event that their child loses or breaks their aligner.

At North Orange Family Dentistry, we are fully committed to helping you have the best smile possible. We will be happy to discuss whether Invisalign invisible braces are right for you or your teen. Request an appointment today.