Do you find yourself staring in the mirror, hoping for straighter teeth? For most,
the thought of wearing traditional braces is not appealing.
As one of Melbourne's most respected Invisalign Centres, we can offer you the most
advanced setting for Invisalign treatment. Like the many happy patients we have
treated successfully with Invisalign, you too can achieve that beautiful smile you
have always dreamt of. Please come in today or schedule an appointment to talk to
us about your invisible brace options.
See how Olympic gold medalist Leisel Jones used Invisalign to help straighten her
teeth, giving her more confidence in and out of the pool.
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten teeth without braces. Invisalign uses
a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually straighten teeth, without metal
or wires.
Invisalign before and after
How does Invisalign work?
Invisalign uses 3-D computer imaging technology to depict the complete treatment
plan from the initial position to the final desired position from which a series
of custom-made, clear "aligners" are produced. Each "aligner" moves teeth incrementally
and is worn for about two weeks, then replaced by the next in the series until the
final position is achieved.
What are the primary benefits of Invisalign?
Invisalign is clear. You can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing.
Invisalign is removable. Unlike braces, you can eat and drink what you want during
treatment. You can also brush and floss normally to maintain good oral hygiene.
Invisalign is comfortable. There are no metal brackets or wires as with braces to
cause mouth irritation, and no metal or wires means you spend less time in the doctor's
chair getting adjustments.
Invisalign allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan before you start so
you can see how your straight teeth will look when your treatment is complete.
What are aligners made of?
Aligners are made of clear, strong medical grade plastic that is virtually invisible
when worn.
What do aligners look like?
Aligners are clear and look similar to tooth-whitening trays, but are custom-made
for a better fit to move teeth. Some orthodontists and dentists have referred to
them as "contact lenses for teeth."
Is this a new way to straighten teeth?
For years, orthodontists and dentists have used removable appliances for limited
treatment. Today, with the application of computer technology and custom manufacturing,
Invisalign treats a broader range of cases with greater precision.
How old is the company?
Align Technology, Inc., the company that manufactures Invisalign, was founded in
1997. Since then, Align has manufactured over 18,000,000 aligners and over 500,000
patients have been in treatment.
How many patients are being treated with Invisalign?
Worldwide, over 500,000 patients have been treated with Invisalign. The number grows
daily.
How does Invisalign effectively move teeth?
Like brackets and arch wires are to braces, Invisalign aligners move teeth through
the appropriate placement of controlled force on the teeth. The principal difference
is that Invisalign not only controls forces, but also controls the timing of the
force application. At each stage, only certain teeth are allowed to move, and these
movements are determined by the orthodontic treatment plan for that particular stage.
This results in an efficient force delivery system.
What is Invisalign Express?
Invisalign Express is an orthodontic treatment designed to correct mild orthodontic
problems such as minor crowding and spacing. Since it's designed for mild problems
only, treatment time is generally less than six months.
Albert Square Dental are accredited Invisalign professionals.
Call today for a consultation / 9867 5555
Information is from www.invisalign.com.au
