Orthodontic Treatment With Invisalign

Invisalign clear aligners are made of almost invisible polyurethane plastic, providing a discreet form of orthodontic treatment. Rather than being cemented or bonded to the teeth as metal or clear braces are, these clear aligners fit over the teeth and can be removed. 

Here are the advantages of the Invisalign system:

• Improved Oral Hygiene — With an orthodontic appliance that is removable, you will be able to clean your teeth much more easily than if you were wearing affixed metal braces.
• Flexibility — For important social occasions, for eating, and, most importantly, for tooth brushing and flossing, Invisalign clear aligners can be easily taken off your teeth. It is important to note, this advantage can also be a disadvantage - you must resist the temptation to take your aligners out more than is advised.

Invisalign clear aligners work the same way traditional braces do: by applying carefully controlled forces to teeth to move them into a better position. 

Specialized computer software helps Dr. Kattner and his team design a plan for moving your teeth from their current positions into the best possible alignment. This movement will be broken down into about several dozen stages. For each stage, the Invisalign company will manufacture two plastic mouth "trays" or "aligners," one to fit over your top teeth and one for the bottom. You will wear this first set of trays for two weeks, for a minimum of 20 hours per day. You will then move on to the next set of aligners in your series to accomplish the next stage of gradual movement. You will keep doing this until your teeth are correctly aligned.

Clear aligner technology has been improving over the years and can correct many malocclusions that once would have been too complicated for this form of treatment. If you'd like to find out if you're a candidate for Invisalign treatment, contact our Waukegan office to book an appointment. Our expert orthodontic staff would be happy to discuss the details of Invisalign treatment with you and conduct an examination to see if Invisalign is a viable treatment option for your orthodontic needs. We are also on hand to answer any questions you have about Invisalign clear aligners. We hope to hear from you soon and help you achieve a better smile effectively and discreetly with Invisalign!