Invisalign aligners are clear, plastic trays custom-fit to your teeth-straightening plan. You wear them for 20 to 22 hours per day.
The Invisalign process starts with a consultation with Dr. Marino to make sure the aligner system will help you reach your smile goals. He creates your unique digital plan that predicts the gradual movements of your teeth as you wear the aligners. He takes a 3-D model of your smile, which goes to an Invisalign lab where your custom aligners are created. When the aligners come in, you wear each one for a week and then switch to a new set to accommodate the progressive changes happening to your bite.
Invisalign offers numerous advantages, especially when compared with metal braces. They’re transparent, so most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them. Other advantages include:
You can remove the aligners for special occasions and to keep up with optimal oral hygiene, which is a chore with braces. The aligners are custom-trimmed to fit your gum line, keeping the aligners out of sight and not irritating your gums.
Invisalign treatments correct smiles with a variety of problems, including:
Dr. Marino maps out your smile goal and how the aligners will gradually make it happen. On average, the Invisalign treatment takes 12-18 months. Adults and teens benefit from treatment.
Rinse the aligners each night when you brush and floss your teeth and before placing them back into your mouth for bed. You’ll be scheduled for check-in appointments every 4-6 weeks to make sure the aligners are doing their job.
Invisalign aligners are crafted from a patented material called SmartTrack®. It’s more comfortable than copycat brands and fits your smile better.
If you desire a straighter smile that you’ll be proud to flash, contact Dr. Marino to learn more about Invisalign. Call or book a consultation online today.
John A. Marino, DDS
5105-I Backlick Road
Annandale, VA 22003
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