Straightening your teeth is a big decision. Will you wear braces or clear aligners? How long will treatment take? Is straightening your teeth worth the time, effort, and cost?
Today, we'll provide the answers and an overview of how clear aligners with Invisalign work so you can make an informed decision about your smile. Here is the step-by-step process for completing Invisalign in Burnaby, BC.
#1 The Initial Consultation
Meeting with one of our dentists is the first step in determining your candidacy for Invisalign. They'll use x-rays, photos, 3-D imaging and a thorough exam to determine if clear aligners are the right treatment to help you reach your smile goals.
#2 Getting Your Aligners
When you proceed with Invisalign, our dentists will use the information gathered during your initial evaluation to create a treatment plan. Based on this plan, Invisalign then makes a series of clear plastic aligners to move your teeth.
You'll wear aligners for one to three weeks according to your treatment plan and then move on to a new set in the series. Wearing your aligners consistently throughout the day for at least 22 hours ensures you achieve your desired results on time.
#3 Periodic Visits with Your Invisalign Dentist in Burnaby
You'll check in with your dentist at Central Park Dental Clinic every few weeks to ensure your treatment progresses as planned. These visits are less frequent than they are with traditional braces because you can change your aligners at home.
#4 Retention
Once your Invisalign treatment is completed and you're enjoying your straight, beautiful smile, we'll give you retainers to wear at night while you sleep. Retainers keep your teeth from shifting out of alignment and should be worn for a lifetime.
If you'd like to learn more about clear aligners with Invisalign, contact our team at (604) 438-5261 to book an evaluation with one of our dentists.