Invisalign in Concord, NC

Invisalign® is a smooth, clear aligner system designed to help you get a straighter smile without the look or feel of traditional metal braces. These aligners are virtually invisible and completely removable, making it easy to eat, chew, and smile comfortably.

Here is what your treatment journey with Invisalign® will look like:

• Initial consultation: The first step is a friendly conversation with our team of experts. Our team takes a close look at your teeth and lets you know whether Invisalign® is the right option for you.
• Digital x-rays: Once we decide that Invisalign® is the right option for you, we will take precise digital x-rays of your teeth.
• Creating a customized treatment plan: We begin creating a series of clear aligners based on the scans. You will also get a preview of how your teeth are expected to move, so you know what to expect at each stage of the treatment.
• Using the aligners: Once your aligners are ready, we walk you through how to wear and care for them. Each set of aligners needs to be worn for 20-22 hours a day and replaced every 1-2 weeks.
• Follow-up consultations: Periodic check-ins with our team help make sure everything moves smoothly.

• iTero® digital scanning: iTero®'s proprietary digital scanning software is available at our Concord office, enabling us to quickly capture precise, three-dimensional images of your teeth.
• ClinCheck® visualization: Using ClinCheck®, we can determine how each tooth would move with aligners, helping us decide on aligner progression and placement. The software also helps us map out every stage of the treatment.
• SmartTrack™ material: Your clear aligners are crafted from patented SmartTrack™ material, designed for a snug, gentle fit that prioritizes your comfort.

Pros:

• Discreet appearance: Invisalign® aligners are virtually invisible, making them popular options for people who want a discreet look.
• Easy removability: The aligners can be removed easily when you want to eat, drink, brush, or floss. Unlike traditional metal braces, you do not need to follow any dietary restrictions.
• Comfort: Aligners are made of smooth plastic, unlike metal braces, whose sharp wires often cause irritation and soreness in the mouth.

Cons:

• Daily wear commitment: The aligners must be worn 20 to 22 hours per day to achieve optimal results.
• Unsuitability for complex cases: They work well for mild-to-moderate spacing or crowding, but severe bite or jaw alignment issues require traditional braces.
• Removal hassle: You must remove them whenever you consume anything other than water, and brush your teeth before putting them back in to prevent stains and cavities.
• Temporary speech issues: Some patients may experience a brief lisp or minor speech adjustments during the first few days.

Invisalign® for teens and adults is similar in the materials used and the number of hours required to wear them, but differs in design. Aligners for teens include small blue indicator dots that fade over time, helping parents and dentists track usage; adult aligners lack this feature. Teen aligners feature special tabs to accommodate teeth that have not yet fully emerged, whereas adult aligners are built for fully developed teeth.