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You don’t have to get metal braces to straighten your teeth anymore! With Invisalign, you can fix your crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth using a treatment that no one around you will notice. The only thing they’ll see are your beautiful results! Dr. Ramsay has already used Invisalign to create hundreds of perfectly aligned smiles discreetly and effectively, and she can do the exact same for you. To learn more and schedule a consultation to discuss Invisalign clear aligners in McMinnville, OR, contact us today.
With Invisalign, all a patient has to do is wear a series of clear plastic aligner trays that slowly bring their teeth into a more attractive and functional orientation. The trays themselves practically disappear when worn, so you’ll be able to maintain your regular appearance throughout treatment. Invisalign is removable as well, so there are no diet restrictions unlike with regular braces, plus you’ll be able to brush your teeth normally. In as little as 12-18 months, you’ll see a beautifully straight smile in the mirror!
Dr. Ramsay is a certified Invisalign provider, which means she’s completed advanced training in utilizing Invisalign to achieve beautiful results without metal braces. With this revolutionary orthodontic treatment, she can help patients correct several issues, like crowded teeth and open bites. To learn more on the topic, read on!
Not only can crooked teeth negatively impact your self-esteem, but they can easily trap plaque, bacteria, and food particles. This is a problem because, if they are left between your teeth, this raises your risk of oral health problems like tooth decay and gum disease. Before you worry, there’s some good news: when you straighten your teeth in McMinnville with Invisalign, you’ll achieve a prettier, healthier smile.
Unfortunately, too much space between teeth is just as problematic as crowded teeth. After all, it’s just as easy for food, plaque, bacteria, and other debris to get trapped. Again, there’s some good news: Invisalign can fix gapped teeth, improving your self-esteem and protecting your teeth from chips and cracks in the process. You’ll see the progress every step of the way too because the aligners are metal-free!
Although you want your upper teeth to sit in front of your bottom teeth, you don’t want there to be a significant space between the two. If this exists, then chronic jaw pain, TMJ dysfunction, and premature wear and tear on your teeth are concerns. That’s why we recommend coming in for a consultation to see if you’re a candidate for Invisalign! If you are, then we can improve the alignment of your bite (as well as the alignment of your teeth) with smooth, discreet aligners.
An underbite is the opposite problem: when your lower teeth sit in front of your upper ones. Even in minor cases, this orthodontic issue places immense pressure on your jaw, resulting in problems like inflammation and chronic pain. Fortunately, rubber bands, buttons, and other accessories can be added to your custom treatment plan if you’re a candidate for Invisalign. The final result will be a smile that looks, feels, and functions beautifully.
A crossbite is when some of your bottom teeth sit in front of your top teeth and vice versa. Again, there are a few potential issues with this bite problem, including premature wear and chronic jaw pain. Luckily, Invisalign is also capable of handling mild and moderate cases, all with their clear, comfortable aligners. One of the best parts of this orthodontic treatment is that the average treatment timeline is only 12-18 months too!
Even in mild cases, an open bite can lead to uneven wear and tear on your teeth and sore jaw joints. It can also lead to TMJ disorder. Thankfully, Invisalign can help correct your jaw as well as your smile. So, don’t hesitate to reach out to us to find out if you’re a candidate!
Just as no two smiles are the same, no two Invisalign treatments will be exactly alike. There are a variety of factors that influence both the cost and timeline of straightening your teeth. Some dental insurance policies cover at least a portion of orthodontic treatment, so feel free to bring your paperwork with you, and we’ll help maximize your benefits and lower your cost.
It’s also important to keep in mind that how often you wear your aligners plays a key role in the length and expenses of your treatment. If you wear them for less than 20-22 hours every day, your teeth will begin to shift out of place again and reverse your progress. Not only will this make wearing your aligners more uncomfortable, but it will extend your treatment timeline and increase the cost of Invisalign in McMinnville. To better understand the various factors included in your overall estimate and what you can do to make these clear aligners affordable, review the following information and contact our office to schedule an appointment.
Your Invisalign treatment will look far different than the one your friend or colleague completed. Why? Because it’s impossible for this type of customizable service to be the same for everyone. There are too many factors that can make this unique system more or less expensive, which is why an initial consultation with Dr. Ramsay is necessary. During your visit, she will consider the following before crafting a thorough and clear estimate:
Smile Direct Club is an enticing way to straighten your smile. After all, it can be hard to turn down treatment that will only run, on average, around $2,000. When compared to the $3,000-$8,000 with Invisalign, it’s no wonder Smile Direct Club is a popular option. However, before you decide to pursue one of these do-it-yourself (DIY) systems, you should know why it’s better to choose Invisalign:
By choosing Invisalign from the start, you can avoid the potential for problems because of the knowledgeable and skilled professional overseeing your treatment. From your initial consultation to the final day of your Invisalign treatment, you will have our team at Evans Street Dental right by your side making sure you are pleased with your results.
It is possible to receive coverage for Invisalign; however, it depends on your individual plan. While many insurance companies offer up to 50% coverage for orthodontics, some have exclusions and stipulations you must abide by (i.e., orthodontics are covered at 50% for children 18 and under). It is important that you or a member of our team review your policy to identify if there will be any issues filing a claim for your Invisalign treatment. If you have a flexible savings account (FSA), make sure to use your available funds toward your clear aligners, as this will help to lower your expenses.
If you want to find ways to make Invisalign more affordable, you’ll be pleased to know that at Evans Street Dental, we work closely with CareCredit and gladly accept payment through their monthly payment system. Offering low and no interest financing, you can easily manage your budget and achieve a straighter, healthier smile. By enrolling in a program that makes it possible to pay off your treatment with easy, monthly installments, you can feel more confident in your decision to choose Invisalign.
When you come in for your consultation for Invisalign in McMinnville, we’ll fully explain how to wear and care for your aligners as well as answer any questions or concerns you may have. Typically, we’ll recommend that you keep in mind a few simple tips like:
It’s important that you always keep your Invisalign trays in their protective case when not wearing them. However, should you accidentally damage or lose one or both of your aligners, you’ll need to contact our office as soon as possible. You’ll also want to retrieve your previous set of aligners to avoid a more extensive delay in treatment. Once we’ve evaluated the status of your teeth, we will either have you move on to the next set in the series or have replacement aligners created for you.
While it is true that you can purchase the Invisalign Cleaning Crystals system to keep your trays free of bacteria and harmful particles, you can also save a bit of money and use items you probably already have at home.
To ensure the most effective clean, simply keep these tips in mind:
Once you receive your first set of Invisalign trays, it is not uncommon to develop a slight lisp. Your mouth needs to adjust to the new appliance inside it but do not worry, as this will only last a short time. You can hurry the adjustment period by speaking slowly and/or reading or singing loudly. Although it may be more of an annoyance in the beginning, it will quickly go away.
Anytime you choose orthodontic treatment to straighten your teeth, you can expect there to be some level of soreness and discomfort in the beginning. While this is certainly true to metal braces, the same can be said for Invisalign, too. Naturally, these clear aligners will need to apply just enough pressure to gently move your teeth. As a result, you will likely experience some slight discomfort. Fortunately, with an over-the-counter pain reliever, this temporary pain will go away. You may feel some soreness each time you switch to a new tray as well, but it should only last a short time before you’re back to feeling completely normal.
Yes, most patients who complete Invisalign treatment need a retainer. The reason is that your teeth will not be fixed in their new location for some time. To keep them in their present place, you will need to wear a retainer. This will prevent them from shifting back into their original position and essentially undoing all your hard and costly work.