Invisalign 101: All You Need to Know

If you are looking into Invisalign to align your teeth and perfect your smile, understanding the process can help you achieve the best possible results. The world’s leading clear aligner system, proudly offered by Bridget Singh, DDS, offers a nearly invisible alternative to metal braces, transforming your care. Dr. Singh and her patient-centered team are committed to providing you with exceptional results and a patient experience that exceeds your expectations.

What Is Invisalign?

Invisalign by Align Technology is an innovative orthodontic system that uses clear, removable aligners to gently and precisely shift your teeth into position over time. Your aligners are crafted just for you and are replaced every week or two to keep your teeth moving following your custom treatment plan.

Invisalign is ideal for most teens and adults wanting to align their teeth without the hassle of metal braces. The innovative clear aligner system can address a range of mild to complex orthodontic concerns, including misaligned, gapped, and crowded teeth, as well as problems with the bite.

What Is the Invisalign Process?

Dr. Singh will start by capturing 3D models of your teeth using our cutting-edge iTero digital scanner to create your custom treatment plan, outlining the precise movement of your teeth over time and the expected length of your treatment. We’ll even show you a preview of your new smile, so you know what to expect.

Once your aligners are ready, we’ll explain how to use them and care for them. You’ll need to wear them 20 to 22 hours a day, taking them out only to eat all the foods you love, drink your favorite beverage, and brush and floss your teeth. As you swap your aligners for the next in the series, you’ll see your teeth gradually move into position. Periodic appointments will allow us to monitor your progress and make any needed adjustments to your treatment plan.

After achieving your desired results, we will provide you with custom retainers to ensure your teeth do not move back out of alignment.

What Are the Benefits of Invisalign?

Invisalign continues to grow in popularity, and the following are some reasons why:

• Discreet: Your Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible, allowing you to align your teeth without anyone noticing a change in your smile.
• Predictable: The proprietary SmartTrack material and SmartForce features apply the right amount of force where needed, moving your teeth into place with incredible precision.
• Comfortable: Each set of aligners is custom-made to fit your smile and comes with a smooth finish and no sharp wires or brackets that may irritate your mouth.
• Convenient: Simply remove your aligners to eat all the foods you love without restriction, drink, brush, and floss as you normally would, or when you have a special occasion.
• Faster: For many patients, Invisalign can achieve results up to 50% faster than metal braces, depending on the complexity of your case.
• Better Oral Health: Straighter teeth are easier to clean, which means a reduced risk of cavities, gum disease, and other oral health concerns down the road.
• Confidence Boost: As your smile transforms, so does your confidence, and with Invisalign, you’ll be eager to show it off every step of the way.

Invisalign Near Me in Seattle, WA

If you would like to learn more about aligning your smile with Invisalign, contact Bridget Singh, DDS, to schedule a consultation. Dr. Singh and her patient-friendly team are committed to offering the latest innovations in dental technology to provide our valued patients with a new level of care. We invite you to schedule your consultation by using this link or by calling our Seattle office at 206-399-3775.