NEW! Ask your dentist about "Invisalign for Teens"
Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten your teeth without braces, using a series of clear removable aligners to straighten your teeth without metal wires or brackets. You wear each set of clear invisible aligners for about 2 weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move - little by little, week by week - until they have straightened to the final position your orthodontist or dentist has prescribed. You'll visit your orthodontist or dentist about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
Total treatment time averages 9-15 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.
How Does Invisalign Work?
An Invisalign trained dentist will utilize 3D computer imaging technology to demonstrate the complete treatment plan from the initial position to the final desired position. This imaging technology is then used to design an individualized series of custom-made aligners. The patient wears the aligner for about two weeks while the teeth move incrementally. After two weeks, the current aligner is replaced with the next one until the final position is achieved.
What do aligners look like?
Aligners are clear and nearly invisible, and are sometimes referred to as invisible braces, hidden braces, or clear braces. If you've ever seen clear tooth-whitening trays, that should give you a good idea what the aligners look like. Invisalign aligners are custom made to fit and move your teeth.
Will the treatment be painful?
Each time you change to a new aligner, there may be some temporary discomfort while your teeth adjust to their new position. It is completely normal and is a good sign that the treatment is working.
Will wearing Invisalign Aligners affect my speech?
Some people are affected more than others, but most adjust in a short period of time to the feeling of the aligners and do not have permanent changes in their speech.
How often will I have to wear my aligners?
Invisalign only works while you're wearing the aligners. It's recommended that you wear your aligners full-time, day and night, except to eat, brush and floss your teeth.
How much does Invisalign cost?
Cost is always a concern, and only your doctor can determine the price of treatment. It is typically in the same range as ordinary metal braces, ranging from $3,000 up to $5,000 or more.
Does Invisalign really work?
Yes. In orthodontic and dental practices nationwide, Invisalign has been proven effective at straightening teeth. Nine out of ten patients are "very satisfied" with their Invisalign experience.
Does insurance cover Invisalign?
Any insurance plan that covers orthodontics should cover Invisalign.
What is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is the art of creating a beautiful smile makeover. Dentists will use porcelain veneers, Invisalign hidden braces, dental bridges, dental crowns, teeth whitening, and bonding to achieve incredible smile makeovers. Contact a dentist to find out what alternatives are available for you.
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Body Beautiful Expo Offers Consumers Inside Access To Board Certified Plastic Surgeons - Body Beautiful, “The Ultimate Cosmetic Surgery Expo,” celebrates the ever-growing popularity of cosmetic enhancement as it unites the worlds of cosmetic surgery, beauty, and more at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on Friday, September 28, and Saturday, September 29, 2007. This unique event features exhibitors from the leaders in cosmetic surgery and dentistry, laser procedures, weight loss, lasik eye surgery, skincare, pharmaceuticals and salons, among others. Consumers can consult one-on-one in an intimate environment with board certified plastic surgeons and a multitude of other pros.
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Top Cosmetic Procedures for Men in 2006 - Nearly 11 million surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures were done in the United States last year, up 7 percent from 2005, says the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). About 1 million men got cosmetic procedures in 2006. That's up 8 percent since 2000, but down 7 percent from 2005, notes the ASPS.
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