Orthodontics & Invisalign
Orthodontics involves movement of teeth. It can be used to a few teeth or improve the position and occlusion (bite) of your entire mouth.
Traditionally, Orthodontics has involved bands, brackets and wires to place forces on teeth and move them into an improved position. Recent technology has allowed us to move teeth without the metal “braces” that we have come to expect.
Although our office occasionally uses traditional Orthodontic techniques and works in a team relationship with select Orthodontists, in recent years we have used Invisalign® as our first option for most of our adult patients who desire an improved position of their teeth.
Invisalign® (and other clear aligner products) can be used to move teeth with clear, almost invisible appliances that are computer designed and constructed. After taking impressions or scans of your existing teeth, a series of “aligners” are constructed that will gradually move your teeth into the desired position over time.
All of the procedure photos are of our actual patients.
BEFORE : Overlapped, Discolored Teeth
AFTER : Invisalign® and Bleaching only
Straight, Bright Smile !
Three great reasons Invisalign® might be for you :
Since they are almost invisible, so you can wear them in public without the appearance of traditional metal brackets and wires.
They can be removed to clean your teeth and to eat. This makes hygiene during the process much easier and less time consuming.
For many patients, you can use the aligners to bleach your teeth while they are moving into improved position. That way, your smile can be straighter and brighter when you finish the process.
Once the aligners are placed, they are virtually invisible, and can easily be removed for eating and oral hygiene.
Invest in your smile,
Invest in yourself.
In many cases, Invisalign® takes no longer than traditional braces, with most of our patients completing treatment in well under a year. Afterward, like traditional orthodontics, it is advised to wear retainers to help insure that your bite and smile will stay as ideal as possible for many years.
Sometimes a combination of tooth movement and other cosmetic procedures may be necessary to achieve your goals. Experienced Cosmetic Dentists like Drs. Linda and Chip Steel can help you decide on the best plan for your individual needs.
If you think you might be interested in improving your smile through Invisalign® or just want to talk to us about your options, please contact our dental office in the Ashton-Sandy Spring area of Montgomery County, Maryland.
A beautiful smile could be a gateway to the best things in life
Finding your perfect job, meeting the perfect mate or just feeling good when you look in the mirror. Sometimes, it all starts with a great smile!