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DTLA patients ask, “How does the Invisalign retainer work?”

  • Dr Don Mungcal
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Learn more About How Does Invisalign Work in Los Angeles, CA

Throughout downtown Los Angeles and across the country, dental patients are discovering about the Invisalign treatment system to straighten crooked or misaligned teeth. Many patients are intrigued by the clear alignment trays and the opportunity to avoid the appearance of braces. However, others are unsure about how the retainers work after Invisalign and if this treatment could work for them.

Determining if you’re a candidate for Invisalign can only be accomplished through a consultation with a dentist. Although some patients may have alignment issues that are too severe to be corrected with Invisalign, most patients will achieve the results they want without the appearance of metal braces.

The Invisalign system is essentially a series of clear alignment trays that gently shift the teeth into proper position. Each tray is worn for two weeks, moving the teeth a little bit with each progressive tray until the desired position has been reached. Patients using Invisalign avoid the pain and inconvenience of monthly tightening appointments that individuals with traditional braces must undergo. The treatment process is relatively painless, although some patients report feeling some tightness on the days immediately after changing to a new tray.

The aligners must be worn for 20 to 22 hours each day, but they can be removed for eating, brushing, and even the occasional important business meeting or social function. The exact length of treatment varies. On average, patients use the alignment trays for 12 months. The aligners are easy to use and easy to care for. Simply brushing them when you brush your teeth is a great way to keep them clean and free of bacteria.

Once you’ve achieved the smile you want, your dentist may recommend a retainer to keep your teeth in place. This may be a traditional retainer worn at night while you sleep, or a similar plastic retainer. Only your dentist can tell you for sure what your post-treatment care will require.

If you are ready to improve the appearance of your smile, call Downtown Dental to schedule an appointment. A year from now, you could have a brand new smile!

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  • Dr. Ivan Chan

    Dr. Ivan Chan

As the cornerstone and founder of Downtown Dental, Dr. Don Mungcal is a proactive and exceptionally talented dentist who is determined to contribute to the health and wellbeing of his community by attending to their dental care needs.

With over 28 years of experience and service, Dr. Mungcal makes it his responsibility to be the best version of himself by being his patients’ go-to point for any and all dental concerns. In addition to being meticulous in his work ethic, he is also an individual who understands development and change. He updates and informs himself constantly through various continuous educational programs that he undertakes. He also invests in the latest state-of-the-art technology to provide world-class dental services.

Dr. Mungcal graduated from UCLA and the University of the Pacific Dental School and is presently a member of several acclaimed medical associations, including the California Dental Society.

Dr. Tara Mavadat was always passionate about dentistry and is committed to helping patients achieve excellent oral health and beautiful smiles that last long. Having earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, she focuses on comprehensive general dentistry with an emphasis on preventive dentistry. Her primary goals are to provide comfort and quality as well as exceptional esthetic outcomes to every patient.

Dr. Ivan Chan is enthusiastic about dentistry and his patients' oral health and is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care. He is a highly skilled dentist who received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry.

Dr. Chan has extensive training in general dentistry. He focuses on creating lasting smiles while attempting to prevent gum disease and cavities. He looks forward to assisting you with all your needs while assuring you that your trust is always in good hands, regardless of your needs!

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