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Invisalign braces ideal for the older downtown LA patient

  • Dr Don Mungcal
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For decades, braces were a form of treatment you would most commonly see on a teenager. Kids would be seen sporting metal brackets and wires, completing this awkward rite of passage into adulthood. Today, braces are used on patients of all ages, even well into adulthood. People who you may typically think of as addressing dental needs with dental bridges or dentures are now visiting their dentist for braces.

Orthodontic treatment is more convenient and comfortable than pulling teeth or getting used to a denture appliance. The forms of braces available today create a more private treatment experience than has ever been possible. Today, people can straighten their teeth without having to show a mouthful of metal. Now, we are able to keep our treatment discreet, using methods like Invisalign instead of standard braces. In our downtown LA dental office, we believe that getting older does not equate to not caring about your appearance. We serve patients of various ages with state-of-the-art Invisalign with great success.

We live in a time when seniors are maintaining a greater degree of activity. It remains important, regardless of whether you are still active in a professional career, to feel good about your overall appearance. Part of this is having confidence in your smile, which is one of the first things people will notice about you. As we age, our oral structure may change, leaving us feeling not so great about how our teeth look. There is a solution, though – Invisalign.

The discreet appearance of Invisalign is appreciated by people of all ages. Older patients, even into their seventies, can finally feel comfortable correcting cosmetic and bite issues that they have felt embarrassed about for years. Invisalign aligners are comfortable and are barely noticed in the smile, allowing for a high amount of confidence throughout treatment.

The way we straighten teeth has changed significantly over the past several years. Today, people of all ages can bring their smiles to a more beautiful, healthy state using Invisalign. Contact our office in downtown LA for your consultation with Dr. Mungcal.

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Dr. Don Mungcal, a distinguished dentist in Los Angeles, combines over three decades of experience with a deep commitment to patient care. A UCLA graduate, he earned his dental degree with honors from the University of the Pacific Dental School in 1990. Dr. Mungcal has been recognized as a Best Dentist in Downtown by the “Los Angeles Downtown News” for four years in a row and served as an instructor at USC Dental School. As an active member of the California Dental Society, among other prestigious organizations, he continually updates his expertise through extensive continuing education.
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Dr. Alyssa Hanel is a respected dentist who specializes in comprehensive general dentistry with a focus on preventive care. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with a minor in Public Health from Muhlenberg College and earned her DDS from the renowned Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Hanel is an active member of the California Dental Association, the Western LA Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. Known for creating a welcoming environment, she partners with patients to achieve optimal dental wellness.

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