Traditional braces are an age-old orthodontic treatment pivotal in correcting crooked teeth, crowded teeth, and misaligned bites. Unfortunately, most people find metal braces uncomfortable But if you are nervous about traditional braces, at Downtown Dental in Los Angeles, we provide Invisalign treatment to straighten your smile using clear custom trays instead of wires and brackets.
But is Invisalign treatment perfect for everyone? We are glad you asked. Dr. Mungcal and our associate doctors have helped countless patients start treatment with clear braces/clear aligners!
Am I a candidate for Invisalign treatment?
Before answering the question, let’s look at how Invisalign works. Invisalign treatment uses clear plastic trays that reposition your teeth gently and discreetly. Using digital images of your teeth, Invisalign (the company itself) designs a series of custom-made braces to align your teeth. Every two weeks, you change your trays and this is how your teeth continue to shift towards your new smile!
Patients with specific orthodontic issues
You will be surprised that Invisalign treatment can fix so many orthodontic challenges, just like traditional braces. Below are the common issues treatable by minimally visible clear braces.
- Crowded teeth
- Crooked teeth
- Snaggle teeth
- Underbite (upper teeth bite BEHIND the lower teeth)
- Crossbite (when the upper and lower teeth bite askew)
- Overbite (upper teeth bite way in front of the lower teeth)
- Minor gaps between teeth
While Invisalign for teeth can fix the above dental issues, we recommend other orthodontic procedures if the problems are severe.
Adults and teens
We recommend clear braces for older teens and adults because their teeth and jaws have stopped growing. Besides, children could be undedicated to Invisalign treatment, impeding the success rate of the treatment.
Persons with good oral health
If you have active gum disease, we require gum treatment first before commencing with Invisalign treatment. Gum disease usually means reduced bone density which means your teeth will not move properly.
Schedule a consultation with an Invisalign dentist
Would you like to find out if you are a perfect candidate for Invisalign treatment? Please dial 213-863-9464 to schedule a consultation with Downtown Dental of Los Angeles, CA.
