Modern families are busy. Work, school, hobbies and sports, and spending quality time together, in addition to all the tasks required for running a household, leaves few moments in a day for much else. If you’ve postponed straightening your teeth (orthodontics) due to lack of time, you need to explore Invisalign. The comfortable, clear, removable “braces” provide conveniences and benefits never before offered during orthodontic treatment. Invisalign is perfect for busy moms, dads, and teens.
At Thomas F. Brown, DDS Family & Sedation Dentistry, our reputable team of dentists includes certified Invisalign providers. This means, you and your loved ones may finally have time for orthodontic treatment amidst your crazy schedules. Call us in Naperville today at (630) 283-1851 to reserve your consultation, and learn how Invisalign can improve your smile quickly, discreetly, and comfortably.
Invisalign: Designed for Active Lifestyles
Instead of brackets and wires that attach to teeth, Invisalign relies on clear acrylic aligners, or oral appliances, placed over the teeth. You’ll have no brackets and wires that may break, nor will you be subject to the painful mouth sores caused by rubbing and poking of these hard components on oral tissues. You also won’t have to fuss with rubber bands, a common component of traditional braces.
The simple act of wearing Invisalign is more comfortable than wearing braces; many patients forget they have their aligners in place during the day.
Simply wear each Invisalign aligner in your custom-made series for about two weeks, then move to the next. Discard old aligners. While a new aligner will feel tight at first, as your teeth shift it will become looser. Invisalign treatment takes 9 to 18 months in most cases, whereas traditional braces can easily take two years. And though each case varies, in general, shorter treatment time means less hassle!
Invisalign for Professionals, Parents, & Teens
Avoid the immature look of wearing metal braces by opting for Invisalign. Clear, removable aligners are barely noticeable, so you can keep your sophisticated image and professional confidence, even during orthodontic treatment. If a special meeting or speaking engagement arises, remove your Invisalign aligner temporarily.
Key Benefits of Invisalign
- Fewer in-office visits
- Shorter visits
- Clean, discrete appearance
- No metal or rubber bands/mouth sores
- Removable (easy on/off)
- Easy to clean and care for
- Shorter treatment time than braces
- Improved appearance
- Straighter teeth are easier to clean
About Invisalign Teen
The makers of Invisalign aimed to create a teen-focused, parent-friendly “clear braces” option with Invisalign Teen, so expect these apt perks:
Blue Dot Technology
On each Invisalign Teen aligner, a blue dot exists to take all speculation out of compliance. The dot will fade with wear time, so if a patient does not wear his aligner for 22 hours a day as per the treatment plan, non-compliance will be visually evident. This helps parents and our dentists have the opportunity to encourage better compliance from teenage patients. When a patient wears aligners as instructed, treatment progresses on schedule.
Replacement Aligners
Each Invisalign Teen comes with a set number of replacement aligners, at no additional fee. Kids are notorious for losing aligners in cafeteria trash cans, locker rooms, and who-knows-where. When this inevitable moment arises in your teen’s life, there’ll be no cause for concern. Simply call our office to order your replacement aligner.
Schedule Your Visit Now
For busy parents and active teenagers, Invisalign offers a flexible, discreet way to straighten smiles while keeping up with everyday life. Call Dr. Brown’s Naperville, IL, dental office today to schedule your Invisalign consultation: (630) 283-1851. We can’t wait to help you achieve the smile of your dreams–without the hassle of wearing traditional braces.