Straighten Teeth Without Braces

If you have crooked teeth or dentition with large spaces in between, you may have been teased about your abnormal occlusion growing up. As we get older, we think that we have to kiss our dream of straighter teeth goodbye. Many patients think that orthodontic treatments are exclusively for teenagers. That is not entirely true. Sure, many start their foray to straighter teeth at a younger age because our supporting structures are more pliable at this period.

For patients who do not wish to undergo traditional orthodontic treatment, Invisalign in Long Island NY is a great alternative. Your journey begins with a consultation with our experienced Invisalign provider. In order to assess your bite, an impression of your teeth will be made. After which, a computer generated Invisalign machine will study your occlusion and create a series of clear aligners to fix the abnormalities.

Extractions may be necessary for patients with large dentition and small jaws prior to beginning treatment, especially if the teeth exhibit severe crowding. Invisalign therapy can also be utilized on relapsed bites of people who had braces but failed to wear their follow-up appliances religiously. On average, a treatment will usually consist of 18 to 25 clear trays or aligners. The patient will be asked to wear the appliance all day, except during meals.

Patients are advised to remove the Invisalign trays while drinking beverages that can lead to staining. The trays should be removed when drinking tea, coffee, red wine and juices that contain high amounts of artificial coloring. Your orthodontist will advise you to change the tray approximately every two weeks. The slow and gentle movement caused by the aligner will cause the teeth to move into the desired position.

Many patients have reported seeing a drastic improvement somewhere between the 7^th to 12^th set of trays. Older individuals with normal alveolar bone density are also candidates for Invisalign treatment. Give yourself a reason to smile. Contact Newman Orthodontics at 516-626-2060 and ask about how this clear breakthrough in technology can transform your smile.