Is Anybody a Candidate for Invisalign®?

Even if you’re somewhat familiar with Invisalign®, you might still have one big question: Is anyone a candidate for Invisalign? And, even more importantly, is it the right treatment option for you?

Let’s delve into the details with Dr. Behzad Binafard and our team of dedicated dental care specialists at Pioneer Dental Group in Norwalk, California. Below, we explore exactly what Invisalign is, how it works, and who might be a good candidate. 

The basics of Invisalign

Invisalign is an innovative, metal-free method to straighten teeth. It’s the world’s most popular alternative to metal braces — and with good reason. 

Studies show that Invisalign offers faster, more comfortable, and more predictable teeth straightening than traditional braces. With all those advantages, our team naturally chose to offer it to our patients who need orthodontics care. 

Invisalign straightens teeth using clear, custom-made aligners. Crafted from unique SmartTrack material, the aligners are flexible and comfortable to wear, but are still strong enough to gradually shift your teeth over time. 

Problems Invisalign can treat 

Invisalign can treat the same orthodontic issues that metal braces address, including: 

• Crooked teeth
• Crowded teeth
• Overbite
• Underbite
• Open bite
• Crossbite
• Gaps between teeth

If you have one or more of these orthodontic problems, you could be a good candidate for Invisalign. 

Age for Invisalign treatment 

We have patients of all ages who choose Invisalign for teeth straightening, from preteens to older adults. The main thing we like to discuss when it comes to age and Invisalign is patient compliance. 

It’s extremely important to use Invisalign based on your treatment plan. So, we like to make sure our Invisalign patients are mature enough to follow their treatment plan, and that they’re fully dedicated to seeing the process through to the end. 

Some younger kids might not be quite ready for the responsibility just yet, but we find that most patients who ask about Invisalign are well-equipped to follow their treatment plan.

Generally, in a standard Invisalign treatment plan, patients must wear their aligners for 20-22 hours a day. You can remove them to eat and brush your teeth, but they should be in your mouth otherwise. You start wearing a new set of aligners every week or two. 

Although you have to wear your aligners most of the time, they’re comfortably molded to your teeth and are virtually invisible, so Invisalign definitely doesn’t look or feel like old-fashioned braces.

The first step toward a straight smile: Invisalign consultations

Whether you’re an adult looking to enhance your smile discreetly or a teenager seeking a more comfortable orthodontic option, Invisalign aligners can help you get the results you want. Because it’s such a highly customizable method of orthodontic treatment, Invisalign can be ideal for nearly anyone who’s looking for smile enhancement. 

We’d love to explain more about Invisalign and help you decide whether it’s right for you, so contact Pioneer Dental Group today at 562-684-6179 or request your Invisalign consultation online. We look forward to helping you transform your smile and boost your confidence.