Invisalign Clear Aligners – Clarendon Hills, IL
A Clear Path to the Smile of Your Dreams
Do you think that a straighter smile is only possible with metal wires and brackets? If so, you might be hesitant to pursue orthodontic treatment because you don’t want to sport a metal mouth. Well, you’ll be happy to know that these days there are more solutions than ever before to achieve your smile goals! At Clarendon Hills Dental, we offer Invisalign to help you discreetly and comfortably move your pearly whites into proper alignment. To find out if this solution is right for you, simply keep reading or schedule a consultation today.
How Invisalign Works
Traditional braces move the teeth into their desired position by fusing brackets onto the surfaces of each tooth and using a wire to add pressure onto certain parts of your smile. Meanwhile, Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners to shift your pearly whites into their proper position. Each set is worn for at least 22 hours a day for a predetermined amount of time, usually about two weeks. Throughout your treatment, you’ll visit our office regularly for checkups to ensure everything is moving correctly.
Who Can Invisalign Help?
Invisalign is widely known for being discreet, preventing unwanted attention from being drawn to the smiles of the patients wearing the clear aligners. But that’s not the only reason it has become an incredibly popular orthodontic treatment in recent years! It also can address several common problems, including:
Crowded Teeth
Overcrowding is one of the most common concerns that patients have. If you are struggling with this orthodontic problem, then you know first-hand that it can take a serious toll on your self-esteem. It can also make it difficult to stay on top of your oral hygiene, increasing your risk of tooth decay and gum disease in the process. Fortunately, Invisalign clear aligners can guide your teeth into their properly aligned positions, giving you a smile that’s healthier and more aesthetically pleasing!
Gaps Between Teeth
Oftentimes, patients with gapped teeth have trouble smiling with confidence. But that’s not the only reason you should consider orthodontic treatment; this orthodontic problem can increase your risk of certain oral health issues because food particles can easily become trapped in these spaces. Don’t worry – traditional metal braces are no longer the only solution. Invisalign solves the problem by using clear, comfortable aligners to gradually close these gaps.
Overbite
An overbite is when the upper jaw juts out considerably beyond the lower one. In minor cases, this may not seem like much of an issue, but it can actually take a toll on everything from your speaking patterns to your diet and oral health. That’s why we recommend coming to our Clarendon Hills dental office to explore your treatment options – even if the situation doesn’t seem urgent. We want to move your teeth and bite into proper alignment while clear aligners are still a solution for you!
Underbite
What if your lower teeth sit in front of your upper ones? If that’s the case, you may have an underbite. We recommend scheduling a consultation at our office so we can conduct an oral exam, learn more about your dental needs, and assess the severity of your case. From there, we can determine if you have an underbite and, if you do, if we can correct it with clear aligners. If the answer is “yes,” then your orthodontic treatment won’t involve any metal at all!
Crossbite
Crossbites often aren’t as talked about. However, like the other bite problems on this list, they can lead to premature wear, chronic teeth grinding, and other complications if they’re not addressed. The good news is that Invisalign is more than capable of fixing bite problems! So, if you are interested in straightening your teeth and aligning your bite without the metal, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us to discuss your treatment options.
Open Bite
If there is a space between your upper and lower teeth that’s preventing you from biting down all the way, then you probably have an open bite. Fortunately, many patients with this bite problem are candidates for Invisalign. So, if you thought your only option was traditional braces, that’s not the case! Clear aligners may be the answer you’ve been looking for.
Benefits of Invisalign
Over the past two decades, Invisalign has helped millions of patients transform their smiles into one they’re proud of. It continues to be a popular solution because of its many benefits, such as:
- Shorter average timeline
- Virtually invisible appearance
- Easier maintenance
- No dietary restrictions
- Fewer check-in appointments
How Much Does Invisalign Cost?
Before moving forward with the Invisalign process, you likely want to know how much it’ll cost. Well, it’s impossible to provide an accurate estimate until you’ve had a consultation. Since every case is unique, you’ll need to see us to get a price quote. Don’t worry – we’ll explain which factors affect the total cost and walk you through your financing options.