Invisalign®

Dr. Miri understands that your smile is your introduction to the world, and when you feel less than confident about it, it can affect your self-esteem and how you interact with others. If your teeth are crooked, you may be hesitant to show them when you smile, you may shy away from having your picture taken, or you may do your best to conceal your mouth when you speak and laugh. At Rivercrest Family Dental, we can change all that and eliminate any embarrassment or awkwardness you may feel about showing your teeth.

What having straight teeth can do for you

The list goes on. Everyone has their own reason for wanting to improve their smile. What’s yours?

Many of our patients express the desire for straight teeth but hesitate to get treatment because they do not want to go through the hassle of braces. They don’t like the idea of having highly visible metal brackets and wires on their teeth for 2 years or more, and they don’t want the inconvenience of having to come into the office every month or so for adjustments.

With Invisalign®, those concerns are eliminated. Because the aligners are made of clear plastic, they are barely noticeable on teeth and do not have a striking impact on your appearance. The aligners are also removable for eating and drinking, brushing and flossing, and for special occasions, when you need to look your best. Not only does this mean that you don’t have to disrupt your daily routine, but it also helps you to better maintain good oral care while undergoing treatment.

Treatment time with Invisalign® varies case by case, but it is typically less than with traditional braces, averaging around 12 months. Additionally, patients receive several sets of aligners at once (aligners are replaced every 10 days or as per the dentist’s instructions), so no monthly in-office adjustments, just periodic checks to make sure that the treatment is progressing according to plan.