Whether you’re interested in tooth straightening for yourself or for your child, you have more options now than ever before. In addition to wire-and-bracket braces, you can also choose Invisalign removable alignment trays. At Dental Town DC, in Washington, DC, our team offer both traditional and clear braces, in addition to Invisalign.<\/p>\n
The Invisalign system is virtually invisible. The trays are designed to match your teeth and gums so that almost nobody can tell you’re wearing them. Invisalign has a minimum impact on how you eat, talk, and behave \u2014 just pop out your trays while you eat or clean your teeth.<\/p>\n
To fit you for Invisalign, the dentist uses a 3-D digital imaging device called the iTero Element scanner. The process creates a graphic that shows the current position of your teeth and illustrates how they’ll move over time \u2014 you get to see a preview of your beautiful new smile before you’ve slipped on your first tray.<\/p>\n
The downside of Invisalign is that the patient must be disciplined and committed enough to wear the trays at least 20 to 22 hours per day. Another factor is how complex the alignment issue is. Invisalign can handle most complex cases with SmartForce attachments, but some cases may be too complex for trays.<\/p>\n