Invisalign Clear Aligners – San Jose, CA

Crowded Teeth

In addition to negatively impacting your self-esteem, crowded teeth can negatively impact your oral health. That's because they are often more difficult to clean, making it much more likely to develop gum disease or tooth decay. Fortunately, metal braces are no longer the only treatment option; Invisalign can help patients with mild and moderate cases! To find out if you're a good candidate for clear aligner treatment, give us a call – we look forward to helping you on your journey to your dream smile.

Gaps Between Teeth

While gapped teeth aren't necessarily that much of a health problem, many people aren't fans of the way that they make them look. Don't worry – Invisalign can move the teeth together, easily correcting this issue. Plus, the aligners are completely clear and removable, so you won't have to wait 12+ months to see results. Instead, you'll see small improvements along the way!

Overbite

An overbite is when the upper teeth protrude considerably beyond the lower ones. In addition to the aesthetic issues that come with this bite problem, patients often experience chronic jaw pain, trouble enunciating clearly, and premature wear and tear. That's why we don't recommend putting off scheduling a consultation! If we determine that you're a candidate for clear aligners, then we will create your custom treatment plan and get to work on bringing your bite into proper alignment!

Underbite

Some patients are struggling with the opposite problem: their lower teeth jut out beyond their upper ones. If that's the case for you, then you know first-hand the negative impact this bite problem can have on the look, health, and function of your smile. Fortunately, buttons and elastics can be added to your aligners, bringing the upper and lower jaw together in the process.

Crossbite

Crossbites are another common bite problem that can result in everything from considerable jaw pain to difficulty chewing properly. Don't worry though – Invisalign can move your teeth and bite into proper alignment if your case isn't too severe. Sometimes, this requires attachments and other orthodontic accessories. Rest assured, they won't draw attention to your smile like traditional braces.

Open Bite

If you have an open bite, then – you guessed it – Invisalign may be an option for you! We recommend scheduling an appointment with us so we can assess the severity of your case, determine if clear aligners are ideal for you, and, if they are, create your custom treatment plan. Before you know it, you'll be on your way to a healthier, happier smile.

Freedom to Eat Your Favorite Foods

As you already know, Invisalign offers a lot to patients that they can’t get from traditional braces, including the freedom to eat their favorite foods throughout the teeth-straightening process. In other words, there aren’t any dietary restrictions. You just need to get in the habit of taking your aligners off before eating or drinking anything other than water.

Easy Dental Care

Another perk that comes with removable braces is that you don’t need to buy special oral hygiene products, like pre-threaded floss. You also don’t need to completely overhaul your dental care regimen. Just make sure that you take good care of your aligners! Even that isn’t too cumbersome because all you need is a soft-bristled toothbrush, clean, cool water, and clear, mild soap.

Fewer Check-In Visits

With traditional braces, monthly adjustment appointments are essential. As you can imagine, this can be quite inconvenient for busy students, parents, and professionals. The good news is that Invisalign doesn’t require frequent visits. Instead, you’ll only need to commit to coming in every 6-8 weeks so we can monitor the movement of your teeth and make sure you’re on-track with your treatment plan.

Metal-Free Aligners

Oftentimes, patients think the perks of metal-free braces stop and end with appearance. That’s not the case! Since Invisalign aligners are crafted from smooth plastic and each one is custom-made, they are also considerably more comfortable. Plus, if there is a sharp edge that’s bothering you, you can easily put some dental wax over it or bring the aligner to us so we can carefully file it down.

Boosted Self-Esteem

As we mentioned above, your Invisalign aligners won’t draw any unwanted attention to your smile. So, you can smile confidently throughout your teeth-straightening journey. Not only that, but you can take your aligners off before