Invisalign®
The esthetic and comfortable way to improve your smile.
What Is Invisalign®?
Invisible. Comfortable. Removable
Invisalign® uses a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually move your teeth.
You wear each set of aligners for two weeks, removing them to eat, drink, brush and floss. As you progress through your custom aligners, your teeth will gradually straighten until they reach the position prescribed by Dr. Saikaly.
Can It Work For You?
Dr. Saikaly has treated hundreds of patients using Invisalign®. Invisalign can treat most malocclusions ranging from excessive spacing, crowded teeth, overbites, underbites, and even crossbites. An initial consultation with Dr. Saikaly will determine if Invisalign is the best treatment for you.
Getting Started…. It’ Simple…
Contact us for a consultation appointment.
Your second visit is when the diagnostic records are taken. It entails a series of radiographs, impressions, clinical photographs as well as a detailed clinical exam.
Your third appointment will allow you to view the 3-Dimensional imaging of your original teeth position, to the final prescribed position. If you prefer, we can email you the video.
Your fourth and subsequent visits, you will receive an average of three aligners which you will wear each for 2 weeks, for a total of 6 weeks between aligner deliveries.
Did you know that the average case using Invisalign takes approximately 11 months?
Most Frequently Asked Questions
What is Invisalign®?
Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten teeth without braces. Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually straighten teeth, without metal or wires.
How does Invisalign® work?
Invisalign® uses 3-D computer imaging technology to depict the complete treatment plan from the initial position to the final desired position from which a series of custom-made, clear "aligners" are produced. Each "aligner" moves teeth incrementally and is worn for approximately two weeks, then replaced by the next in the series until the final position is achieved.
What are the primary benefits of Invisalign®?
Invisalign® is clear. You can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing.
Invisalign® is removable. Unlike braces, you can eat and drink what you want during treatment. Yes, even popcorn! You can also brush and floss normally to maintain good oral hygiene.
Invisalign® is comfortable. There are no metal brackets or wires as with braces to cause mouth irritation, and no metal or wires means you spend less time in the doctor's chair getting adjustments and less emergency visits during your treatment.
Invisalign allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan before you start—so you can see how your straight teeth will look when your treatment is complete.
What are aligners made of?
: Aligners are made of clear, strong medical grade plastic that arevirtually invisible when worn.
What do aligners look like?
Aligners are clear and look similar to tooth-whitening trays, but are custom-made for a better fit to move teeth. Some orthodontists have referred to them as "contact lenses for teeth."
Is this a new way to straighten teeth?
For years, orthodontists have used removable appliances for limited treatment. Today, with the application of computer technology and custom manufacturing, Invisalign treats a broader range of cases with greater precision.
How old is the company?
Align Technology, Inc., the company that manufactures Invisalign, was founded in 1997. Since then, Align has manufactured over 10,000,000 aligners and 1 million patients have been in treatment.
How old is this technology?
In 1945, Dr. H.D. Kesling envisioned that one day modern technology would enable the use of a series of tooth positioners to produce the kinds of movements required for comprehensive orthodontic treatment. Technology has made this vision a reality. Using advanced computer technology, Align generates Invisalign®, a series of customized clear appliances, called "aligners." Each aligner is worn sequentially by the patient to produce extensive tooth movements in both upper and lower arches.
How many patients are being treated with Invisalign®?
Worldwide, more than 500,000 patients have been treated with Invisalign®. The number grows daily.
Do doctors need special training in order to use Invisalign®?
While Invisalign® can be used with virtually any treatment philosophy, specific training is needed. All orthodontists interested in treating patients with Invisalign must attend training before cases will be accepted from their office. Close to 30,000 orthodontists worldwide are certified to use Invisalign®.
How does Invisalign® effectively move teeth?
Like brackets and arch wires are to braces, Invisalign® aligners move teeth through the appropriate placement of controlled force on the teeth. The principal difference is that Invisalign® not only controls forces, but also controls the timing of the force application. At each stage, only certain teeth are allowed to move, and these movements are determined by the orthodontic treatment plan for that particular stage. This results in an efficient force delivery system.
Has the FDA cleared Invisalign®?
Yes, the FDA has reviewed the Invisalign application and in August 1998 determined that Invisalign® is exempt from 510(k) pre-market notification.
Cost
How much does Invisalign® cost?
After the initial consultation and assessment, Dr. Saikaly will provide you with an estimate. The fee is indicative of the complexity or simplicity of the work to do and the time required to complete the case. Please note that we do offer financing with no interest.
Does insurance cover Invisalign®?
Because orthodontic benefits differ significantly from policy to policy, each patient should review their coverage. However, if a patient has orthodontic coverage, Invisalign should be covered to the same extent as conventional braces. Both braces and Invisalign are considered orthodontic treatment and most polices will honour Invisalign treatment.
What payment options are available for Invisalign®?
We will help you find options to make your treatment affordable. We offer flexible and affordable monthly payment plans.
