Invisalign—Chaska, MN
The Clear Path to Straight Teeth
Invisalign offers the reliability and beautiful results that can be achieved with traditional braces without requiring someone to spend years with a mouthful of metal. Over 20 million people around the world have been able to fix their crooked, crowded, and gapped teeth with this treatment while maintaining their normal appearance, diet, and oral hygiene routine. White Oak Dental combines it with our meticulous attention to detail and ability to customize our care. If you think Invisalign in Chaska might be the right choice for you or your teen, give us a call today to schedule a consultation.
Why Choose White Oak Dental for Invisalign?
- 100% Digital Impressions—No Goopy Puddy!
- Highly Experienced Cosmetic Dentist
- We Welcome Your Dental Insurance
How Invisalign Works
The reason Invisalign is so dependable is that it relies on the same basic principle as braces to straighten the teeth—light pressure is gradually applied so they shift into the correct positions. Instead of using noticeable metal brackets and wires to do this, patients only need to wear a progressive set of clear aligner trays. Made of smooth and transparent plastic, these guide the teeth to wear they need to go. After about two weeks of use, a patient then switches to the next set of trays in their series.
Who Invisalign Can Help
Invisalign is able to address all of the most common orthodontic issues. From simple to complex, patients can take advantage of the unique benefits it offers while taking care of things like:
Crowded Teeth
Crowded teeth can develop in early childhood, adolescence, and even well into adulthood. Regardless of the cause, Invisalign can turn rotated teeth and create the space needed to give someone an even, attractive smile.
Gaps Between Teeth
While too little space between the teeth is an issue, so is too much! Gaps can negatively affect someone’s aesthetics and also lead to the excessive buildup of plaque and bacteria, increasing the risk of cavities and gum disease. Invisalign can close gaps both large and small so that when a person smiles, they stand out for all the right reasons.
Bite Alignment
Overbite, underbite, crossbite, and open bite can give someone a less-than-perfect profile while also interfering with their ability to chew and speak comfortably. With Invisalign, we can alter the individual teeth so that the entire bite becomes more balanced, functional, and comfortable.
Benefits of Invisalign
If you are currently in the process of deciding which orthodontic treatment is right for you, there are several reasons to choose Invisalign. To date, more than 17 million patients have opted for clear aligners because of the numerous benefits they come with, including:
Discreet Braces
Metal brackets and wires are a bit of an eyesore. As a result, everyone will know if you have traditional braces. Invisalign aligners, on the other hand, are crafted from smooth, clear plastic. As a result, they basically disappear when you put them on, ensuring they don’t draw any unwanted attention to your smile.
Comfortable Aligners
If you had metal braces when you were younger, then you likely remember the soft tissue irritation and mouth sores that came from the brackets and wires. With Invisalign, your journey to a straighter smile will be considerably more comfortable. That’s because the trays are custom-made just for you using a digital impression, ensuring the smooth plastic is gentle on your gums, lips, and cheeks.
Hassle-Free Treatment
While traditional braces require you to change multiple aspects of your life, including your diet, Invisalign does not! When it comes time to eat, you can remove your trays. It’s that easy. You can also take them off before going on a first date, giving an important presentation at work, or any other occasion when you want to look and feel your best as long as you wear them for a total of 20 hours a day.
Shorter Average Treatment Timeline
Typically, it takes about two to three years to get the desired results with traditional braces. Conversely, the average treatment timeline with Invisalign is only 12-18 months. If you’re interested in learning how long it will take for us to straighten your teeth, then schedule a consultation! Once we know more about your case, we can provide you with an estimate.
Easy Dental Care
For many patients, the idea of adopting a cumbersome oral hygiene routine and buying special dental tools is less than appealing. Fortunately, you don’t need to do either with Invisalign. Since the aligners are removable, you can brush, floss, and rinse with mouthwash as usual. The only step you need to add to your routine is caring for your aligners, which is pretty simple.
Fewer Follow-Up Visits
One benefit that is often glossed over is that there aren’t monthly adjustment appointments with Invisalign. Most of the time, patients come in every 6-8 weeks, and the progress visits are often less than 30 minutes. So, if you opt for clear aligners, you’ll spend considerably less time in the treatment chair overall!
How Much Does Invisalign Cost?
The cost of Invisalign is usually close to traditional braces, though this might vary depending on your insurance’s orthodontic benefit. The biggest determining factor will be how many trays you need to achieve the desired result. Smaller movements require fewer trays, while bigger adjustments call for more trays and a higher price.
We’ll go over all of these details at your consultation, including how we could use your insurance or financing to help the treatment fit comfortably into your budget.
Invisalign FAQs
What are Invisalign Attachments?
Attachments are one of many orthodontic accessories that can be added to your treatment plan. They are used so your aligners have something to grip onto, helping them guide your teeth and bite into proper alignment. Whether you have one, a few, or 15+ attachments, you don’t have to worry – since they are just small pieces of tooth-colored resin, they won’t draw any unwanted attention to your smile. Plus, putting them on and taking them off is completely painless.
Can You Get Invisalign After Braces?
If your teeth moved out of their properly aligned positions following your time with traditional braces, you might be wondering if you’re a candidate for Invisalign. It’s possible! In fact, many patients who have experienced orthodontic relapse have achieved a straight smile again with clear aligners. So, don’t let the fact that you went through orthodontic treatment before stop you from scheduling a consultation with us!
What Should I Do if My Invisalign Tray Broke?
At the beginning of your Invisalign treatment, we will provide you with helpful tips on how to keep your aligners in pristine condition – from rinsing them with clean, cool water each time you take them off to storing them in their designated case when you aren’t wearing them. That said, accidents sometimes happen, like them falling off of your bathroom counter and onto your tile floor. Whether they have a small crack along one side or they have broken into several pieces, don’t try to use superglue to repair them or move onto the next set of aligners in the series. Instead, call us ASAP so we can determine the best way to get you back on track with your treatment plan.
How Do I Clean My Invisalign?
The last thing you want is for your aligners to turn yellow or develop an unpleasant odor. Fortunately, you don’t need any expensive products to keep them clean; clean, cool water, mild, clear dishwashing liquid, and a soft-bristled toothbrush should do the trick! You can also use the cleaning crystals that came in your welcome kit or another dentist-recommended clear aligner cleaner if you feel like they need a deeper clean.
What Happens After Invisalign?
After your Invisalign treatment, you’ll be given a retainer to wear each night while you sleep. This is an important step of the process because – without it – your chances of orthodontic relapse skyrocket. So, make wearing it a priority and, if you accidentally lose or break yours, call our Chaska dental team ASAP so we can provide you with a new one.