You start with a visit to our offices. We will then conduct a thorough inspection of your teeth and give you an honest evaluation. We'll check what results can be realistically expected.
We’ll then create a customized treatment schedule for you. This lays out every step of the plan going forward. We’ll give you an idea of the Invisalign before and after results that you can expect. Once you’re on-board, we spring into action.
We’ll have a set of aligners created to make the necessary adjustments. These will be made to fit your mouth exactly. You’ll need to keep them in place for at least twenty hours a day, preferably twenty-two hours.
You’ll be asked to come in on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to get the aligners changed out. This will ensure that your teeth are gently shifted to their new position, and will continue until you have the results that you always wanted.
How Long Does Invisalign Take?
That is going to depend on your circumstances and what we’re working with. If your case is complex, or you need significant adjustments, it will take longer. Generally, though, you're looking at a twelve to eighteen-month period. We can tell you more accurately when you come in to see us for your first consultation.
Once the aligners can be permanently removed, you’ll still have to wear a retainer. The retainer will help to keep your teeth in their new position. Initially, you’ll have to wear it full-time. After a few months, though, you’ll be able to switch over to wearing it only overnight or a few hours daily.