Hi, guys. This is Dr. Delgado. One of the questions I get frequently is: what are Invisalign or clear aligners?
Basically, clear aligners are a series of trays that you wear in your mouth for 22 out of 24 hours, and they can straighten mildly crooked or crowded teeth. The advantages of having clear aligners are that you can't tell you have braces, there's no metal in your mouth, they're a lot more comfortable, and the process usually takes about six months. They do need to be removed for eating and cleaning.
The biggest factor is patient compliance, which means you have to wear them. If you don't wear them, your teeth will not get straight.
A question I often get asked is: who's a good candidate for clear aligners? Probably about 70% of people are good candidates. It's usually ideal for mild crowding or slightly misaligned teeth—if you just want to get that perfect smile. However, if you're trying to change the way your teeth bite together in the back, that's not what clear aligners are meant for. They are definitely designed for brightening up your front teeth and giving you the smile you’ve always wanted.
If you're interested in getting your teeth straightened with clear aligners, just give us a call at Delgado Dental Group, and we'll be happy to schedule a consultation with you.