Invisalign® Candidates

If you have teeth that are misaligned or crooked, chances are you need braces to help improve alignment and avoid potential dental health issues in the future. Then again, there’s another option for straightening your teeth, and this alternative doesn’t involve brackets, wires, or rubber bands. That option is Invisalign®. The Invisalign® system uses clear plastic aligners that are custom-fit to your teeth. By wearing these Invisalign® aligners, your smile can be straight and great looking in a few months. Just think of it: the benefits of braces without the hassles.

Fort Lee, New Jersey cosmetic dentist Dr. Dennis Walker is happy to offer Invisalign® to his patients. Yet while Invisalign® has been beneficial to adults and teenagers, not everyone is a candidate for Invisalign®. We’d like to take this moment to go over who makes a good candidate for Invisalign® and why treatment is so advantageous.

The best candidates for Invisalign® are adults and teenagers who have issues with the straightness or their teeth and the appearance of their smiles. Fort Lee, New Jersey Invisalign® is perfect for adults with active lifestyles who would benefit professionally and socially from not having braces placed. The same is true for teenagers. Since the Invisalign® system is practically invisible, they will not have to worry about feeling self-conscious while their Invisalign® aligners are on at school or social gatherings. Cleaning Invisalign® aligners is easy, and they can be removed for special occasions as needed.

The Invisalign® system is not for young children and early adolescents since their jaws and teeth are still growing. It’s also important to note that while Invisalign® is able to straighten teeth and enhance smiles, some problems with tooth alignment will require braces and other orthodontic treatment. During your consultation, Dr. Walker will analyze the alignment of your teeth and the structures of your mouth to determine if Invisalign® really is best for your continued dental health.

To schedule a consultation for Invisalign® or any other dental care treatment that we offer, contact Fort Lee cosmetic dentist Dr. Dennis Walker today.