Invisalign Braces
New Teeth Straightening Technology - Invisalign
Invisalign is a clear mold made of plastic that is custom-fitted to straighten your teeth in stages. When people suffered from an overbite or poor teeth alignment, the only solution in years past was to use braces. While there were retainers made to help teeth after the bracing procedure was over, these were not invisible or clear. Having braces for many people was seen as embarrassing and affected their social lives. It doesn't really fit with the image of beauty when you have a mouth full of metal. Invisalign resolves that issue by using clear plastic that fits snuggly over the teeth and helps to bring the teeth into alignment in stages. They also have the added benefit of being removable, so that the devices don't affect the diet that a person can eat.
Invisalign is not home based straightening method
Invisalign still requires an orthodontic to prepare a custom plan to help you straighten your teeth. They use a 3-D imaging technology to show the patient how the process will work and what their smile might look like after all the steps are taken to correct the problem in the teeth alignment. The Invisalign trays are worn for about two weeks each; at which point other custom-fitted trays replace them.
Invisalign Cost
This product has become very popular for adults who need to keep their images professional, while taking care of their teeth. The company who makes Invisalign claims that over 250,000 patients have been treated so far. The cost varies and is determined by your orthodontic specialist. However, the range can be anywhere from $3500 to $5,000 or more. Many offices offer installment plans to pay off the treatment costs. It may be possible that your Invisalign treatment is covered by insurance. To be sure, check with your insurance provider to understand if this is covered under your benefits plan.