Invisalign – Tulsa, OK

Clear Braces for Beautiful Smiles

Right now, about four million Americans are wearing braces. That's a lot of people who have made the decision to invest in the health and beauty of their smiles. In the past, that choice meant brackets cemented to tooth enamel, noticeable connecting wires, and uncomfortable tightening visits every few weeks. Today Dr. Angie Nauman and the Glisten Dental team bring options to residents of the Tulsa OK area. A terrific one is Invisalign "invisible” braces. At Glisten Dental, we offer clear alignment tray orthodontic treatment using the Invisalign system for Tulsa area patients. If you’re ready to start straightening your smile, Call Glisten Dental today to learn more about how Invisalign invisible braces are changing Tulsa OK smiles.

Benefits of Invisalign

Invisalign has a number of benefits over traditional orthodontic metal bracket and wire braces, including:

Comfort

Wires and brackets can be uncomfortable, and they may scratch the inside of a patient's mouth. Invisalign aligners are smooth and easy to wear.

Affordability

In most cases, the price of Invisalign orthodontics is comparable to traditional braces. Many patients prefer to go with Invisalign due to the number of advantages they have over the alternative.

Beauty

Instead of hiding teeth behind metal, patients are able to showcase their smile throughout their treatment. The clear aligner trays are discreet, making them a great way for adults and teenagers to avoid embarrassment while undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Ease of Use

Invisalign aligner trays are easy to remove and to wear. They can be removed when a patient is brushing, flossing, or eating. Then, snap them back in place.

Effective

Invisalign has been proven over the years to make dramatic improvements in a patient's smile. The trays move the teeth into their proper positions, and alignment can be maintained by continuing to wear the final tray overnight as a retainer. Invisalign can be used to straighten all teeth in the mouth, including readjusting a patient's bite.

Improving Smiles with Invisalign

Invisalign is based on a very different concept from traditional braces. A robust computer software system turns impressions of your mouth into three-dimensional images, projecting the changes you want to see in your smile. A series of transparent plastic aligners (something like mouth guards) is created to move teeth progressively into proper position over about a year of treatment. For many adults and teens, Invisalign is the ideal treatment option, but to find out whether or not it’s right for you, you’ll need to schedule an Invisalign consultation.

Your Invisalign Consultations in Tulsa

Dr. Nauman offers complimentary Invisalign consultations to get your orthodontic treatment process started. She listens carefully to your concerns and makes a thorough examination of your mouth to determine if you are a good candidate for Invisalign. If you have existing dental problems such as gum disease or cavities, we’ll resolve them before treatment. If she determines Invisalign is a good option for you, Dr. Nauman gets started right away by taking impressions of your bite and sending that information to the Invisalign lab. The manufacture crafts customized Invisalign aligner trays that are fabricated with durable, medical-grade plastic.

How Does Invisalign Work?

Your treatment begins a few weeks after your consultation when you return to our dental office to start straightening your smile. Invisalign trays are made in a series, and each tray is worn for approximately two weeks. The patient then switches to the next one in the series until the treatment is complete. During your initial Invisalign visit, Dr. Nauman explains the importance of adhering to the treatment plan. Your aligner trays are removable, so you can take them out to enjoy your favorite foods and to keep your mouth sparkling clean. Just make sure to wear them for at least 22 hours each day. Dr. Nauman will also show you how to place and care for the clear aligners. During regular visits, Dr. Nauman monitors your progress, but these appointments are not as frequent as checkups for conventional braces. Every patient is different, but typical treatment time is about 12 to 18 months with Invisalign.