Find out how this clear orthodontic system could give you a straighter smile.

Who says that the whole world has to know that you have braces? Our Des Plaines, IL, family dentists Dr. Roman Dziubyk and Dr. Lorelei Grise' certainly don’t think so. If you are an older teen or adult who is dealing with crooked or a misaligned smile, find out if Invisalign is the right treatment option.

What is Invisalign?

With traditional braces, metal or tooth-colored brackets are bonded to the front of your teeth and connected through wires to apply pressure to the teeth to shift them around; however, Invisalign uses a very different system. Instead of sporting brackets and wires, Invisalign offers up a set of ultra-thin transparent aligners that fit over your teeth. Each aligner is custom-made based on measurements that our Des Plaines, IL, dentists take of your teeth.

What problems can Invisalign fix?

Invisalign is able to tackle a variety of issues including:

• Overbites
• Underbites
• Crowding
• Gapped teeth
• Open bite
• Crossbite

If you are dealing with mild-to-moderate alignment issues chances are good that Invisalign could straighten your smile and correct these problems.

Who is a good candidate for Invisalign treatment?

As with any dental treatment, there are certain factors that can affect your candidacy for Invisalign. Your age is one factor that will play a role. While you are never too old to get a straighter smile you may be too young for Invisalign.

In order for Invisalign aligners to fit properly we will need to make sure that your teeth have fully developed. Aligners will not be effective on teeth that are still growing. This is why Invisalign isn’t right for children or young teens; however older teens and adults of all ages can be great candidates for Invisalign.

The dental issues you wish to correct with Invisalign will also determine whether or not this is the right orthodontic treatment for you. The problems above are the most common issues that Invisalign can treat but if you aren’t sure whether your smile could benefit from Invisalign come in for a consultation so we can determine if this is the most effective method for you.

Are you interested in getting Invisalign in Des Plaines, IL? Want to find out if this is the right approach to fix your crooked smile? If so, call Suburban Family Dental to schedule a consultation with our dentists!