Your smile is our passion at Mattson Hellickson Dental. We are proud to be your local Beaverton Invisalign provider, a modern and virtually invisible way to straighten your teeth. Learn about this cosmetic dental treatment and if it’s right for you below.
Why Choose Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners, like Invisalign, are special trays made of clear plastic that fit snugly over your teeth. They are designed to be almost invisible, allowing you to smile and talk without anyone noticing you’re wearing them. These aligners are a popular choice for both teens and adults who want a discreet way to improve their smiles.
What Can They Treat?
Clear aligners can help fix many common dental issues, including:
- Crooked Teeth: Aligners can straighten teeth that are not aligned properly.
- Crowded Teeth: They can create space for teeth that are too close together.
- Overbites: Aligners can adjust teeth that stick out too far over the lower teeth.
- Underbites: They can correct teeth that extend too far over the upper teeth.
- Gaps: Aligners can close spaces between teeth.
These issues can affect your ability to chew, speak, and feel confident about your smile. Invisalign offers a solution that is both effective and aesthetically pleasing.
Invisalign: What to Expect
Your clear aligner treatment begins with a comprehensive visit to our office. During this initial appointment, we’ll take detailed pictures and impressions of your teeth to create an accurate record of your current dental alignment. This information serves as the foundation for your entire treatment plan.
Once we have your dental impressions, we use advanced computer software to design a completely personalized treatment plan. This technology allows us to map out exactly how your teeth will move over time, showing you the step-by-step process that will guide your teeth into their optimal alignment.
You’ll receive a series of custom-made clear aligners designed specifically for your treatment plan. Each set includes one aligner for your upper teeth and one for your lower teeth. These aligners need to be worn for approximately 20 hours each day, and you’ll use each set for about two weeks before moving on to the next stage.
The treatment progresses gradually through multiple stages. After wearing each set of aligners for two weeks, you’ll switch to the next set in your series. Each new set of aligners continues the gentle movement of your teeth, bringing them closer to their final, ideal position. This step-by-step approach ensures comfortable and effective tooth movement throughout your treatment.
Throughout your treatment journey, we’ll schedule regular check-up appointments to monitor your progress. These visits allow us to ensure that your teeth are moving as planned and that your treatment is proceeding smoothly. We can address any concerns and make adjustments if needed during these monitoring sessions.
Special Features for Teen Patients
Teen patients benefit from additional features designed specifically for their unique dental needs. Eruption tabs are included in teen aligners to hold space open for molars that haven’t fully emerged yet. This feature ensures that developing teeth have room to grow properly while the alignment treatment is taking place.
Teen aligners also include compliance indicators, which are small features that gradually fade with wear. These indicators serve as a helpful tool for parents, dentists, and teens themselves to verify that the aligners are being worn for the recommended amount of time each day. This feature helps ensure the treatment stays on track and achieves the best possible results.
Benefits of Clear Aligners
- Almost Invisible: Clear aligners are very hard to see, so you can feel confident about your appearance.
- Removable: Unlike traditional braces, you can take out your clear aligners to eat, brush your teeth, or play sports.
- Faster Results: In some cases, clear aligners can straighten teeth faster than traditional braces.
- Comfortable: Made of flexible plastic, they are designed to be comfortable in your mouth.
- Easy Maintenance: You can clean them with a soft brush and mild soap, making it easy to keep them clean and hygienic.
By choosing Invisalign at Mattson Hellickson Dental, you can achieve a beautiful, healthy smile without the hassle of traditional braces. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience. Give us a call at 503-308-7664 or request an appointment online.
