Invisalign

Invisalign is a company that produces virtually invisible aligners (or trays) after your orthodontist designs your smile. The aligners will gradually move your teeth into place for a beautiful smile.

Using 3D computer imaging, Invisalign® will show your entire treatment plan — from where your teeth begin to the final desired position. Then a series of clear trays are custom-made for you to move your teeth in the way determined by your doctor. Each is worn for about 1-2 weeks before you switch to the next set of aligners in the series. Aligners are worn for 20 to 22 hours a day. This straightening process continues until the planned new smile is achieved.

• Discreet: Nearly invisible, no one will notice that you’re wearing Invisalign.
• Removable: Take out your aligners to eat, drink, brush, and floss. No wires or brackets mean unrestricted eating, nowhere for food to get caught, and nothing to break.
• Comfortable: The smooth, closely fitted trays don’t irritate like wires or brackets.
• Convenient: Play a sport or an instrument? Keep up with your activities without worries or changes in routine.
• Easy: Fewer appointments are needed since you switch to the next tray instead of having an in-office braces adjustment. And the appointments you do have take less time.
• Fun: We can show you how your teeth will look at the end of treatment right when you begin! Instead of imagining how much better your smile can be, you’ll be able to see it for yourself.
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No. Since the aligners are removable, you can eat and drink whatever you want. You have to remove your aligners to eat and drink. So, unlike conventional braces that use wires and brackets, you do not need to restrict any favorite foods or snacks unless your doctor instructs otherwise. To maintain fresh breath and good hygiene, you should brush your teeth after each meal and before you reinsert your aligners.

At OX Orthodontics you’ll pay exactly the same price for Invisalign and braces. We want you to be able to choose the treatment option that you are most comfortable with, not the lower-cost one.

Also, Invisalign treatment is covered by many dental insurance policies. So if your policy covers braces, it will also cover Invisalign. When you come in for your first exam, we’ll verify any insurance benefits and develop your flexible payment plan.

With Invisalign and Dental Monitoring, you only have to come in when needed! We can see your progress through your phone, so you only need to come in when it’s truly time. This saves you time and energy.

We seldom see Invisalign patients who need a comfort appointment or have an urgent issue, but the OX team is here if you need us!