What Are the Steps to Success with Invisalign?

Invisalign Teeth Straightening in Tucson AZ Area

Orthodontic problems like crooked and misaligned teeth are quite common in society today. Fortunately, there are permanent solutions to straightening crooked teeth to improve your smile’s esthetics. At Swan Dental, Dr. Colby Echols offers Invisalign teeth straightening treatment to our Tucson, Arizona patients. Here are some questions our patients often ask about Invisalign.

What is Invisalign, and how does it work?

Invisalign is a clear aligner orthodontic system that corrects problems with crooked teeth, uneven spacing, improper bites, and overcrowding. Instead of brackets and wires, however, Invisalign uses removable plastic aligners to straighten your grin. Dr. Echols will customize a series of aligners for your treatment. Like traditional braces, the aligners gently pressure your teeth to shift them into alignment slowly.  

Who’s a good candidate for Invisalign treatment?

Invisalign works best in correcting minor to moderate orthodontic issues, a category that most people fit into. After evaluating your teeth, gums, and jaw, Dr. Echols can determine if Invisalign is a good fit for you. Invisalign clear aligners are discreet, making them a good choice for young professionals or older teens who may feel awkward wearing braces. Invisalign candidates must also be responsible enough to comply with their treatment directives to achieve the desired results.

What are the steps to success with Invisalign?

Dr. Echols will set goals for your Invisalign treatment and customize a plan to help you achieve them. Your compliance with this plan is key to the success of your treatment. Some steps to follow include: 

  • Wear the aligners as instructed for 20 to 22 hours daily.
  • Remove the aligners mainly for meals and snacks and for brushing and flossing your teeth. 
  • Store your aligners safely after removing them to avoid loss or accidental damage.
  • Brush and floss your teeth diligently to avoid getting cavities. Keep up with routine dental cleanings.
  • Clean your aligners daily to keep them working properly.  
  • Rotate your aligners on schedule, as per the instructions in your treatment plan, to keep your teeth constantly moving until your smile goals are achieved. 

What is the average treatment time for Invisalign?

On average, our patients wear their aligners for 12 to 18 months. That will vary, however, depending on the problems that need to be addressed. During your initial consultation, Dr. Echols can estimate the timeframe for your procedure.  

What are the benefits of Invisalign orthodontics?

With Invisalign, you can successfully straighten teeth without braces for greater comfort and ease. Additional benefits include: 

  • Invisible aligners to make your treatment discreet.
  • Removable aligners so you can eat normally and maintain good oral hygiene.
  • Custom aligners that are less invasive and restrictive.
  • Fewer dental visits as there are no wires to adjust.
  • Versatile treatment that can correct multiple orthodontic issues.
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Who offers Invisalign teeth straightening near me?

If you live in or near Tucson, Arizona, you can contact Dr. Colby Echols from Swan Dental at (520) 595-3655 to learn more about Invisalign clear aligner treatment.

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Dr. Colby Echols received his Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish from Brigham Young University and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2005 from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association, and Southern Arizona Dental Association.

Dr. Echols has years of experience performing general dentistry procedures, including fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns, bridges, implants, and cosmetic dentistry. His patients trust him to help them achieve the smile they love while building life-long relationships.

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