- What Is Invisalign Treatment?
- How Do Invisalign Aligners Work?
- What Should I Expect after Invisalign Treatment?
- What Are the Benefits of Invisalign Treatment?
- Invisalign® Treatment Reviews
- Who is a Candidate for Invisalign Aligners?
- Featured Pictures
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Get Ready for An Attractive, Confident Smile
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What Is Invisalign Treatment?
Straight, properly aligned teeth not only enhance your smile but also contribute to better overall oral health and hygiene. Misaligned teeth and bite issues can lead to long-term dental problems, affecting your ability to speak and eat properly, and potentially resulting in costly treatments. To help patients achieve a healthy and attractive smile, Christopher Nelis, DDS offers Invisalign orthodontics for both teenagers and adults in Holland, MI. Invisalign uses clear, removable aligner trays to straighten teeth, providing a discreet and convenient alternative to traditional braces. Our dental professionals employ iTero® technology in designing and creating custom Invisalign treatments for better-fitting aligners and an overall improved patient experience. The digital scans allow for precise planning and tracking of the orthodontic treatment, ensuring optimal results. To find out if Invisalign orthodontics is the right choice for you, schedule an appointment with Dr. Chris Nelis at our Holland, MI practice today.
How Do Invisalign Aligners Work?
Invisalign treatments function via a custom series of discreet removable trays that incrementally guide your teeth into their appropriate place. To initiate your orthodontic treatment, our Holland, MI team will take impressions of your upper and lower teeth, which will be forwarded to the designated lab where your custom teeth aligners will be fabricated. Once these aligner trays are sent to our practice, our dental professionals will ask you to come back in to pick up your initial set and review instructions for wearing them. These Invisalign aligners must be worn over your teeth for 20 – 22 hours each day and only taken out before brushing, flossing, eating snacks or meals, or drinking beverages. Approximately every 1 – 2 weeks, you will change out your current set of Invisalign trays for the next in succession. A member of our staff will help you set up routine checkups at Christopher Nelis, DDS so our team can oversee your teeth straightening progression.
What Should I Expect after Invisalign Treatment?
The length of Invisalign treatment varies based on your individual needs and cosmetic goals, but most teens and adults wear their clear aligners for about 1 to 2 years. Once your treatment is complete, wearing a retainer is key to keeping your teeth in their new position. These custom-made retainers are crafted in the Invisalign lab using the same comfortable material as your aligners. When they arrive at Christopher Nelis, DDS, our team will guide you on how often to wear them and how to keep them clean. We'll also continue monitoring your alignment and results during your regular dental checkups.
What Are the Benefits of Invisalign Treatment?
Invisalign treatment at Christopher Nelis, DDS provides a lot of advantages so it's an appealing selection for Holland, MI men and women wanting to adjust their teeth alignment. Some top advantages include:
- Personalized aligner trays
- Results in straight teeth, leading to improved oral wellness and function
- Could address multiple oral problems, including gaps, bite, and overcrowding issues
- Can be removed, which provides simpler eating and cleaning
- Limits pain that comes with metal braces, such as sores in the mouth
- Can potentially allow you to acquire increased self-confidence in your smile and total appearance
- Almost unperceivable, providing an inconspicuous option
- Usually elicits less discomfort in comparison with traditional metal braces
Invisalign® Treatment Reviews
Bre is the best hygienists in west Michigan by far. Dr Nelis always has my best interests at heart when recommending any treatments that do not affect my pocket book thanks to the brand new “new membership plan” that is exclusively offered to only patients of Nelis Dentistry. The staff is incredible from front to back. The quality of craftsmanship that the staff and Dr. Nelis have are impeccable. Would highly recommend to anyone. Plus if you have any symptoms of sleep apnea, this is the place to get yourself checked out.
Dr. Nelis and his entire staff are wonderful!
Dr. Nelis and his staff are professional, personable and do a great job. Mandie was helpful and friendly.
Dr Nelis and his staff are always so friendly and polite. I have been going there for so long. My latest service was my 6 month cleaning today. And from the front desk to the end- phenomenal service. Prior to that was my Invisalign check up. That’s right, they do that too there. They have new equipment from the last time I was there and that makes it nice and convenient . Please check them out. I strongly recommend them.
Quick scheduling; efficient pleasant staff; thorough exam; kept me fully informed throughout the process.
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Who is a Candidate for Invisalign Aligners?
Invisalign aligners are a great option for teenagers and adults who want a more discreet alternative to traditional braces. Aligners can help correct issues like overbites, underbites, crossbites, open bites, narrow arches, crooked or crowded teeth, and uneven spacing. Resolving these problems can improve your comfort, jaw function, and make speaking and eating much easier. Clear aligners are also removable, so you can enjoy your favorite foods without restrictions and maintain your oral hygiene without dealing with metal brackets and wires. During a consultation at Christopher Nelis, DDS in Holland, MI, our team will take digital X-rays and evaluate your teeth to see if Invisalign aligners are the right fit for your needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How should I clean my Invisalign aligners?
Wearing your Invisalign aligners throughout the day and night is important, but keeping them clean is just as crucial. Our team recommends cleaning them with lukewarm water and Invisalign Cleaning Crystals, which we can provide. There are also other cleaning tablets available that are safe to use with your aligners.
Will Invisalign aligners affect my speech?
When you first start wearing your aligners, it's common to notice a slight lisp or some difficulty in speaking clearly. However, most patients adjust within a few days, and their speech returns to normal without any long-term effects.
Can I drink hot beverages like coffee or tea while wearing Invisalign?
You should remove your aligners before drinking hot beverages like coffee or tea, as heat can cause the aligners to warp. If you want to keep them in, opt for cooler or lukewarm drinks to avoid damaging them.
Are Invisalign aligners painful?
While Invisalign treatment in Holland, MI, is generally more comfortable than traditional braces, you may experience mild pressure or discomfort when switching to a new set of aligners. This is normal and indicates that your teeth are gradually shifting into place. Any discomfort usually subsides within a few days as your mouth adjusts to the new aligners.
What happens if I lose or damage an aligner?
If you lose or damage an aligner, contact our office at Christopher Nelis, DDS immediately. We recommend wearing your previous aligner or moving on to the next one, depending on your progress. In some cases, a replacement aligner may need to be ordered from the Invisalign lab.
What happens if I don’t wear my aligners as instructed?
Not wearing your Invisalign aligners as recommended can delay your treatment and negatively impact your results. Teeth may shift out of position, and you might need additional aligners or adjustments to get back on track. Dr. Nelis and our team will emphasize the importance of following the treatment plan to ensure the best outcome.
Get Ready for An Attractive, Confident Smile
Align crowded teeth and improve a poorly aligned bite with Invisalign orthodontics. These clear teeth aligner trays from Christopher Nelis, DDS gently shift teeth to enhance a patient's function and comfort while establishing an attractive, confident grin. Reserve your visit at our Holland, MI location to learn more about the benefits of Invisalign clear aligners or to begin your orthodontic treatment.