Invisalign – Bloomfield Hills, MI

You want straight teeth for a more attractive smile, but you don’t want to sacrifice your image. Teens and adults often shy away from traditional, metal orthodontics because the wires and brackets look immature, and maintenance is a hassle. What if Dr. Banda could give you the smile you want without altering your sophisticated image, without you enduring the hassle and pain of metal braces, and in less time? Thankfully, that’s possible with Invisalign! To learn more, keep reading or reach out to us to schedule a consultation.

How Invisalign Works

While traditional braces use metal brackets and wires, Invisalign uses something else: clear aligners. Each one is custom-made to fit perfectly and apply just enough pressure to move your teeth incrementally closer to their ideal positions. Then, after 7-14 days, you’ll move onto the next set of aligners in the series, and the process will start all over again. Usually, the entire treatment process only takes 6-18 months too!

Who Invisalign Can Help

Fortunately, Invisalign is quite versatile. As a result, it can help patients with mild and moderate cases of malocclusion, including overcrowding and overbites. Below, you’ll find a little more information on the common orthodontic problems clear aligners can address!

Crowded Teeth

If there isn’t enough room in your mouth, your teeth will begin to crowd together, creating unique crevices in the process. Unfortunately, this makes it harder for your toothbrush and floss to remove plaque, tartar, and other debris, like food particles, which is why patients with this orthodontic problem are at an increased risk of developing tooth decay. In that way, Invisalign can positively impact both the look and function of your smile!

Gaps Between Teeth

If the opposite is true (there is too much room in your mouth), then there will be noticeable spaces between your teeth. This also has the potential to negatively impact various aspects of your smile, including how it looks, which is why we encourage teens and adults to come in for a consultation! If you’re a candidate for Invisalign, then we can gently push your teeth back together with clear, custom, and comfortable aligners.

Bite Alignment

Do your upper teeth jut out far beyond your lower teeth? Do your lower teeth sit in front of your upper teeth? These are just two of many bite problems that can lead to chronic jaw pain, trouble chewing properly, and difficulty enunciating clearly. The good news is that Invisalign has proven to be successful at treating orthodontic issues like these – all without the metal too!

The Benefits of Invisalign

Invisalign is a cosmetic dentistry treatment that comes with numerous benefits, including:

• Banda can deliver your ideal smile in approximately 6 to 18 months.
• The aligners are removable, which makes it easy to clean your teeth.
• There aren’t any dietary restrictions.
• The aligners are virtually undetectable.
• The trays are custom-made from smooth plastic, making them quite comfortable.

How Much Does Invisalign Cost?

Each series of Invisalign trays is custom-designed for the individual patient’s unique smile, so there is no one-size-fits-all cost of treatment. There are, however, several factors that influence the cost across the board, including the overall complexity of the case, the number of aligners needed to complete treatment, and if rubber bands or any other orthodontic accessories are needed. It’s also worth noting that if your insurance plan covers traditional orthodontic treatment like metal braces, it likely will cover Invisalign treatment as well. However, every insurance plan is slightly different. Be sure to read the details of your insurance policy moving forward with treatment.

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