Invisalign Mesquite

Boosted Confidence

Having clear aligners instead of metal braces will ensure that no unwanted attention is drawn to your smile. However, that isn’t the only way Invisalign can benefit your self-esteem. Since the aligners are low-profile and custom-made to fit the contours of your teeth, you can continue to speak and smile with confidence as well. Plus, they are removable, allowing you to take them out before big events or presentations.

Freedom to Eat Your Favorite Foods

With traditional braces, patients are given a long list of foods to avoid, including popcorn and tortilla chips. With Invisalign, that’s not the case. In fact, you can eat what you like without worrying about breaking a bracket or wire. Just slip the aligners out before meals and snacks!

Tip: Eat lots of nutrient-dense foods, like fresh fruits and vegetables, to help keep your smile healthy from the inside out (and reduce the risk of treatment plan delays)!

Improved Comfort

Metal-free braces aren’t just more aesthetically pleasing; they are also more comfortable! In fact, patients often don’t experience any soft tissue irritation or mouth sores during the teeth-straightening process with Invisalign. Plus, if you start to experience any soreness or discomfort from the movement of your teeth, you can use a cold compress or take OTC pain medication.

Hassle-Free Dental Care

Another considerable perk: you don’t need to adopt a cumbersome oral hygiene regimen. Instead, you can take your aligners off and complete your dental care regimen as usual! Just make sure that you incorporate taking care of your trays. Otherwise, they will quickly discolor and develop an unpleasant odor, drawing attention to your smile for all the wrong reasons.

Fewer Check-In Visits

If you had braces in the past, then you may remember attending monthly adjustment appointments. That’s not a part of the Invisalign process! Instead, you’ll be given several sets of aligners, as well as dates for when to transition to the next set. Then, you’ll come to our office when you’re done (usually about 6-8 weeks later) so we can monitor the progress. Oftentimes, these visits are 20 minutes or less too!

Crowded Teeth

Lack of space between teeth can produce more than an unsightly appearance. It can also make practicing good oral hygiene much harder. Brushing and flossing can become challenging or even impossible, increasing the risk of decay and gum disease. However, with Invisalign, the clear aligners can move teeth, so they fall into alignment, allowing for appropriate spacing so that no more overlapping occurs, and at-home oral hygiene habits are successful.

Gaps Between Teeth

If you have one or more large gaps between your teeth, one of the following is likely the reason:

• Your natural bone development is “off”
• You have small teeth
• You have a large jawbone
• You practiced thumb sucking or tongue thrust as a child

Food particles and bacteria can become trapped in these spaces over time, making cavities and gum disease a potential problem. With Invisalign, though, the clear trays will push your teeth closer together so that gaps begin to close, creating a more stunning aesthetic and healthier smile.

Overbite

Having your teeth slightly protrude over your bottom teeth is normal. This type of overbite is unlikely to cause any problems with your oral health; however, one that is significantly more prominent can lead to worn-down tooth enamel, jaw pain, and the potential for dental damage. Addressing an overbite with Invisalign may require the use of rubber bands to help guide the upper row of teeth backward, but you can be sure that over time, your upper and lower rows of teeth will shift into alignment to create a more cohesive and functional smile.

Underbite

Your lower set of teeth should not stick out over your top row. If it does, you have an underbite. This developmental problem can be caused by genetics, non-nutritive habits during childhood (i.e., thumb sucking, etc.), or even facial trauma. An untreated underbite can lead to mouth breathing as well as difficulty eating certain foods. Fortunately, Invisalign clear aligners can fix the issue with the help of elastic bands or other similar attachments. By pulling the lower jaw back, your teeth will align so that future dental damage dramatically decreases.

Crossbite

When the upper and lower rows of teeth overlap, a crossbite forms. Smiling may not be something you prefer if you have this type of malocclusion, as it can cause low self-esteem. It can also take a toll on your tooth enamel if left untreated. The good news is that Invisalign can shift your lower teeth, so they match up with your top ones instead of remaining pushed out in front of them.

It is important to remember, though, that if your crossbite is the result of poor jaw development, Invisalign may be used in combination with another form of treatment.

Open Bite

An open bite is when teeth touch in the back of the mouth but not in the front when the mouth is closed. Correcting this type of problem oftentimes requires traditional orthodontics; however, Invisalign aligners are now capable of moving both the upper and lower arches, so they come together naturally and without causing any pain. Not only does this lower the potential for further enamel erosion over time, but it also decreases the likelihood of damage (i.e., chips, cracks, etc.) and possible speech impediments.

Factors That Affect the Cost of Invisalign

So far, Invisalign has helped more than 12 million patients achieve their smile goals. That’s impressive! Since no two patients are exactly the same, the details of their treatment plans naturally vary. Before providing you with the cost of Invisalign in Mesquite, our team will need to determine several important factors, including the severity of your misalignment, how many aligners are needed, and if any additional accessories are required, like rubber bands.

Another important factor that patients often forget is compliance. If you neglect to follow your dentist’s instructions, then there is a good chance you’ll fall off-track with your plan, requiring more time and money to be spent on treatment. So, make sure to prioritize all of the guidelines, from wearing the aligners for 22 hours a day to attending each follow-up appointment.

Invisalign vs. DIY Clear Aligners: Which Costs More?

When comparing the upfront cost, do-it-yourself clear aligners are inexpensive. As you know, cheaper isn’t necessarily better, especially when it comes to something as important as your smile. To create a lower upfront price, DIY braces often bypass important steps, like starting with a thorough dental exam and including supervision from a licensed dental professional. If that wasn’t risky enough, they also don’t have support from professional organizations, like the American Dental Association. Invisalign, on the other hand, is safe, thorough, consistent, and has reliably helped more than 12 million patients achieve their smile goals.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Invisalign?

Sometimes, yes! While it’s always important to check the fine print on your specific dental plan, many dental insurance providers offer a once-in-a-lifetime benefit for orthodontic treatment. If you are unsure about your coverage or need help understanding your out-of-pocket expenses, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team at TrueCare Dentistry. We’re proud to work with several popular providers, including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, and Humana.

Options for Making Invisalign Affordable

Don’t have dental insurance? Good news: We offer another way to make Invisalign more affordable! With CareCredit, you can space out your payments into manageable monthly chunks. That way, clear aligner treatment can easily fit into your budget. We also offer periodic specials, like a $99 new patient offer, which can help lower the cost of essential dental care. Don’t worry – our Invisalign dentist in Mesquite will review all of this information with you during your initial consultation.