Invisalign Clear Aligners – Brookfield, WI
Get a Straight Smile with Clear Aligners
You have always wanted a straight smile, but you missed the opportunity during your youth to get braces. Now, you think you are too old for orthodontics because of the juvenile appearance brackets and wires create. Did you know you can choose a virtually invisible solution with Invisalign clear aligners in Brookfield, WI? 1 in 5 orthodontic patients is now over the age of 21 thanks to less noticeable treatments that use clear aligners. At Elmbrook Family Dental, we will help you achieve the smile of your dreams with a discreet, sophisticated option.
Why Choose Elmbrook Family Dental for Invisalign Clear Aligners?
- Average Case Only Takes 6 Months
- Most Affordable Invisalign in the Area
- See Your Result Before Treatment Even Starts
Invisalign vs. Metal Braces
Metal braces are a common solution for orthodontic concerns because they are effective for treating even the most complex cases. Brackets and wires gradually pull the teeth into their ideal positions. Although they offer predictable results, they are noticeable and have several disadvantages, like dietary restrictions.
Invisalign is different because it does not use brackets or wires. Instead, custom-fit aligners worn over your teeth gradually move them. Clear aligners offer an ideal cosmetic dental solution with a virtually undetectable treatment and also resolve the common complaints of metal braces.
How Does Invisalign Work?
When you're ready to straighten your teeth, we start with data collection, which is a 3D scan, photos, and X-rays. This allows us to create a computer simulation to share with you how your teeth can move and how long it will take to fix your smile.
The national average Invisalign case takes 11 months, however, with our advanced training, proven techniques, and access to things that 99% of all other Invisalign dentists don't have, that same 11-month Invisalign case is reduced to only 6 months. Our goal is to make Invisalign work quicker, better, and easier for you!
Three weeks after you accept treatment, you’ll return to receive your first trays, which you’ll wear 24/7 except when you clean your teeth. Some patients need IPR (interproximal reduction), or polishing between certain teeth to create extremely small amounts of space to un-crowd them and help the trays fit and look better. Others will need attachments - tooth-colored buttons placed on teeth at the beginning and polished off at the end that help move your teeth more reliably and efficiently.
After we get you going, and things look good, we’ll give you multiple trays to take home and start at specific dates. The only thing you need to do is wear the trays all the time, and our team will take care of everything else.
When you're happy with your smile, and we’re happy with the position and functionality of your teeth, you’ll receive a set of upper and lower retainers that look like your Invisalign trays but are just a little thicker. You’ll wear retainers at night, every night to keep your teeth where you are happy. They also work great to protect your teeth from clenching and grinding and they can be used for professional whitening.
Since we want your teeth to stay where they are, research says that you should get new ones a minimum of every two years to prevent shifting. But experience shows that some people go through retainers more quickly than others, so in the future, we’re happy to help you out with additional retainers when you need them.
Benefits of Invisalign
Since no brackets or wires are used, Invisalign offers a variety of advantages that are not possible with traditional braces, such as:
- Transparent plastic makes them virtually invisible.
- Custom-fit aligners to prevent slipping when speaking or smiling.
- Smooth aligners prevent irritation to the inside of your lips and cheeks.
- Removable to eliminate dietary restrictions.
- Less time in the dental chair because you do not need appointments for adjustments.
- Easy to clean.
- Your oral hygiene remains unchanged.
- Results in as few as 6 months.
Is Invisalign Right for Me?
Invisalign is effective for correcting a variety of bite and alignment concerns. You need to attend an initial consultation to ensure it is right for you, and you must be committed to following your treatment correctly to remain on track with the progression.
If you are ready for a straight smile, Elmbrook Family Dental can help. Contact our dental office today to see if clear braces in Brookfield are right for you.
Understanding the Cost of Invisalign
One of the biggest questions we hear is how can Elmbrook Family Dental provide so much more than anyone else while costing so much less? After completing advanced education with the American Academy of Clear Aligners, including an exclusive mentorship program that only accepts a handful of dentists each year, Dr. Taibl is offered discounts from Invisalign well beyond what many other dentists will receive, and because he enjoys making people smile with Invisalign, he chooses to pass those savings along to you.
Although it isn’t the only factor, the cost of your treatment is certainly something that will influence whether or not Invisalign is the right teeth-straightening solution for you. While it’s impossible to give you an accurate price estimate without a consultation, we can share what influences the final answer. So, keep reading to learn the factors that affect the cost, options for making Invisalign affordable, and more!
Factors That Affect the Cost of Invisalign
One of the reasons the initial consultation is so important is because Invisalign isn’t a one-size-fits-all treatment. On the contrary, it’s completely tailored to each patient’s unique dental needs and smile goals. Factors like the severity of your misalignment, whether you need to straighten one arch of teeth or both, and your age need to be considered upfront. Of course, once you begin your clear aligner journey, something else will come into play: your compliance with the treatment guidelines. After all, neglecting to follow the “rules,” like the 22-hour-a-day wear-time, can cause you to fall off-track with your original plan, which may necessitate a larger investment of your time and money.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Invisalign?
Some dental insurance providers do cover Invisalign! So, double-check the fine print on your dental plan before automatically assuming that’s not the case. If you are having trouble understanding your benefits or would like to learn more about your out-of-pocket investment, then don’t hesitate to ask our team so we can help make the process of utilizing your benefits as easy as possible.
Options for Making Invisalign Affordable
If you are uninsured, then you’ll be happy to know that dental insurance isn’t the only financial solution available. Our team is proud to also welcome CareCredit! CareCredit is a third-party financier that has several payment plans available, some of which have little-to-no interest attached. Perhaps even better, it only takes a few clicks to sign up.
Invisalign Frequently Asked Questions
Are you wondering what life with Invisalign aligners will be like? Straightening your teeth using trays instead of metal braces offers a variety of benefits, including discretion and comfort. With Invisalign clear braces, you’ll be able to improve orthodontic issues faster and without the added hassle that comes with traditional brackets and wires. For your convenience, we’ve answered some common questions we receive from patients below.
Does it hurt to wear Invisalign aligners?
One of the most common questions our patients ask us before they commit to Invisalign is whether it hurts to wear the aligners. For people who are familiar with traditional orthodontic treatment, it’s easy to associate every oral appliance with discomfort or pain. Fortunately, Invisalign aligners are customized to fit your mouth and made from smooth plastic, allowing for a more comfortable solution than metal brackets and wires that can irritate your oral tissues.
Generally, Invisalign treatment isn’t painful; however, patients often report some tenderness and soreness on the first day of a new set of trays. This can be easily combatted by switching your aligners at night so you can sleep through a majority of the adjustment period. You can also take over-the-counter pain medication to ease some of your discomfort. Other than this, Invisalign aligners are said to be significantly more comfortable than traditional braces.
How often do I need to visit my dentist during Invisalign treatment?
Depending on your unique treatment, most patients need to return to our dental office every six to eight weeks for a quick progress check and to pick up their new aligners. This is just so we can examine your teeth and make sure that you’re on the right track toward achieving exquisite results.
How do I take care of my aligners?
Since your aligners are removable, they’re also easy to maintain. It’s important to regularly clean your trays to prevent bacteria from transferring to your mouth or becoming trapped between your aligners and teeth. Here are some basic aligner maintenance instructions:
- Every morning and night, thoroughly rinse your aligners under cool or lukewarm water.
- Each day, clean your aligners using a soft-bristled brush and clear, antibacterial hand soap.
- For 15 minutes each day, soak your aligners in a 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water or Invisalign cleaning solution to sanitize your trays.
- After each time you eat, brush and floss your teeth before you put your aligners back in your mouth.
Will I need to wear a retainer after Invisalign treatment?
After your Invisalign treatment is complete, you will need to wear a retainer to maintain the beautiful results. Depending on your needs, we may suggest you wear your retainer for several months around the clock, or only at night. Some patients may also be candidates for a permanent retainer.