Invisalign®: The Clear Choice

INVISALIGN: The Clear Choice WHY CHOOSE INVISALIGN? 1. Invisible Care Clear aligners are nearly undetectable No cosmetic concerns, unlike metal braces 2. Improved Dental Health Take aligners out to brush and floss No changes to oral hygiene routine 3. Fewer Orthodontic Visits No need to tighten like metal braces Visits every 2-6 weeks 4. Faster Results 9-15 month average treatment time 24 month average for metal braces 5. Increased Comfort No metal edges to irritate soft tissue Smooth, plastic aligners WHAT TO EXPECT DURING TREATMENT YOUR DENTIST WILL... 1. Assess your teeth and take X-rays 2. Make a 3D model of your teeth 3. Set a unique treatment plan 4. Create aligners using 3D model and adjustment plan YOU WILL... 1. Change aligners every 2 weeks 2. Take aligners out to brush, floss, eat: wear 20-22 hours daily 3. See dentist every 2-6 weeks 4. Enjoy your new smile! HOW TO CARE FOR INVISALIGN ALIGNERS Use the Invisalign Cleaning System Soak aligners in special cleaner Thoroughly brush trays daily to avoid bacteria buildup Avoid soaking in colored mouthwash Always brush teeth after eating and before reinserting aligners Follow your dentist's cleaning recommendations INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: DR. KENN KAKOSIAN, D.D.S., P.C. * invisalign www.midtownmanhattandentistry.com Sources http://www.kakosiandental.com/procedures_invisalign.php http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/straight-talk-about-braces-for-adults?page-2 http://www.invisalign.com/how-invisalign-works/treatment-process http://voices.yahoo.com/keeping-invisalign-trays-elean-fresh-881949.html?cat-5