Invisalign®
Like braces and other orthodontic appliances, Invisalign® is a tool that is used by your dental provider to correct the position of your teeth and create a healthy, functional, and beautiful smile. Invisalign® is a great alternative for those adults and teenagers wanting to straighten their teeth, but who do not like the idea of wearing braces. Like any tool, however, the results from utilizing invisalign are determined by the skill of the professional and their experience with the Invisalign system.
By choosing to be treated with Invisalign® by Dr. Johnson or Dr. Lingenbrink, you are choosing an orthodontic specialist, with four years of dental education plus three additional years of orthodontic training. In addition to this Dr. Johnson and Dr. Lingenbrink are recognized as Diamond+ Invisalign® providers, meaning that they are in the top 1% of all Invisalign® providers in the world. This honor is awarded to our doctors because of their experience treating patients with Invisalign® and gives them access to Invisalign® advanced treatment courses, which are reserved for their top providers.
More importantly, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Lingenbrink are trained in multiple orthodontic techniques and appliances and will help you decide which is the most appropriate for your individual care
Invisalign® APP
At Johnsonlink Orthodontics, we’re excited to share with you that Align Technology, the creators of Invisalign®, recently launched a new mobile app called “My Invisalign®” to help you stay on track with your Invisalign® treatment.
What are the benefits?
Receive reminders and notifications when it’s time to change aligners
Easily track next aligner change with a personal treatment calendar
Find answers to commonly asked questions
Save photos and comments to calendar as your smile improves
Share progress photos with friends and family
Stay motivated as you transform your smile and life
Invisalign® patients can download the “My Invisalign®” app for free for iPhone from the App Store and for Android phones from Google Play, or by searching for “My Invisalign®” in your app store of choice.
we ask that every Invisalign® patient keep their immediate last aligner as a back up for their current tray
ITERO SCANNER
What is the iTero scanner?
The scanner is a small hand held device, which can be used to scan the whole mouth. It digitally captures the structure of your teeth and gums using safe technology. It is time saving and takes about 10 minutes to do a full scan. It effectively determines the best possible journey for treatment.
The iTero scanner has multiple benefits for our patients.
It is a time saving procedure, making your appointment time much faster
Immediate feedback allows you to see your treatment needs instantly
No more mess or discomfort with impressions
Accurate imaging enables a more comfortable and better fit of aligners
Its a safe, radiation free option that can be used on everyone
We ask that every Invisalign® patient bring their current box of trays with them to their appointments.
Invisalign® FAQ’s
How much does Invisalign® cost?
In most cases, the cost of Invisalign® treatment is similar to the cost of braces. Your doctor will determine the cost of your treatment based on how complex your case is and how many aligners you need. There are several options to make Invisalign® treatment more affordable for you, from using insurance and tax-free dollars to flexible monthly payment plans.
How does Invisalign® work?
Invisalign® treatment is the process of wearing a series of clear, removable aligners that gradually straighten your teeth. No brackets and wires, and none of the restrictions that come with metal braces. Invisalign® clear aligners are made of flexible plastic — specifically, a patented thermoplastic material called SmartTrack® created exclusively for Invisalign® treatment. Invisalign® clear aligners are FDA-approved and contain no BPA, BPS, latex, or gluten. They are thin, clear, and fit snugly over your teeth, making them virtually invisible.
How to clean Invisalign®
You can brush them with a toothbrush and toothpaste and rinse them in lukewarm water. Never use hot water on your aligners — it could permanently warp the plastic. Invisalign® Cleaning Crystals are also available, for cleaning your aligners.
How long does Invisalign® take?
Depending on the severity of your case, treatment times may vary. Start with a consultation and get a customized treatment plan.
How to get Invisalign®.
Every smile is unique, which is why your Invisalign® treatment starts with a consultation from an orthodontist. During your consultation, your doctor will help you determine what Invisalign treatment can do for your smile.
What is Invisalign® like?
The Invisalign® Difference - A modern, fully digitized experience to help you get the smile you want, the way you want. Invisalign® clear aligners fit your life, they don’t interrupt it. At every stage, you’ll be able to see your progress and enjoy your smile as it transforms.
How to straighten teeth without braces?
Invisalign® is a clear aligner alternative to traditional metal braces. Invisalign® treatment is developed with SmartTrack® material, using the latest in SmartStage® Technology and SmartForce attachments, to gradually move your teeth into the corrected position.
Invisalign® Treatment for Teenagers
At our office, we can treat simple to complex teen cases using Invisalign®. Cases ranging from crowding, spacing, overbites, underbites, open bites or even crossbites, we are an experienced Invisalign® provider and can customize a treatment plan for your teen. Give your teen a proven treatment with technologically advanced as they are!
Parents, did you know?
When it comes to wearing metal braces, an overwhelming 92% of teens feel that it would keep them from fitting in with their peers*. It turns out that standing out in the crowd isn’t always a good thing. AND teens wearing Invisalign® clear aligners are 2x more likely to have a boost in self-esteem while in treatment than teens treated with metal braces.* It’s hard to show confidence with a mouth full of metal.
*The Invisalign® Teen confidence survey was conducted in 2014 and polled 3577 U.S. teenagers aged 13-17 and 2118 U.S. mothers of teens aged 13-17 who wear or have worn Invisalign® clear aligners. The survey was conducted by Kalton, a leading global consumer insights and research firm.
