Dr. Mireles, an Invisalign dentist in Salinas, often recommends an Invisalign procedure rather than traditional braces. Invisalign is the breakthrough technology that lets you have the smile you've always wanted without the hassle of braces. By using a series of clear, removable aligners, Invisalign straightens your teeth with results you'll notice sooner than you think. The course of treatment involves changing aligners approximately every two weeks, moving your teeth into straighter position step-by-step, until you have a more beautiful smile. And unlike conventional braces, these clear aligners can be removed while you eat and brush your teeth as usual. An average Invisalign course of treatment takes about a year.
| Â | INVISALIGN | BRACES |
|---|---|---|
| Effectively treats a wide variety of cases, including crowding, spacing, crossbite, overbite and underbite. | X | X |
| Straightens your teeth | X | X |
| Average cost is about $5,000* | X | X |
| Allows you to eat whatever foods you enjoy | X | Â |
| Lets you remove the device when you want | X | Â |
| Lets you enjoy virtually invisible teeth-straightening | X | Â |
| Allows you to brush and floss your teeth normally for better periodontal health | X | Â |
| Consists of smooth, comfortable plastic instead of sharp metal that is more likely to irritate your cheeks and gums | X | Â |
| Frees up your busy schedule, with office visits only every four to six weeks | X | Â |
| Invisalign Teen: Provides up to six free replacement aligners if lost or broken.** | X | Â |
* November 2010 Invisalign Patient Survey
** Invisalign Teen Only
