If Dr. Piorkowski decides you are a good candidate for Invisalign®, the next step involves taking digital impressions of the teeth so we can create a 3D model of your future smile. The digital images are sent to the lab that will be creating your aligner trays. These will be shipped to our office, and you will receive your first set with instructions on how to wear and take care of your aligners. You will receive a new set of trays every couple of weeks as the teeth start to shift into their new position. This is why it is so important for you to wear your aligners for several hours of the day. For many patients, the Invisalign® treatment process can take less than a year.
If you have always had uneven teeth or gaps between your teeth and are self-conscious about your smile, you may have explored the idea of getting braces. Fortunately, there is an alternative to wearing braces with metal wires and brackets. Dr. Edward Piorkowski is an authorized provider of Invisalign®, an invisible teeth straightening solution that can straighten your teeth in months.
These clear aligners are customized for you and designed to be worn almost all day and night. You can remove them for special events, when taking pictures, or when eating. The aligners put gentle pressure on the teeth to slowly shift the teeth into position. Unlike other teeth straightening systems, Invisalign® trays will not irritate the gums and you will feel more comfortable wearing them day after day as the weeks go by.
If you want to learn more about adult braces and Invisalign®, schedule a consultation with Dr. Piorkowski today. Call now for your free consultation.