Invisalign® Teeth Straightening Decatur, GA

Properly aligned, straight teeth help improve oral health and provide a stunning smile. Gaps, crooked teeth, and a misaligned bite can lead to future dental issues that are painful and may need an expensive procedure to restore your oral health. Our team of board-certified dental professionals is proud to offer the Invisalign® aligning system for individuals in Decatur, GA. Custom-made for your teeth and designed to meet your goals, Invisalign clear aligners are more comfortable and attractive than metal orthodontics. They are also removable to make brushing, flossing, and eating much more accessible. If you're excited about getting a straighter, more attractive smile, contact us to schedule a consultation with an Invisalign dentist at MINT dentistry. Our boutique practice in Decatur, GA utilizes cutting-edge dental tools, techniques, and technology, like Invisalign treatment so that you can get an attractive, vibrant smile you'll want to share with the world.

Several factors influence the alignment of your teeth. They include the loss of one or many teeth, a traumatic accident to the face, or if you sucked your thumb as a child. Misaligned teeth can lead to other oral health problems like dental malocclusion (a bad bite), ground-down enamel, difficulty speaking and chewing, toothaches, and TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder). If your MINT dental team sees any of these problems during your annual examination, we may suggest an orthodontic treatment, like Invisalign teeth straightening.

Clear Invisalign aligners can be wonderful for adults and teens in Decatur, GA who would like straighter teeth but without the appearance and hassle of metal braces. Although you should wear your aligners most of the time, they can be taken out so you can brush your teeth and eat, plus for special events and sports. More discreet than metal braces, most people won't be able to tell that you are wearing your Invisalign trays.

When your consultation is complete, we craft your Invisalign trays using the digital x-rays taken in our MINT dentistry office. You will return to receive your first set of aligners and instructions from one of our skilled doctors. You should wear your aligners for at least 20 – 22 hours each day for the treatment to be effective, ideally removing them only for eating and cleaning. After about two weeks, you will switch to your second set of aligners so they gently shift your teeth closer to their final alignment. You will need to schedule appointments every 4 – 6 weeks so our Invisalign dentist can check your treatment progress and you can get more digital x-rays taken, which will be used to make your next set of aligners. How long you will need to wear your aligners will vary based on your starting bite and your goals, but most individuals undergo the Invisalign process for an average of 1 – 2 years.

You should let your gums and jaw adjust to their new position once your Invisalign treatment is complete. Invisalign Vivera® retainers are specially made to hold your teeth in place after you complete your final set of aligning trays. Each retainer will be specially made for you at the Invisalign dental lab based on digital impressions taken after your teeth are in the right position. Your Invisalign provider will tell you when to use your retainer and how to care for it. Our team will continue checking your alignment and bite at your dental examinations to ensure they remain straight.

Some of the cost of Invisalign aligners may be covered by dental insurance. We will get more information on your specific policy coverage and determine your remaining bill. MINT dentistry in Decatur, GA is proud to accept payment solutions to cover out-of-pocket expenses or if you aren't using insurance. At your consultation, we will review your estimated bill and ways to make your Invisalign care fit your budget, including flexible payment plans and medical financing. It is essential to keep in mind that a gorgeous smile is an invaluable asset. Our team is dedicated to helping you easily afford the smile of your dreams.

When you or your teen desires straight teeth without the hassle of traditional braces, Invisalign clear aligners can be a good option. Please schedule an appointment at our dental facility to learn more about the advanced Invisalign teeth aligners. Our MINT dentistry team in Decatur, GA can develop your Invisalign plan at your appointment and start you on the path to a healthy, beautiful smile.