Clear aligners are dental treatments that allow you to align your teeth and enhance your smile with clear, discreet plastic trays.
What Are Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners are a modern orthodontic treatment that use transparent, removable trays to straighten your teeth. The aligners are custom-made for you and designed to be virtually invisible when worn.
Process for Invisalign Treatment:
- Consultation: One of our dental professionals in Orinda will evaluate your teeth and ensure that clear aligners are a good treatment option for you.
- Custom Aligners: Your aligners will be custom-made for your mouth using 3D imaging.
- Wearing Aligners: You will need to wear each set of Invisalign trays for about two weeks. You'll regularly receive new sets of clear trays as your teeth gradually shift.
You'll need to wear your clear aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours a day to achieve optimal results. Treatment times vary, but most patients end up wearing their aligners for between 12 and 18 months. During this period, you’ll have regular check-ups to monitor your progress.