Invisalign

Dr. Del Toro and Dr. Kimes are Certified Invisalign® Providers

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign uses a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable plastic aligners that no one can tell you're wearing. In addition to Invisalign there are other similar plastic aligners available to straighten teeth in patients with simple problems.

Why would I consider plastic aligners?

Not only are the aligners invisible, they are removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment. Plus, brushing and flossing are no problem. They are also comfortable, with no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment. And no metal and wires usually means you spend less time in your doctor's office getting adjustments. Invisalign also allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan when you start so you can see how your straight teeth will look when your treatment is complete.

How do plastic aligners work?

You wear each set of aligners for about 2 weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move — little by little, week by week — until they have straightened to the final position Dr. Del Toro and Dr. Kimes have prescribed. You'll visit our office about once every 6-8 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned. Total treatment time averages 12-24 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.

Learn more about Invisalign on their web site at www.invisalign.com.