At Smarter Orthodontics by Dr. Maria Yazji, we offer Invisalign® for adults and teens to help you achieve a new, beautiful smile. Invisalign® uses clear aligners to gradually shift your teeth, and unlike traditional braces, it does not involve bulky or uncomfortable metal, wires or brackets. Whether you’re looking to straighten your teeth, close gaps between your teeth, fix overcrowding or more, it is a convenient, comfortable way to help you get the smile of your dreams—in the way that works best for you.
Everyone deserves a smile that they love. Invisalign® is the perfect modern, sleek orthodontic treatment to help both adults and teens achieve their dream smiles. The benefits of this clear aligner system include:
The number one benefit of Invisalign® treatment? Confidence! Having a straight, beautiful new smile increases self-esteem for teens and adults alike. Your smile is often the first aspect that others notice about you. Your treatment results can help you smile with confidence. Plus, it is designed to be nearly invisible, so that even when you are undergoing treatment, no one will notice.
Whether you are a teen with malocclusions, also known as teeth that are not properly aligned, or an adult whose teeth have shifted over time, this clear aligner system can fix your teeth’s imperfections. Invisalign® can address issues such as:
Having an aligned smile can help prevent other orthodontic issues. Straight teeth making it easier to brush and floss your teeth and have overall better dental hygiene. This not only prevents future dental issues, but overall health issues, as well.
The aligners are easy to clean—just clean them with a soft toothbrush and clear soap. Plus, your teeth stay cleaner since you don’t have to brush and floss around pesky wires and brackets.
Invisalign® for adults and teens works the same way. Using advanced 3D technology, Dr. Yazji will create different sets of unique, customized aligners. You will wear each set of aligners for 22 hours a day, and switch to a new pair about every one to two weeks. The aligners use gentle force to move your teeth into their new, straightened positions.
No, you will not have any dietary restrictions. This means you can enjoy any foods you want, as long as you remember to brush your teeth before putting your aligners back in!
Yes! Remember to only drink water with your aligners in and no sparkling water, juices, soda, coffee, tea or any other drink.
Teens’ teeth do move faster than adults’ teeth. This is because a teenager is still growing, so their teeth will have an easier time moving into place.
Every case is different, so each person in treatment will take a different amount of time. However, you can expect a teen to spend up to 18 months in treatment and an adult to spend up to two years in treatment.
Make sure to wear your aligners for 22 hours each day. Listen to any advice or instructions given to you by Dr. Yazji, and you’ll finish your treatment and see your beautiful new smile in no time.
Dr. Yazji and our amazing team at Smarter Orthodontics are proud to serve the Miami metro area with excellent orthodontic care. We are excited to offer Invisalign® for adults and teens and look forward to answering any questions you may have about this treatment during your complimentary consultation. We can’t wait to meet you!