Invisalign Invisible Braces

Invisalign clear aligners gradually and discreetly move your teeth to their correct positions and give you a beautiful smile at the end of the treatment.

Ideally, you should only allow your orthodontist to make alterations to your Invisalign attachments. But in case of an emergency where he/she is unavailable, another orthodontist can remove your Invisalign attachments.

Yes, Invisalign works well with crowded teeth and can help straighten them out.

Yes, Invisalign braces are practically invisible to observers at a reasonable distance.

To avoid issues with attachments, always remember to remove your trays from the back first and then the front. Cold drinks and beverages make trays more inflexible, so keep your mouth dry/ warm just before removal. A great hack to remove trays easily is to use a dry paper towel to grip the trays firmly. You can even use a surgical rubber glove bought at a drugstore.

Apart from the Invisalign Full and Lite Options, we also have Invisalign Teen – specially designed for teenagers- and Invisalign i7, a three-month treatment plan comprising a set of seven clear aligners used for mild correction cases. Invisalign Teen has blue indicators that track how long you wear the device as well as considerations for the eruption of the molar teeth

Invisalign Full is the most common treatment modality since it can treat a wide range of complex tooth abnormalities whereas Invisalign Lite is used to treat only mild-to-moderate cases. Invisalign Full takes about 12-18 months and Lite takes less than 7 months to show results. Since the required number of clear aligners for Lite treatment is lesser than Invisalign Full (about 14), the cost is also lower. Refinements at the end of the Lite treatment come at an additional cost whereas Invisalign Full provides unlimited clear aligners for refinement.

Depending on the treatment you choose, Invisalign costs between €3,000/€4,000 for both arches.  At Susan Crean Dental & Facial Aesthetics we offer a wide selection of dental treatments provided by some of the best dental staff in Tralee, each treatment designed to meet the individual needs of our patients. Working with your dentist to meet your dental health goals, you’ll find that there is always something to smile about. Our prices are competitive and our services top-notch. You can call our Tralee clinic at 0667117577.

No, Invisalign does not damage the teeth at all. Rather, it makes your teeth healthier by improving functionality.

Yes, Invisalign can correct cases of overbite where upper front teeth are protruded more than usual.

Very large gaps, severely rotated teeth and abnormal tooth or jaw shapes are some things Invisalign cannot correct. Invisalign technology also cannot lower or raise the tooth from its position within the jaw.

The only way to get rid of your lisp with Invisalign is to talk more and practice proper enunciation of the words. The more you talk, the faster your tongue will adjust to your new Invisalign system. If, however, the lisp does not go away after long-term wear, do not hesitate to contact your orthodontist to check the fit of the Invisalign.

No, Invisalign braces are pain-free. However, some patients may feel some soreness or discomfort in the initial days of wearing the clear aligners, which is normal. Once the teeth adjust to the clear aligners, the discomfort will wane away. Sharp edges of your Invisalign tray may poke your gums or teeth causing some pain, which can easily be avoided by talking to your orthodontist and getting them finished properly.

Dietary factors like acid in your soft drinks or citrus fruits may weaken the bond of the attachments to the teeth. Your tray may also be too tight around the attachments. Check with your orthodontist if you experience frequent attachment loss and get them replaced as soon as possible.