Metal braces are a teeth straightening option of the past for teens and adults. If you are in need of a smile correction but don’t want metal braces, our cosmetic dentists offer Invisalign aligners to our patients. Invisalign gives you a stunning, straight smile without the noticeable metal wiring from braces.
Contact us for more information on Invisalign adult orthodontics or to schedule your initial consultation.
Cosmetic Dentist Provides Invisalign Clear Aligners iN Madison, WI
For teens and adults, getting braces can be embarrassing. Metal braces are obvious and can hurt a teen’s self-esteem. In a business setting, braces can seem unprofessional or be a distraction.
Invisalign clear plastic retainers, also called Invisalign braces or clear aligners, are a form of cosmetic dentistry that uses a series of clear, comfortable and removable aligners to straighten crooked, gapped and crowded teeth gradually. Straight teeth are more than aesthetically pleasing: they mean healthier gums, easier cleanings, improved chewing and speech function and decreased risk of future tooth trauma. By wearing clear plastic aligners from Total Care Dental, you can avoid the negatives of visible braces while still correcting your smile’s alignment.
Comfortable Braces Alternative For Teens and Adults
Invisalign braces are smooth and easier to use than metal braces by eliminating the need for metal brackets and wires. This orthodontic appliance is made of strong, medical-grade plastic that corrects spacing and bite problems with great precision. Invisible braces are compact and custom-made to the characteristics of your mouth.
Braces Alternative For Sports Players
You won’t have to give up your favorite hobbies or activities with Invisalign. Metal braces can cause injuries to the mouth during athletic activities. If you’re on a sports team and worry about metal braces cutting your mouth, clear braces are easily removable so you can wear a mouth guard instead.
Discrete appearance: Invisalign is clear so they don’t detract from your face or smile. Most people won’t even know you’re wearing your aligners.
Comfortable fit: Invisalign reduces the discomfort that typically comes with traditional braces such as pain and scraping against your tongue, cheeks, or gums.
Removable:Easily remove the aligner trays to brush your teeth, eat/drink, and play sports.
Shorter treatment time: Traditional braces typically are worn for about 2 years while Invisalign treatments may be completed between 8-12 months.
Improved oral health: With Invisalign, oral health is as simple as removing your aligners and brushing and flossing as usual. You don’t have to worry about brushing around your brackets and wires or stains and cavities after completing the treatment.
Less dental visits: Metal braces require more office visits for tightening and rubber bands. Invisalign’s treatment program allows you to obtain multiple trays at once, so you can move on to the next phase without an office visit.
No dietary restrictions: The ability to remove the aligners allows you to eat and drink whatever you want.
Invisalign vs Traditional Braces & retainers
Traditional Braces
Invisalign
May be needed for 2 or more years to take full effect
Takes 8 to 12 months to work on average
Made from traditional brackets and wires
Made from SmartTrack material
In-person consultations with a doctor of your choice
In-person consultations with a doctor of your choice
Cannot remove for eating, drinking & flossing
Easily removable for eating, drinking & flossing
Required emergency visits for broken wires
No emergency visits for broken wires
Virtually visible
Virtually invisible
Covered by many orthodontic insurance plans
Covered by many dental insurance plans
Possible cuts on the inside cheeks
Comfortable to wear
More required visits to the orthodontist
Less required visits to the dentist
How Do Invisalign Clear Aligners Work?
Invisalign works by using a series of clear, custom-made aligners that gradually shift your teeth into the desired position. These aligners are made from smooth, BPA-free plastic and are virtually invisible, making them a popular choice for both teens and adults.
During your initial consultation, your dentist will take 3D images of your teeth to create a personalized treatment plan. This plan outlines the gradual movement of your teeth and helps design your custom aligners. You'll wear each set of aligners for about one to two weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush and floss. As you progress through the sets, your teeth will move incrementally until they reach their final positions.
Regular check-ups with your dentist every six to eight weeks ensure that your treatment is on track. Once your treatment is complete, you may need to wear retainers to maintain your new smile and prevent your teeth from shifting back. This clear, convenient and effective method of teeth straightening makes Invisalign a popular choice for achieving a straighter smile without the hassle of traditional braces.
How much do Invisalign Clear Aligners cost in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, Invisalign treatment ranges from $4,000 to $7,000, and in situations where minimal correction is needed, as little as $3,000. The cost varies based on the complexity of your treatment and your insurance coverage.
Candidates for Invisalign Clear Retainers
Good candidates for Invisalign aligners meet the following criteria:
Disciplined: Willing to follow a structured treatment plan by wearing aligners for 22 hours per day and retainers thereafter.
Looking for discreet treatment: Prefers near-invisible aligners.
Old enough: Must have all adult teeth in place.
Needing mild to moderate correction: Invisalign is great at treating misaligned, gapped, crowded, protruding and overlapping teeth.
Have an open bite: Some instances of crossbite, overbite and underbite can be corrected as well.
Are in good oral health
Have no recent extensive dental work done: Fillings, crowns, and veneers are usually fine.
Have an active lifestyle: Invisalign won’t stand in your way.
If teens still have baby teeth, the natural gaps caused when baby teeth fall out can make it difficult to see if the adult teeth are growing in correctly. X-rays and regular exams at our Madison dental clinic will track the progress of emerging teeth to see if they are straight and healthy. If not, we can begin treatment with Invisalign clear braces. Typical signs your child may need a teeth alignment treatment:
Food gets stuck between teeth
Trouble brushing, flossing or talking
Discomfort or pain in the mouth
Noticeably crooked or spaced teeth
Frequent accidental biting of inner cheeks
Signs You Need Braces as an Adult
Adult orthodontic treatments may be needed when teeth change position due to injury or the eruption of wisdom teeth. Teeth can move and shift as we age, leading to once straight teeth becoming crooked. A retainer, or mouth appliance that helps the jaw or teeth to keep their shape, can prevent this, but not always. In these situations, Invisalign is a convenient way to quietly correct your smile without anyone noticing. Other signs you may need a form of orthodontic therapy include:
Trouble brushing or flossing
Discomfort or pain in the mouth
Noticeably crooked or spaced teeth
You had braces and have not worn a retainer
What to Know About Invisalign Clear Retainers
Invisalign is an exciting development in the dental world. It’s more affordable than you might think, and your insurance may even cover the orthodontic treatment. Here are some important facts you should know about Invisalign:
Every patient has a custom treatment plan
Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible and made of smooth plastic you won't notice is there
You receive a new set of clear aligners about twice a month
Invisalign aligners are great for people who play contact sports like hockey and football
No sacrificing the foods you love, Invisalign allows you to eat anything you want
Brushing and flossing is a breeze since you don't have hard metal braces
Invisalign aligners won’t irritate cheeks and gums like normal braces
Orthodontist visits are only every four to six weeks
Many dental insurance plans cover Invisalign aligners just like normal braces
On average, Invisalign can treat anything normal braces treats faster
Invisalign Helps Malocclusion
When you have malocclusion, your top and bottom teeth don’t align when you close your mouth. If not addressed, malocclusion could impact an individual's capacity to eat and bite correctly. Beyond contributing to dental concerns like tooth decay, tooth loss, or gum disease, malocclusion can impact both your chewing ability and speech. Additionally, it has the potential to harm your tooth enamel and give rise to jaw-related problems. Tooth aligners are commonly used to fix malocclusion and gradually move your teeth into alignment.
Invisalign treatments can range between $3,000 and $7,000 depending on the type of brand. The final cost will be determined by treatment needs. We recommend a cosmetic consultation to go over your smile goals and which cosmetic treatments could work best within your budget.
Invisalign is invisible and meant for simpler orthodontics cases. Braces are recommended for more complex cases, as they have more force to move teeth around. They both achieve the same goals, though they are done in different ways and for different situations.
There are always disadvantages to dental procedures. This alternative to braces holds the patient accountable for wearing it, as it can be taken out. This can also be inconvenient as it needs to be taken out for meals and brushing.
Invisalign braces work to correct the placement of your teeth by gently shifting them over the course of several months through a series of plastic aligners. Just like traditional metal braces, this is intended to straighten teeth and correct malocclusion.
Affordable Invisalign Treatment for Adults and Teens
Invisalign aligners are in a similar price range to traditional braces with the extra benefit of being removable and discrete. The final cost will be determined by your exact needs, as every set of Invisalign braces is customized on an individual basis.
Financing for Invisalign
Low-cost dental care payment options in Madison are available including 24 months of interest-free (0%) financing through Care Credit. We even work with patients who have no dental insurance.
Total Care Dental offers multi-level payment options for a variety of dental care services at our Madison, WI location. Enjoy routine checkups, cleanings, x-rays, periodontal preventative care and more without the hassle of dealing with insurance companies that don't value your time or health needs.
Our team of compassionate and knowledgeable professionals create a warm, inviting atmosphere, ensuring patients of all ages feel welcome. At TCD, we treat every patient like a member of our family.