Invisalign orthodontic treatment uses a series of clear, removable, and comfortable aligners that allow you to smile more during treatment as well as after. Invisalign clear aligners are made with 3D computer imaging technology and have been proven effective in treating a variety of cases including crowding, spacing, crossbite, overbite, and underbite.
The family dentist in our practice has received extensive training in advanced orthodontic technology and is an expert in Invisalign treatments. She is a certified clinician who provides Invisalign treatment for all of our adult patients.
5 steps of the Invisalign orthodontic treatment process
If you are considering starting the journey to a beautiful smile by going through Invisalign® orthodontic treatment all you need to do is follow these 5 steps:
Step 1: Contact our office and schedule a consultation appointment with our Invisalign provider.
You can meet our Invisalign provider at either our Mclean VA office or our Washington DC office.
Mclean office: 1363 Beverly Road, suite 250, Mclean VA 22101 T: 703-752-2200 Washington DC office: 1426 21st Street, 2nd floor Washington DC 20036 T: 202-331-3474
Call us for a consultation visit. We like to be the co-author of the journey to build your smile and confidence
Step 2: A Customized Treatment Plan will be presented to you
After careful evaluation of your teeth, bite, X-rays, and digital scan of your teeth, our Invisalign provider will begin to map out a precise plan, taking into account the movements of the teeth and the approximate length of time it takes to reposition them. You will be able to see a virtual representation of how your teeth will move at each stage, as well as the final planned result.
Step 3: Start the treatment and Receiving Custom Aligners
After agreeing to start the Invisalign treatment, you will soon receive a series of custom-made, clear aligners made specifically for your mouth. To see the best results, you must wear these aligners at least 22 hours a day, removing them only to eat, drink non-water beverages, and clean your teeth and trays.
Step 4: Change to New Aligner Every Two Weeks
In the following months, you will change to new set of aligners approximately every two weeks, and have checkups with our Invisalign provider every 6 weeks or so. At every stage you should already be able to see the positive effects of the Invisalign® process.
Step 5: Reveal and Maintain New Smile
Congratulations! While every case is unique, one year is typical for most adults to finally receive their beautiful new smile. To keep your smile as straight and bright as that happy first day, it is essential that you follow our Invisalign provider’s recommendations. This may include wearing a retainer made from the same material as the aligner trays to maintain the shape of your smile.
You can meet our Invisalign provider at either our Mclean VA office or our Washington DC office.
Mclean office: 1363 Beverly Road, suite 250, Mclean VA 22101 T: 703-752-2200 Washington DC office: 1426 21st Street, 2nd floor Washington DC 20036 T: 202-331-3474
Call us for a consultation visit. We would like to be the co-author of the journey to build your smile and confidence