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How Does Invisalign Work to Straighten Your Teeth?
Orthodontic problems like crooked teeth, overcrowding, and malocclusion are more common than people think. Fortunately, there are options to metal braces for improving your smile. One of the most popular solutions is Invisalign. Drs. Chase Yerger and Diana Stewart from Yerger Family Dental in Miles City, Montana, are the dentists to see for Invisalign clear aligner therapy. Here’s what you should know about this treatment.
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is an orthodontic procedure that straightens teeth using a series of detachable, clear plastic aligners. There are no brackets and wires to irritate your gum tissues or bothersome restrictions to keep. At the end of your treatment, a beautiful, perfectly aligned smile awaits you.Â
How does Invisalign work to straighten your teeth?
The first step is a consultation to get a clear picture of the orthodontic problems you must fix. Using 3D imaging, our dentists can evaluate your teeth, gums, and jaw and map out your entire treatment to see how Invisalign can transform your smile. Once a plan has been formulated for treatment, we’ll have a series of aligners custom-made for your use. You’ll always wear the aligners, even when you sleep, to slowly shift your teeth into alignment. You can remove the aligners to eat, brush your teeth, and do special activities. Afterward, they need to go right back on your teeth. Every few weeks, you’ll switch to the next set of aligners in your series to keep up the momentum of straightening your teeth until your smile goals are achieved.Â
What are some of the main benefits of Invisalign?
Invisalign offers the following perks to facilitate your orthodontic treatment:Â
- Comfort: Invisalign aligners are easy to use and comfortable to wear as they’re custom-made for your teeth.
- Invisibility: The aligners are virtually invisible on your teeth and won’t make you feel awkward about your appearance.
- Flexibility: Invisalign offers the flexibility of removable aligners to eat and brush your teeth like normal.Â
- Fewer dental visits to disrupt your life and schedule: we will see you every 4 to 6 weeks to monitor your progress. We are, however, available at any time to answer your questions or deal with issues that may arise during your procedure.
Call Our Office for More Information
New Patients:
(406) 233-1241 | Existing Patients:
(406) 232-2214
How long will my treatment take?
Treatment times vary depending on the complexity of your treatment. Simple cases like closing tooth gaps may take as little as six months. More complex issues will take longer. Average treatments take between 12 and 18 months to complete.Â
Are Invisalign teeth straightening results permanent?
Yes! You’ll be able to enjoy your straighter, healthier smile for life! We will provide you with a retainer you wear at night to keep your teeth from returning to their former misaligned position.Â
Where can I go for Invisalign teeth straightening treatment near me?
Your Invisalign journey to a straighter, healthier smile can start at Yerger Family Dental in Miles City, MT. To schedule a consultation for Invisalign treatment, contact Drs. Chase Yerger or Diana Stewart today at (406) 233-1241.
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Our Doctors
Chase Yerger, DMD, established Yerger Family Dental in 2014. He is a trusted source of dental care for many families in Eastern, Montana due to his attention to detail and professionalism. He is assisted by Diana Stewart, DMD, who joined him in 2018. She is an outstanding clinician and an asset to the Miles City community. She possesses the highest values and craftsmanship patients have come to expect and appreciate, and loves treating both adults and children.
