Invisalign and your oral health, from Dr. Danny Weiss

OK, so we've blogged about Invisalign in the past, but today thought we'd share the health benefits of this remarkable treatment that we offer at Weiss Orthodontics. Besides straightening your teeth, did you know that Invisalign can improve your oral health? Here are three ways Invisalign can help improve your health, all while shaping your beautiful smile:

Healthy gums: Straight teeth allow a close fit for gums. This lessens the gum stress that is caused by crowded or widely spaced teeth, thus also reducing red and swollen gums.

Easy cleaning: Invisalign is removable, therefore brushing and flossing is easier and you are able to maintain a healthy mouth. These habits are vital to avoiding tooth decay, plaque, and gum disease.

Improved speech and chewing: Properly-aligned teeth don’t have the discomfort or compound speech impediments that can be caused by crowded teeth or a deteriorating jawbone.

If you have any questions about Invisalign, just ask Dr. Danny Weiss the next time you’re in for an appointment. Or, you may post your question on our Facebook page!

We hope you're all having a great summer!

Invisalign treatment at Weiss Orthodontics: How does it work? [Video]

Have you ever thought about Invisalign treatment and how it manages to straighten teeth without using braces at all? The Invisalign system is a state-of-the-art system of clear, removable aligners that we at Weiss Orthodontics proudly offer at our convenient Memphis and Millington offices. Dr. Danny Weiss offers Invisalign for teens and adults, and has plenty of resources on our website for you to check out about Invisalign. You may also give our office a call to learn if this revolutionary new treatment option is right for you!

Mom and Dad Can Have Perfect Teeth Too From Weiss Orthodontics

Focusing on your kids' teeth so much that you're neglecting your own? If you've been thinking wistfully about having your own set of perfect teeth, let Weiss Orthodontics know! We are specially trained to offer an adult-friendly option for straightening teeth called Invisalign.

This course of treatment consists of a set of clear aligners that are molded to fit your teeth using a proprietary technology. You wear them all day and night, except for meals, brushing, and flossing – when you can easily slip them out to make eating and cleaning a snap!

Because they're clear, your teeth will be steadily straightening – and no one will know it but you!

Time and expense

Your teeth are unique, and the cost of Invisalign varies according to the complexity of your treatment plan. The time involved in treatment varies as well, and with new Invisalign Express, designed specifically for common problems like minor crowding and spacing, you could have your new perfect smile in less than six months!

Thinking ahead

If your health care plan covers orthodontics, it most likely covers Invisalign treatment to the same extent as conventional braces. Check your benefits, then give us a call at Weiss Orthodontics to set up a consultation, so we can discuss the specifics of your treatment.

A few weeks into Invisalign

Last week, I showed you a video of a patient who had been wearing her Invisalign aligners for only 10 minutes. This week, I thought that I'd show you a video of a patient who has been wearing her aligners for a few weeks. I'll keep browsing YouTube in hopes of finding patient testimonials from all stages of the Invisalign process. Until then, here's stage two... a few weeks of wearing Invisalign and still a smiling face:

More About Invisalign

When you first put on Invisalign, the experience can be a little weird. You may talk with a lisp at first, the aligners might not fit completely, and your mouth might feel a bit weird in general. This is all normal. To get an in depth view of what it's like to wear Invisalign, check out this great testimonial:

Getting Invisalign in Memphis, TN

Have you been thinking about the benefits of Invisalign? Whether or not you are ready to get braces or Invisalign tomorrow, it's extremely important to do your research and make sure that you find the orthodontic treatment that's right for you. Below is a video I came across about Invisalign. Check this out and let me know what questions you have. I'll be happy to help you find the best way to make you smile!

Getting Invisalign (invisible braces) in Memphis and Millington, TN

Dr. Danny Weiss is a Certified Invisalign^® Orthodontist in Memphis and Millington, TN.

At Weiss Orthodontics, your smile is our top priority! This is why Dr. Danny Weiss became an Invsalign orthodontist for the Memphis and Millington, TN areas. Consider Invisalign to get the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted – without braces. A complimentary consultation with Dr. Weiss can determine if Invisalign is right for you.

What is it?

Invisalign uses a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that no one can tell you're wearing. So you can smile more during treatment as well as after. Invisalign is made with 3-D computer imaging technology, and has been proven effective. More than 70% of orthodontists in the US and Canada are certified to treat with Invisalign.

Why would I want it?

Not only are the aligners invisible, they are removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment, plus brushing and flossing are no problem. They are also comfortable, with no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment. And no metal and wires usually means you spend less time in your doctor's office getting adjustments. Invisalign also allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan when you start, so you can see how your straight teeth will look when your treatment is complete.

How does it work?

You wear each set of aligners for about 2 weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move – little by little, week by week – until they have straightened to the final position Dr. Weiss has prescribed.

You'll visit Dr. Weiss about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned. Total treatment time averages 9-15 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.