Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment capable of straightening a person’s teeth over a period of time. This method uses clear tray aligners that fit into the mouth, over the teeth to gradually push the teeth into place. They are clear and hard to see. The length of time it takes for them to achieve optimal results can vary based on the types of corrections needed and how well their teeth respond. If you are thinking about Invisalign Shelburne Village Dental offers the resources to help you know exactly what to expect from the process.
What’s to Be Expected from Invisalign Use?
Invisalign is a highly customized tool for correcting misalignments. It is designed to help improve your smile based on the factors impacting it – such as gapped teeth, crooked teeth, overbites, or underbites. Because each person’s needs are different, the length of time it takes to correct the problem will range as well.
Treatment with Invisalign aligners often takes at least six months to complete. Most people need 12 months to 18 months to get the desired results. Sometimes it can be 24 months or longer to make significant corrections. That is especially true for more complex cases such as crowded teeth.
Everyone’s needs are different. When you visit your dental office to discuss the use of Invisalign, you’ll learn more about what’s expected in your situation.
What Factors Play a Role in How Long Invisalign Takes?
Invisalign is versatile enough to help with many types of problems with alignment. That flexibility makes it a powerful tool for those who are looking for a better bite, improved chewing, and better speech. It also improves a person’s appearance.
Some of the factors that may impact how much time it takes for Invisalign to work include the following:
- If there is a significant amount of distance between the teeth, it’s going to take longer to bring them closer together.
- How many teeth need to be adjusted can be a factor as well. It may take some longer to transition to their proper location.
- In complex cases, where there are crowded teeth or teeth in various directions, the process takes longer simply because there’s more work to be done.
Another big factor in how long the process takes relates to compliance. When a patient is not using their Invisalign aligners often enough or following the specific steps their dentist tells them to follow, the aligners cannot work as they should. Most of the time, a person needs to wear the aligners for 22 hours a day, even while asleep. The more a person doesn’t use them, the less effective they are. That may extend treatment significantly longer or may lead to little improvement.
Here are some expectations. These are just basic guidelines and may not apply in your case:
- Crowded teeth may take 6 to 12 months to complete
- Closing a gap between teeth may take 6 months for smaller gaps but up to 24 months for larger gaps
Get More Info on Invisalign at Shelburne Village Dental
If you are thinking about Invisalign Shelburne Village Dental wants to help you to improve your smile. Come in for a comprehensive consultation to discuss your dental needs. You’ll find our team is happy to answer all of your questions and offer guidance on improving your smile.
