Invisalign in San Jose, CA

Invisalign

Do you want to straighten your teeth without bulky metal braces? Invisalign from Dr. Tuan at our San Jose, CA office may be right for you if you want a more discreet orthodontic treatment. This nearly invisible, clear alternative to braces will let you straighten your teeth and get a brighter smile without the discomfort or noticeable appearance of traditional braces. Call today to book your orthodontic consultation and get the top-quality Invisalign in San Jose, California!

understanding the basics

What is Invisalign?

Before getting Invisalign in our San Jose clinic, it’s important to understand the basics. Invisalign is an alternative to traditional braces. Braces use a series of wires, brackets, and elastic bands to shift and correct the position of your teeth, whereas Invisalign uses a series of clear plastic aligners.

These aligners look similar to a retainer or a night guard, and they are custom-made to exert pressure on your teeth to shift them toward the proper position. By switching through multiple aligners, you can correct the position of your teeth and get a more beautiful smile without braces!

What to Expect from the Invisalign Process

Suppose you’re approved for our premium grade Invisalign in San Jose during your consultation. In that case, Dr. Tuan will take x-rays, images, and impressions of your teeth, then begin crafting your treatment plan with the Invisalign team.

Once your plan has been completed and your first several sets of aligners arrive, you’ll begin wearing them for 20-22+ hours per day.

About every six weeks, you’ll return to our San Jose office to get your next several sets of Invisalign aligners. Dr. Tuan will perform a brief checkup and examine your progress during this appointment. Most patients need between 20-24 sets of aligners to complete their treatment, putting the average treatment time under a year. However, this may vary based on your orthodontic needs.

The Benefits of Invisalign Treatment

Invisalign has several great benefits compared to braces. First, it’s completely invisible when worn and does not affect speech, making it a much more discreet way to straighten your smile. Your aligners are also removable so that you can eat and drink without dietary restrictions, and you’ll have an easier time brushing and flossing your teeth.
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Invisalign is also more comfortable compared to braces. It exerts more gentle, even pressure on your teeth and has no sharp metal pieces that can irritate or poke your gums, tongue, cheeks, or lips. So, when looking for Invisalign of the highest quality in San Jose or nearby areas, head to AT Dental San Jose for your orthodontic consultation!

candidates for treatment

Is Invisalign right for me?

As you already know the many benefits of Invisalign treatment at our San Jose practice, it’s equally important to understand when this treatment is preferable. Invisalign is an excellent option if you only have minor-to-moderate orthodontic problems like gaps in your smile, crooked teeth, and minor bite problems. It’s not quite as versatile or powerful as braces, so it may not be the best choice if you have more serious orthodontic issues. To find out if you’re a good candidate for affordable Invisalign in San Jose, just contact AT Dental Care San Jose for a consultation with Dr. Tuan.