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Invisalign® is an advanced method of orthodontic
treatment that straightens teeth with the use of a series of
clear aligners. The aligners are designed to fit very close
to the teeth, and are made of thin medical-grade plastic that
is virtually invisible when worn.
Because of the amount of experience Dr. Mangan has acquired
and his commitment to orthodontic continuing education, he has
achieved the status of an Invisalign® Premier Provider.
That places him in the top 5% of Invisalign® Practitioners
in North America. Dr. Mangan has treated some amazing cases,
which you can see in the before and after photos provided below.
After taking impressions of your teeth, we
use Invisalign's advanced 3-D computer imaging technology to
create a series of clear aligners. Each set of aligners will
gradually move your teeth into the desired alignment.
Each aligners is typically worn for a two
week period, 24 hours a day, except when eating, brushing and
flossing. Every two weeks you will change to the next set of
aligners and will continue this process throughout the duration
of your treatment.
The average treatment length is 12 months.
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Invisalign® really works. Teeth move into the ideal position
just like with traditional wires and brackets, only the aligners
exert the force on the teeth rather than wires.
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No brackets to tear up the inside of your mouth, and no wires
to poke or come loose. And because changes in position occur
in smaller, more frequent steps you avoid the pain usually
associated with changing out wires in traditional braces.
- They’re nearly invisible and the majority
of people won't even notice you are wearing them. That means
you won’t have unsightly wires and metal brackets.
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are removable, so you can brush and floss normally, which
can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Traditional
braces are hard to clean, and flossing is even worse.
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the aligners are removable you can eat and drink what you
want. You have none of the limitations of traditional wires
and brackets orthodontics.
- Cleanings are quicker and easier than with traditional
orthodontics.
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Your gum health may improve. Research has shown that periodontal
tissue health may improve with the use of Invisalign®
Aligners during your orthodontic treatment.
When the very first Invisalign®
aligner is placed most patients report a soreness that is mild
to moderate, and is usually managed with over the counter medicines
like Advil®, Aleve®, or Tylenol®. That soreness
usually lasts 1-2 days. After the first aligner, each subsequent
change gives a “tight” sensation that is usually
not painful, and goes away in about a day.
Another advantage of Invisalign®
is that unlike traditional braces it has no sharp edges. The
Invisalign® aligners are smooth plastic aligners, which
are not abrasive to the inside of your mouth. Much of the soreness
of traditional braces is from wires and brackets that poke.
Not so with Invisalign®.
We have found that our treatment cost
for Invisalign® is comparable to the cost of traditional
braces, if not lower. However, depending on your exact treatment
needs, costs can vary. It is advisable to let Dr. Mangan give
you a free evaluation so you can know exactly what treatment
will cost.
A dental insurance policy that covers
adult orthodontics will cover treatment with Invisalign®
as well. We will be happy to verify your dental insurance benefits
for you.
No-interest and low-interest financing options
are available through CareCredit. Pre-qualify for financing
with CareCredit at www.carecredit.com or our office will be
happy to assist you with the approval process.
Just call our office at (501) 666-1188
to schedule a FREE 1-Hour Consultation.
We know that having a dentist with experience
is important to you. Dr. Mangan is an Invisalign Premier Provider
which places him among the Top 5% of Invisalign doctor's in
the nation. The designation assures you that Dr. Mangan has
completed an adequate number of cases and has commited himself
to continuing orthodontic education.
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