Cosmetic Dentistry

Invisalign Orthodontic System (Invisible Braces)

Today, a series of clear, removable aligners can straighten your teeth.

If the thought of wearing braces is holding you back from the smile you've always wanted, there is good news. Introducing Invisalign, a state-of-the-art alternative to braces that is virtually undetectable to other people. Invisalign straightens your teeth, not with brackets and wires, but with a series of clear, customized, removable aligners.

New computer technology makes Invisalign possible.

Invisalign uses the latest 3-D computer technology to create your customized aligners. Your first step is to visit Dr. Barry to determine what you want to correct. Invisalign uses advanced computer technology to translate our instructions into a sequence of finely calibrated aligners - as few as 12 or as many as 48.

Average treatment time:

• Mild cases of spacing or crowding: 9-12 months
• Moderate cases of spacing or crowding: 12-18 months

You'll wear each aligner for about two weeks and only take it out for eating, brushing and flossing. As you replace each aligner with the next, your teeth will move - gradually - week by week, until they move into the final alignment prescribed. Then, you'll be smiling like you've never smiled before.

Watch a video of how the Invisalign Orthodontic System works (requires Flash v8)

Only a qualified dentist with orthodontic training can determine if Invisalign is right for you.

To ensure the best possible results, we have been trained and certified by Invisalign Orthodontic Systems. We can diagnose and treat using Invisalign. Invisalign is not intended for children under 12 at this time and is not appropriate for every adult. Research has shown that 60-70% of all orthodontic problems can be improved with the Invisalign technique. We can determine if this treatment is an effective option for you. To see if Invisalign can help you achieve the smile you've always wanted, call Dr. Barry today!

Who is this type treatment ideal for?

Invisalign is great for teens facing graduation and prom pictures who don't want braces! Getting married this year? Invisalign is perfect for improving the smile without the worry of being completed by your June wedding date! Businessmen and women who don't want "metal mouth" to interfere with their job find invisible aligners perfect.

Previous orthodontic relapse cases where the teeth have shifted treat well with Invisalign. Mild to moderate spacing and crowding cases are ideal for this technique. Boys in senior high football or other sports who don't want to wear braces while playing contact sports prefer Invisalign.

Also, increased periodontal gum health and tooth whitening are side benefits to the use of this technique of straightening your teeth. Ask about how we can whiten your teeth while you wear your invisible aligners.