Invisalign® Teeth Straightening in Indianapolis, IN

Properly aligned, straight teeth help keep your mouth healthy and provide an attractive smile. Dental malocclusion (a bad bite), crooked teeth, and gaps can become future dental issues that are painful and require expensive procedures to repair. The board-certified doctors of MINT dentistry are proud to use the Invisalign® aligning system for individuals in Indianapolis, IN. Custom-made for your teeth and designed to meet your goals, Invisalign dental aligners are more attractive and comfortable than metal orthodontics. Being able to remove the aligners makes brushing, flossing, and eating much easier. If you want more information on getting a straighter, more attractive smile, contact us to schedule a visit with an Invisalign dentist at MINT dentistry. Our modern facility utilizes state-of-the-art dental technology and techniques to help you get an attractive, dazzling smile you'll be proud of.

There are a few factors that influence the alignment of your teeth. They can include genetics, losing several teeth, thumb-sucking as a child, or a traumatic injury to your lower face. Misaligned teeth can lead to other oral health problems, such as dental malocclusion (a bad bite), abnormal enamel wear, difficulty chewing and speaking, jaw pain, and toothaches. If your dentist sees early signs of one of these issues during your annual examination, we might recommend Invisalign clear aligners treatment.

Invisalign treatment can be wonderful for adults and teens who would like straighter teeth without the hassle and appearance of metal orthodontics. Although Invisalign trays should be worn most of the time, they can be removed so you can brush your teeth and eat, plus for special events and sports. More discreet than traditional braces, other people usually will not know that you are wearing your aligners.

Following your consultation, our dental team will create your Invisalign aligners based on your digital x-rays. Once they are sent to our office, we will contact you to receive your first set of aligners and instructions from one of our skilled doctors. You should use your aligners the majority of the day for the process to work, ideally taking them out to eat and brush your teeth. Over time, you should move to your next set of aligners so they can continue to move your bite into its proper position. You should plan to attend appointments every 4 – 6 weeks so our Invisalign dentist can monitor your treatment progress and have more digital impressions taken so new sets of aligners can be made. The length of time you will need to wear your aligners will depend on the original position of your teeth and your goals, but most individuals undergo Invisalign treatment for an average of 10 – 18 months.

Ensuring your teeth stay in their new position is essential once you’ve completed your last set of Invisalign trays. Invisalign Vivera® retainers are designed with the same comfortable materials as the aligner trays to help keep your teeth in place after you complete your treatment. Each retainer is custom-made at the Invisalign dental lab based on digital impressions taken after your teeth are in the right position. Your Invisalign dentist will speak with you about how often to use your retainer and how to care for it once it's sent to our MINT dentistry facility in Indianapolis, IN. Your dentist will continuously check your bite and alignment during your annual dental exams to ensure they remain straight.

There are a few cases where at least some of the cost for your Invisalign removable aligners may be covered by insurance. We will get more information on your benefits and calculate your cost. MINT dentistry in Indianapolis, IN is pleased to accept a variety of payment methods for patients who don't have dental insurance. During your consultation, our financial team will estimate your treatment costs and how we can help make your Invisalign care more affordable with flexible payment plans and medical financing. It is important to remember that a healthy smile is an invaluable asset. We are committed to helping you fit your dental care and treatments into your budget.

If you’re looking to achieve a straight, healthy smile but don’t want metal braces, consider scheduling an appointment with our team at MINT dentistry to discover more about Invisalign clear aligners. The board-certified doctors of MINT dentistry in Indianapolis, IN can develop your Invisalign plan during your appointment and get you started on the path to sexy teeth.