Fountain Hills’ Preferred Provider of Invisalign®
Looking to straighten your teeth? Invisalign® may be the best option for you.
Dr. Laskis of Parkview Dentistry in Fountain Hills, Arizona, is one of only two dentists in Fountain Hills who has been trained and certified by Invisalign®. See Dr. Laskis’ profile on Invisalign®’s website.
When you meet with Dr. Laskis, she can help determine if Invisalign is the best cosmetic option for you and your smile.
Patients living in Fountain Hills, AZ, or Rio Verde, AZ who wish to take advantage of the increasingly popular teeth-straightening technique called Invisalign® are invited to visit us at Parkview Dentistry! Book your consultation today by clicking the button below!
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What is Invisalign®?
Invisalign is the most popular orthodontic treatment alternative to traditional wire-and-bracket braces to fix crooked/crowded teeth.
Invisalign (often misspelled as Invisaline) is a series of custom invisible (clear) plastic aligners that fit comfortably over your teeth. These ‘invisible braces’ are custom-designed by a dentist for the patient based on a whole constellation of measurements and specialized software. When these aligners are used over time, the patient’s teeth are gradually moved into the desired position to give you the perfect smile you’ve always dreamed of.
Dr. Laskis introduced me to Invisalign and I am more than pleased with the results. Most of my friends and co-workers didn’t even notice that I had braces. But now that they are off everyone notices how fantastic my teeth look!
– Anne
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What are the benefits of Invisalign® versus traditional wire-and-bracket braces?
Invisalign has several benefits over conventional braces. Invisalign aligners are much more aesthetically pleasing than traditional metal braces because Invisalign is difficult to see – Invisalign aligners are less than one millimeter thick.
Unlike traditional wire-and-bracket braces, Invisalign braces allow you to brush and floss normally, and have more freedom in your diet, as Invisalign can easily be added and removed from your mouth. Traditional braces tend to be uncomfortable, and a variety of foods (think anything sticky like gummy bears, or tiny like popcorn) that get stuck in the small metal parts of conventional braces and thus can’t be eaten — that isn’t the case with Invisalign with the ease of adding and removing the plastic aligner.
Importantly, Invisalign realignment also brings substantive dental health benefits. Invisalign can correct problems with spacing, crowning or occlusion — this means treatment with Invisalign can fix bite problems!) Inconsistent spacing and gapping due to poor orientation of the teeth can greatly contribute to the amount of plaque buildup, alignment also affects oral health. Similarly, Invisalign can properly orient teeth that are all jammed together, which are more difficult for patients to clean at home and thus accumulate greater amounts of plaque.
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What is the process for Invisalign® for Fountain Hills and Rio Verde Patients?
Dr. Laskis at Parkview Dentistry in Fountain Hills will take digital x-rays, impressions and photographs from which Invisalign will create a 3-D model of your teeth. Using cutting-edge software, Dr. Laskis will map out a sequence of steps in which your teeth will gradually be adjusted. The software will generate the precise position changes in your teeth, the length of time until proper alignment and the number of aligners required. The Invisalign software will also show you how your teeth will move on the screen.
Based on Dr. Laskis’ treatment plan, Invisalign will manufacture a set of custom-made aligners. Because these are custom, they will be comfortable, smooth and won’t hurt like traditional braces. Once you receive the aligners, you will change them out once every two weeks and have periodic checkups with Dr. Laskis to monitor your progress.
Even if you want to make further changes after treatment is finished, “refinement” aligners can be custom-created, at no additional cost, to get you to where you want to be.
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Why Invisalign® over a Do-it-at Home Aligner?
These days, many people turn to DIY solutions to save money. Hoping to capitalize on this trend, two companies — SmileCareClub and Crystal Braces — launched mail-order orthodontics businesses selling Invisalign knockoffs.
You should know what you’re getting into. A big piece of the cost of Invisalign is the dentists’ evaluation, expertise and numerous follow-up visits at our Fountain Hills office to make sure your teeth are moving into the right positions and are not causing problems such as periodontal disease, de-mineralization of the teeth, shorter root lengths or relapsing. The discount offered by these knockoffs comes from cutting the corner of in-person dental expertise. Unlike Invisalign, where your progress will be examined every four to six weeks by a dentist to check your progress and order curative trays if necessary, you will get no examinations from the do-it-yourself route.
Unsurprisingly then, the American Association of Orthodontists has cautioned consumers against adjusting teeth without first being examined and continually supervised by an orthodontist. A spokesman for the association, Dr. Rolf Behrents, stated: “Our concern is that patients who don’t see an orthodontist for regular checkups and/or for a complete diagnosis are more likely to be harmed.”
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Make Your Appointment at Parkview Dentistry to Learn More About Invisalign®
Dr. Laskis is proud to offer Invisalign® treatment to our patients living in Fountain Hills, Rio Verde and the surrounding community. If you are looking for an effective teeth-straightening solution, Invisalign® may be the right option for you.
When you come to Parkview Dentistry, Dr. Laskis will treat you like family, taking the time to answer all your questions and ensuring we pursue the best cosmetic technique for your individual needs. Our welcoming and caring atmosphere ensures you always feel at ease. Plus, we make sure our meticulous and modern techniques are as affordable as possible.
Patients find that Parkview Dentistry is the best option for clear braces in Fountain Hills, Rio Verde and Scottsdale.
Call us today for a free consultation to determine whether you are a suitable candidate for Invisalign® Scottsdale!
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When patients living in Fountain Hills and Rio Verde consider any kind of teeth straightening, it’s important to examine the health benefits of straight teeth.
- Healthy Gums
Crowded teeth can cause your gums to swell and look reddish. When teeth are straight, your gums can fit tighter around individual teeth. This lowers the risk of periodontal disease – a serious infection that begins in the open “pockets” of your gums can lead to tooth loss, and even destroy the jaw bone.
- Good Oral Hygiene
Because the aligning trays can be removed for cleaning, Invisalign patients can keep their teeth cleaner than those fitted with the wires and brackets of traditional braces. Dirty teeth cause plaque buildup and tooth decay.
- Poor Oral Health
Dental hygiene isn’t just an important aspect of good oral health – studies show it also impacts your overall well-being. Untreated tooth decay, gum disease and other oral health concerns have been linked to serious ailments like heart disease, diabetes, stroke and more.
Invisalign makes it easier to keep up with your daily dental health regimen, thus reducing your risk of these potential problems. Plus, once your teeth are correctly aligned, other issues are alleviated, such as:
- Improper bite
- Difficulties with chewing and speaking
- Jaw problems
- Increased wear on tooth enamel
Choosing Invisalign® is an effective method to address these orthodontic concerns, gain confidence with a great smile, and improve your oral health.
Some Frequently Asked Questions about Invisalign®
Q: Are there any other side-effects of Invisalign®?
A: Some people report having a slight lisp when the aligners are in. However, keeping the aligners in is crucial to finishing treatment. Some patients initially report some pain with the aligners but this can be fixed by the dentist filing the tray down or applying wax to the offending edge.
Q: When will I notice results?
A: It usually takes two to three months for most patients to notice results from clear aligners
Q: Do I have to keep brushing?
A: Keep brushing! Invisalign® allows patients to practice better dental hygiene over braces. However, if you don’t care for your teeth before placing the aligners, it becomes a moot point
Q: How do I maintain the aligners?
A: It’s easy to care for the aligners. Brush your tray with toothpaste or sometimes just water. Nothing special is needed.
Q: Will I still be able to kiss with Invisalign®?
A: Yes! You can still kiss!
Q: Am I too old for Invisalign®?
A: Nope. Many of my older patients in the 50s and 60s are excellent candidates for Invisalign®. Being older may make the commitment to using the trays regularly easier than when you were younger.
Q: Can I whiten my teeth while doing Invisalign®?
A: As part of an overall smile makeover, people often ask me this question or should they wait until after Invisalign® treatment is completed, or can you do both? You can get whitening immediately and throughout treatment – there is no issue.
Q: When should I change Invisalign® trays?
A: I tell patients to change trays at night. The first day or two of a new tray is the uncomfortable part. By changing trays at night, you will be sleeping through the bulk of this time. Also, be sure to wear your trays for 22 hours a day.
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Invisalign® is also available for teens!
Invisalign has a special program for teenagers interested in straightening their smile, called “Invisalign Teen”:
The most attractive way to fix your smile
Invisalign Teen is similar to Invisalign, where the aligners are clear trays that are almost impossible for people to see.
A little reminder built in
Invisalign Teen aligners also have small indicators that show whether they are being worn sufficiently so you’ll know if you are falling behind or making the right kind of progress to get the best results.
Protection from a busy lifestyle
Invisalign Teen offers up to six free replacement trays in case one (or two… or three… or four…) of them get lost. At a party? Or swimming? They are cool about it, and won’t ask you about it.
Super-convenient and much safer
If you’re tired of frequent trips to the dentist then you’re in luck. When you choose Invisalign Teen, this teeth-straightening solution means far fewer checkups, especially compared to how many you’d have with traditional braces. No wires or brackets can get disconnected/swallowed/broken, so there is no need for emergency visits.
No hassles
Do you like eating Snickers? Gummy bears? Of course. Do you like remembering NOT to eat certain foods because they will get stuck in your wire brackets? (that’s a rhetorical question). You can remove Invisalign teen aligners at any time. Pretty sweet, right? (that’s mom humor).
No “death breath”
Because you can remove the aligners any time you wish, it’s easy to maintain good brushing and flossing.
Comparable Cost.
Invisalign Teen’s cost is comparable to traditional braces. Plus, with flexible payment plans, correcting alignment issues don’t have to put stress on your family budget.
Safety.
Because Invisalign doesn’t use metal brackets, there’s little risk of the kids of repeating chafing and cuts that lead to problematic infections.
New Developments
Invisalign has introduced SmartTrack which delivers a gentle, more constant force over the two-week aligner wear period to improve tracking. A pilot patient study of 1015 patients showed significant improvement in control of tooth movements, plus a 99.9% confidence level. See Invisalign’s brochure on SmartTrack.
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