Perhaps your parents could not afford to get you braces as a child. Or quite possibly, you avoided traditional metal braces because of their stark appearance. It may even be the case that you are contemplating orthodontic treatment for the first time. For these and a variety of other reasons, adults and adolescents in St. Paul and Minneapolis are finding the answer in the form of Invisalign® invisible braces at our Twin Cities dental practice. Clear and barely noticeable, more hygienic as well as more convenient, this straightening system uses clear, custom-made retainers to align the teeth. As the people we serve know, our father-son team, Drs. Mike and Myron Henrickson, is dedicated to delivering the smile you deserve.
When discussed in the company of words such as “invisible,” Invisalign® may at first seem too good to be true. At least, Twin Cities residents of St. Paul and Minneapolis who are not fully informed might think so! Below, we offer an overview of the treatment at Henrickson Dental:
Our orthodontists commence the process of creating your very own Invisalign® braces by utilizing three-dimensional computer imaging technology. First, bite impressions of the mouth will be taken; the computerized system will then take the molds into account in order to customize a series of clear retainers. Your first aligner will fit your teeth perfectly. From then on, the retainers will act just like braces, using steady pressure to gently realign your teeth over time.
The average Invisalign® patient will need to wear a total of 18 to 30 custom trays throughout the treatment. Many of the people we serve at our practice are pleased to learn that although the alignment retainers must be worn 24 hours a day, they can be removed during meals, brushing, or in the event of discomfort. This convenience eliminates the chances of food getting stuck in the metal brackets and eliminates the necessity of having to avoid certain foods.
Regarding the length of time required for Invisalign®, each retainer must be worn for two weeks, after which it is replaced by the next retainer in the series. The treatment is finished once your teeth are in the desired position and your bright, newly aligned smile has become a reality!
Before you officially subscribe to the “invisible” tooth straightening system, your dentist will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your dental health and history. Drs. Mike and Myron Henrickson want to be sure that they are indeed providing you with the right treatment for your personal needs, no matter which orthodontics system you choose!
The ideal candidate for Invisalign® at our Twin Cities practice should meet the following criteria:
Our caring doctors look forward to helping your family attain their much-deserved smiles. In the straightforward manner we are known for, Drs. Henrickson and staff will go over every aspect of the treatment, from how it works to who is an ideal candidate. To learn more about Invisalign® invisible braces, or to schedule an appointment at our Twin Cities office serving St. Paul and Minneapolis, please contact Henrickson Dental today!
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Henrickson Dental
1560 Beam Avenue
Maplewood, MN 55109
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