Invisalign—Chaska, MN
The Clear Path to Straight Teeth
Invisalign offers the reliability and beautiful results that can be achieved with traditional braces without requiring someone to spend years with a mouthful of metal. Over 20 million people around the world have been able to fix their crooked, crowded, and gapped teeth with this treatment while maintaining their normal appearance, diet, and oral hygiene routine. White Oak Dental combines it with our meticulous attention to detail and ability to customize our care. If you think Invisalign in Chaska might be the right choice for you or your teen, give us a call today to schedule a consultation.
Why Choose White Oak Dental for Invisalign?
- 100% Digital Impressions—No Goopy Puddy!
- Highly Experienced Cosmetic Dentist
- We Welcome Your Dental Insurance
How Invisalign Works
The reason Invisalign is so dependable is that it relies on the same basic principle as braces to straighten the teeth—light pressure is gradually applied so they shift into the correct positions. Instead of using noticeable metal brackets and wires to do this, patients only need to wear a progressive set of clear aligner trays. Made of smooth and transparent plastic, these guide the teeth to wear they need to go. After about two weeks of use, a patient then switches to the next set of trays in their series.
Who Invisalign Can Help
Invisalign is able to address all of the most common orthodontic issues. From simple to complex, patients can take advantage of the unique benefits it offers while taking care of things like:
Crowded Teeth
Crowded teeth can develop in early childhood, adolescence, and even well into adulthood. Regardless of the cause, Invisalign can turn rotated teeth and create the space needed to give someone an even, attractive smile.
Gaps Between Teeth
While too little space between the teeth is an issue, so is too much! Gaps can negatively affect someone’s aesthetics and also lead to the excessive buildup of plaque and bacteria, increasing the risk of cavities and gum disease. Invisalign can close gaps both large and small so that when a person smiles, they stand out for all the right reasons.
Bite Alignment
Overbite, underbite, crossbite, and open bite can give someone a less-than-perfect profile while also interfering with their ability to chew and speak comfortably. With Invisalign, we can alter the individual teeth so that the entire bite becomes more balanced, functional, and comfortable.
The Benefits of Invisalign
- Discreet: Everyone knows when a person has braces. But when you put on Invisalign, the trays basically disappear.
- Comfortable: The trays will be custom-made just for you using a digital impression, ensuring the smooth plastic is gentle on your gums, lips, and cheeks.
- Flexible: You can simply take your trays off when it’s time to eat or clean your teeth. After a quick rinse, you just snap them back in.
- Fast: The average Invisalign case is 12-18 months, while the average braces treatment takes about two to three years to complete.
How Much Does Invisalign Cost?
The cost of Invisalign is usually close to traditional braces, though this might vary depending on your insurance’s orthodontic benefit. The biggest determining factor will be how many trays you need to achieve the desired result. Smaller movements require fewer trays, while bigger adjustments call for more trays and a higher price.
We’ll go over all of these details at your consultation, including how we could use your insurance or financing to help the treatment fit comfortably into your budget.