Invisalign Clear Aligners
Straighter, healthier smiles with Invisalign treatment in Rayne, LA
Teeth straightening is a commonly requested treatment at Patrick Briese’s practice here in Rayne, LA. Most people want nice, evenly aligned, easy to clean teeth – but most of them don’t want to wear braces. That is why we choose to offer Invisalign treatment, which accomplishes the same goal as traditional braces without the wires and brackets.
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is the high-tech, and beautiful way to straighten crooked teeth and correct alignment. It works on the same premise as traditional braces, which is applying gentle, steady pressure to gradually move teeth. What is very different is the way that Invisalign accomplishes that goal. Rather than brackets and wires, the Invisalign system uses clear teeth aligners.
The technology behind Invisalign is sophisticated and complex, but the process and patient experience are incredibly simple.
- First, Dr. Briese will perform an examination and discuss your options. If you are considering Invisalign, he will take digital impressions (no messy goop or uncomfortable trays).
- The whole treatment plan is designed using proprietary software. It shows detailed simulations of tooth movement throughout the procedure, making Invisalign results highly predictable and reliable.
- Your aligners are custom made at the Invisalign laboratory using 3D printing technology.
- You will have a series of aligners, which move teeth in precise increments. You’ll need to wear each one for two weeks, then discard it and move on to the next in the series.
Benefits of Invisalign treatment
Invisalign is not a STO (short term orthodontic) treatment, so it may not be the quickest way to straighten teeth. However, STO treatment only accomplishes minor movement of the front teeth. It is essentially just for cosmetic correction. Invisalign, on the other hand, is just as powerful as traditional braces. It can address overbite, under bite, cross bite, and other major orthodontic cases in addition to straightening crooked teeth. In fact, Invisalign typically achieves results comparable to traditional braces, in a similar timeframe.
Patients choose Invisalign for many reasons, including:
- Clear aligners are practically invisible
- Aligners are removable for simple oral hygiene
- There are no food restrictions during treatment
- Thin, lightweight Invisalign is more comfortable than bulky braces
To learn more and find out if you are a good candidate for Invisalign, call us at (337) 223-9454 and schedule a consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Invisalign has a number of significant advantages over traditional braces:
- Invisalign is practically invisible. Most people will never even know that you are wearing the clear aligners.
- There is no need to return to the office constantly to have wires tightened and adjusted.
- Because you remove the aligners before eating, you do not have to deal with the food restrictions that are typical for braces.
- You remove the aligners to brush and floss your teeth, eliminating the hassle of trying to clean around brackets and wires.
- You won't have to deal with the discomfort and hassle of broken wires and brackets.
Invisalign can treat most of the conditions that have been traditionally treated with braces. Call our office to find out if Invisalign is right for you.
Probably! Invisalign is a practical option for just about anyone who would be a candidate for traditional braces. Invisalign is used to correct the following dental issues:
- Crooked teeth
- Overlapping teeth
- Teeth that are spaced too wide
- Teeth that are crowded
- Overbites
- Underbites
- Crossbites
Call our office today for an appointment with Dr. Briese to discuss Invisalign.
Meet Our Doctor:
Patrick Briese DDS
For Patrick D. Briese, DDS, dentistry runs in the family. Following in the footsteps of three generations of dentists, Dr. Briese is thrilled to bring state-of-the-art dentistry to Rayne, LA, and the surrounding area.
Dr. Briese earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the School of Dentistry at LSU in New Orleans. After working at a private practice in Baton Rouge for a year, a special opportunity presented itself. A dental practice became available for sale when the previous dentist retired. Excited by the opportunity to make skilled, high-quality dentistry available ...
