There is a new option for patients who wish for straighter teeth and a more functional bite without the unsightly “train tracks.” For the “ideal” patient – that is, the orthodontist believes good results can be achieved using this method for a particular patient – Invisalign provides a tooth straightening alternative. If surgery is required to help optimize orthodontic results, Invisalign will likely not be recommended for the aligning the teeth.

Invisalign treatment begins with a visit to a dentist who will make the referral to an orthodontist. There, the orthodontist will discuss whether or not Invisalign is an appropriate treatment plan and schedule an appointment to take molds of a patient’s teeth. These molds/impressions are sent to a lab where a system of mouth guard-style aligning devices will be fabricated, each one a couple millimeters different than the last until the ideal tooth position is realized with the final appliance. These appliances will be kept in your dentist’s or camarillo orthodontist’s office. (Some general or cosmetic dentists may also be able to initiate Invisalign treatment.)

Check out the Camarillo Orthodontist video