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After determining whether Invisalign® is right for you, Dr. Ty Etheridge takes a series of bite impressions that will be used to create your Invisalign® retainers. Each aligner is worn for two weeks, then the next aligner is used. The process is repeated until the desired result is achieved.

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Because Invisalign® uses a series of clear trays to shift teeth, patients avoid irritating brackets and the unsightly appearance of metal orthodontia. An estimated 1,000,000 people have chosen to straighten their teeth with Invisalign. Benefits include:

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Benefits of invisalign

what is invisalign?

The clear choice for straighter teeth.
Invisalign® is designed for teens and adults as an alternative to metal braces. They use a series of clear, removable plastic aligners that gradually move your teeth into the desired position.

After determining whether Invisalign® is right for you, Dr. Ty Etheridge takes a series of bite impressions that will be used to create your Invisalign® retainers. Each aligner is worn for two weeks, then the next aligner is used. The process is repeated until the desired result is achieved.

Patients prefer Invisalign® because the retainers are aethestically pleasing and can be taken on and off easily. It also lets you brush and floss normally, so you can maintain better dental hygiene than if you had traditional braces.

Invisalign® is used to treat a vast majority of common problems, and Dr. Ty Etheridge can determine whether it can work for you. To read more about Invisalign®, visit www.invisalign.com.

Many adults or older teens would like to improve their smiles but hate the idea of traditional orthodontia. Invisalign® is an orthodontic treatment that is a great alternative to metal braces. Unlike traditional braces, patients don’t have to endure painful, ugly metal wires or bands. Virtually invisible, the Invisalign® system works through a series of custom aligners.

The Clear Choice

Because Invisalign® uses a series of clear trays to shift teeth, patients avoid irritating brackets and the unsightly appearance of metal orthodontia. An estimated 15,000,000 people have chosen to straighten their teeth with Invisalign. Benefits include:

  • Gradual movement of teeth
  • Imperceptible treatment option
  • Less inconvenience
  • Removable aligners
  • Shorter treatment time frame

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why choose Etheridge family dentistry?

Platinum Invisalign Partner

Dr. Ty Etheridge at Etheridge Family Dentistry is a Platinum Invisalign® provider.

  • Decades of experience
  • State-of-the-art facilities
  • Relentless focus on you are your health

How Does Invisalign Work?

You wear each set of aligners for about 2 weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move – little by little, week by week – until they have straightened to the final position Dr. Ty Etheridge has prescribed.

You’ll visit Dr. Ty Etheridge about once every 10 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned. Total treatment time averages 9-15 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.

Why Would I Want Invisalign?

With Invisalign®, the aligner trays are not only smooth and comfortable to wear, but they’re also removable. That means you can continue doing all the things you normally would, from brushing and flossing, to eating whatever you like. With other devices, brushing and flossing properly can often take up to 30 minutes!

Special occasion coming up? No problem – just take your aligners out for that time and pop them back in when you’re ready. Of course, even when you’re wearing them, most people won’t even know you’re going through treatment, because they are virtually invisible!

Invisalign® is also ideal for your busy schedule, with fewer doctor visits required (approximately every six to ten weeks).

Not only are the aligners invisible, they are removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment, and brushing and flossing are no problem. They are also comfortable, with no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment. And no metal and wires usually means you spend less time in your doctor’s office getting adjustments. Invisalign® also allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan when you start, so you can see how your straight teeth will look when your treatment is complete!

Treatment Process

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Your treatment begins after you select the experienced Invisalign Preferred Provider that you feel most comfortable with and schedule your initial consultation. Because you will be interacting with this doctor on a regular basis, you may even want to personally meet with a few providers in order to find one that is exactly right for you. This is an important medical and financial decision – that’s why choosing the right doctor and the right treatment plan is so essential. Keep in mind that not all dentists and orthodontists work with Invisalign®, so it’s important to find a doctor who has received the proper Invisalign® training and can truly evaluate your needs and determine how Invisalign® can help you.

During the consultation, you and your doctor will discuss your case in detail to determine if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign®. Invisalign® now addresses many cases, from simple to more complex. Your doctor will determine if Invisalign® is right for you. Your doctor will take x-rays, pictures and digital scans with iTero® offering 3-D image of your teeth. From these images your doctor will map out a precise treatment plan, including the exact movements of your teeth. Using this same technology, your doctor will even be able to show you a virtual representation of how your teeth will move with each stage of treatment.

Based on your individual treatment plan, a series of custom-made, clear aligners are then created specifically for you. These aligners are made of a smooth, comfortable BPA-free plastic that won’t irritate your cheeks and gums like traditional metal braces often do. Simply wear them throughout the day, and remove them when you eat or to brush and floss your teeth. As you wear each set of aligners, your teeth gently and gradually begin to shift into place. And because they’re virtually invisible, most people won’t even notice you’re wearing th

Approximately every two weeks, you will begin wearing a new set of aligners, advancing you to the next stage of your treatment. To monitor your progress, you will also have occasional checkups with your doctor, usually only every six weeks or so. At every stage, you will be able to see how much closer you are to having the smile that reflects the real you.

Length Of Time Until You Reveal Your Smile
While every case is unique to each patient, treatment typically takes approximately a year for adults. For teens, the length of treatment is comparable to that of braces, but since your teeth won’t be covered by wires and brackets, you’ll be able to see improvement much sooner. For best results and a timely outcome, you should wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours per day, throughout your entire treatment.

Invisalign Treatment Overview

Dr. Ty Etheridge will plan out the movement of the teeth. Custom aligners are then generated to fit your specific case. Every couple of weeks, patients change the aligners as prescribed. The aligners gradually reposition the teeth little by little until you can enjoy a straight, attractive smile.

AcceleDent

The quest for a beautiful smile can take you in many directions, from traditional braces to Invisalign. These techniques work by applying mechanical vibrations to misaligned teeth to reposition them (gradually) by reshaping surrounding bone. AcceleDent answers two questions often associated with orthodontic treatment: How long is treatment? And, will there be any discomfort associated with treatment? AcceleDent, Leader in Accelerated Orthodontics™, is an FDA-cleared, class II medical device clinically proven to move teeth up to 50% faster. Simple-to-use and hands-free, AcceleDent is clinically shown to reduce discomfort that may be associated with orthodontic treatment. AcceleDent is the fast, safe and gentle way to speed orthodontic treatment.

Invisalign Before/after gallery

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case #1

Result: This was life changing for the patient giving them confidence with their new smile, and how they presented themselves to the world. 

Details: Severe crowding corrected by Invisalign in conjunction with contouring desired teeth properly, allowing teeth and arches to align.

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case #2

Results: The patient was overjoyed to have their gummy smile corrected and more symmetrical. Thrilled with this life-changing makeover, and the fact that we were able to retain their natural teeth avoiding veneers, they can now smile with confidence.

Details: The patient originally came to me to do veneers though with guidance and discussing options, we approached the case differently and I feel with an even better result.

The patient had crowding, worn/chipped teeth, and deep bite corrected by Invisalign. After alignment with Invisalgn we raised their tissue level via “Aesthetic Crown Lengthening” removing the “gummy smile” that they did not like and to top off the case I did bonding of composite on teeth the patient desired for the final overall appearance. 

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case #3

Result: Patient was thrilled with their new smile and was very happy with their decision to opt for grafting as opposed to tooth removal.

Details: Severe crowding corrected by Invisalign in conjunction with contouring desired teeth properly, allowing teeth and arches to align.

Often it can be looked at that a tooth would needed to be extracted though always best to look at saving all teeth and consider shaping/contouring if case allows.

Patient was under the impression they would need a tooth removed, we discussed options and they wanted to save all their teeth, knowing we would likely need to do some grafting at the end of alignment which we do on lower front tooth.

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case #4

Result: Patient was beyond happy to smile again without feeling self-conscious. This result restored function and beauty.

Details: Severe crowding corrected by Invisalign.  This case included bonding composite on upper congenitally small lateral teeth, which increased size of the upper arch in conjunction with tooth contouring properly allowing the arches to align correctly.

As when aligning overcrowded teeth such as with the lower front teeth, one can have bonding of composite to close the areas around the gum line to make teeth have more full contour if desired.

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case #5

Results: The patient was elated with their new smile after all the years growing up and not liking their smile. 

Details: This case was achieved with Invisalign. There was excess spacing due to congenitally small laterals. We aligned the teeth by contouring the shape of the front teeth along with properly angling them toward the “bellybutton” and then making equal spaces around the congenital small lateral teeth. Once in position, the bonding of composite was performed on the congenitally small laterals. There was contouring of other teeth in both arches to bring the angles, alignment, and arches together. 

When closing excess space, teeth angles and arch alignment have to be considered. If not, the result can present with an undesired appearance by too narrow and or splaying of the teeth to accomplish closing spaces. 

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case #6

Result: Crowded and misaligned teeth corrected by Invisalign restores function and beauty.

Details: Alignment helps decrease teeth/roots stress that can cause recession allowing healthier tissue to either be ready for grafting or monitored after alignment.

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case #7

Result: Severe crowding corrected by Invisalign in conjunction with contouring desired teeth, properly allowing teeth and arches to align. 

Details: Often it can be looked at that a tooth would need to be extracted though always best to look at saving all teeth and consider shaping/contouring if case allows.

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case #8

Result: Patient was super excited to smile and is now loving their smile.

Details: Anterior crossbite with congenital small peg lateral teeth corrected by Invisalign, allowing for proper function of the teeth.

Once teeth were in proper alignment then two porcelain veneers were placed to make lateral teeth proper size and look.

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case #9

Result: Patient was ecstatic to bite and cut food the way our bite was designed to do. 

Details: Anterior Openbite & Crossbite corrected by Invisalign, allowing for proper function of the teeth.

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case #10

Result: The patient loved the ability to not be guarded when smiling smile and to smile with confidence.

Details: Severe crowding corrected by Invisalign.  This case included bonding composite on upper congenitally small lateral teeth which increased size of the upper arch in conjunction with teeth contouring properly, allowing the arches to align correctly.

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case #11

Result: I remember the day the patient sent me a picture of being able to bite into a sandwich. They were thrilled that they was able to fully bite through with their front teeth.

Details: Anterior Openbite and Crossbite corrected by Invisalign, allowing for proper function of the teeth. I performed a small amount of contouring and small amounts of bonding composite on a few teeth to enhance the appearance.

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case #12

Result: The patient was completely blown away with their new brilliant smile as they had orthodontics before and it was not successful.

Details: This case was accomplished by Invisalign in conjunction with contouring misshaped teeth, bonding congenital small top lateral teeth.

Before Invisalign, I shaped the front two teeth and bonded composite to the latter teeth, building the upper arch dimension. This allows for closure of the excess space, and resolves crowding on the lower arch without making the patients smile appear collapsed, and prevents too much pressure on the roots preserving tissue integrity.

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case #13

Results: Patient is so happy with their new smile.  They appreciated the professional dedication we provided to get what they wanted and deserved. 

Details: The patient was reluctant to do treatment because of a previous negative result from another dentist. However, after we reviewed how our process was different, they they put their trust in me and are thrilled with the results.

The protruded and misaligned teeth were corrected by Invisalign.

We corrected this with contouring teeth in conjunction with Invisalign’s attachments to guide teeth into proper position to allow function and alignment. 

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case #14

Results: This was life changing for the patient giving them confidence with their new smile and how they presented themselves. 

Details: Crowding corrected by Invisalign in conjunction with contouring desired teeth properly allowing teeth and arches to align. 

We reshaped the front upper teeth along the alignment process in hopes to not need and restorative work and we nailed it with the patient beyond happy with the result. 

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case #15

Results: After years of procrastination my patient was astonished with their new smile and completely satisfied they took the time to align their teeth and my attention to detail.

Details: Severe crowding corrected by Invisalign.  This case included bonding composite on upper congenitally small lateral teeth which increased size of the upper arch in conjunction with tooth contouring properly allowing the arches to align correctly. 

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case #16

Result: The patient was astonished by how we were able to keep all their teeth while giving a dazzling smile that matches their personality.

Details: Severe crowding corrected by Invisalgn in conjunction with contouring desired teeth properly allowing teeth and arches to align.

Patient was proposed by other clinician to remove total of (4) teeth, (2) teeth from upper and lower each to help with crowding.

With such a full and dynamic smile, I considered with permission via patient to retain all teeth by performing more shaping and contouring of teeth to achieve this amazing smile. 

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case #17

Results: The patient was beyond happy with their new smile and made it them feel more confident and happy the results.

Details: Severe crowding corrected by Invisalign. This case included bonding composite on upper congenitally small laterals which increased size of the upper arch in conjunction with tooth contouring properly allowing the arches to align correctly.

We created space through tooth movement, once accomplished, we then bonded composite to the laterals. 

To complete their transformation, we leveled out the tissue over the front teeth using a laser. 

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case #18

Result: The patient was elated with their new smile, they were never fond of the large space between their teeth while growing up.

Details: In this case we used Invisalign. There was excess spacing due to congenitally small lateral & central teeth which created a large diastema “space” between the front teeth. 

We aligned the teeth by contouring the shape of teeth in both arches along correcting the angle, pointing them toward the “bellybutton” and then creating appropriate spaces around the congenital smaller teeth. Once in position the bonding of composite was performed to four front teeth. There was contouring of other teeth in both arches to bring the angles, alignment and arches together.  When closing excess space, teeth angles and arch alignment have to be considered. If not, the result can present with an undesired appearance by too narrow and or splaying of the teeth to accomplish closing spaces.

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case #19

Result: The patient never liked to smile and at the end of Invisalgn, they were filled with joy to smile.

Details: Severe crowding corrected by Invisalgn in conjunction with contouring desired teeth getting to into a more proper position allowing teeth and arches to align.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

We know you have questions and are happy to help give you the answers you need to make an informed decision.

With Invisalign®, adults who want to maintain their mature images don’t have to deal with the embarrassment of metal braces. Another obvious advantage of Invisalign® is that the aligners are removable, so patients can take them out to eat, brush, and floss.

Because they still have baby teeth that need room to come out, dentists don’t recommend Invisalign® for young children. Also, most kids don’t have the discipline needed to wear, care for, and keep up with the Invisalign® aligners.

Although the actual length of time depends on the individual case, usually Invisalign® will straighten your smile in 6 to 18 months, often less time than with traditional orthodontic therapy. Your dentist will see you every four to six weeks to monitor your progress.

Most patients love the fact that they can take their aligners out for eating, brushing, or on special occasions. For optimal results, you need to wear the aligners about 20 to 22 hours a day on a consistent basis.

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