After seeing another picture of yourself online with a tight-lipped smile, you decide it’s finally time to do something about your crooked teeth. They’ve made you feel self-conscious for years, and you just want to be able to smile without thinking twice. Thanks to new treatments like Invisalign, you can now get the straightening solution you need without the noticeable metal brackets and wires. Even better, it’s easier than ever to get started with Invisalign in El Reno thanks to Dr. Adam Cohlmia’s iTero digital scanner. In just a few minutes, he can take an impression to custom-design your treatment and even show you what your smile will look like in the future!

Invisalign Basics

If you’re an adult who’s interested in straightening your teeth, then you might think that Invisalign was created just for you. Instead of braces, it uses a series of crystal-clear plastic aligners to gently and discreetly shift the smile over time. They are practically invisible when placed on the teeth, and even better, you can just take them out whenever it’s time to eat or brush! Now, you can get the smile you’ve always wanted without changing your daily appearance, diet, or oral hygiene habits.

Invisalign & the iTero Scanner

In order to make sure that your trays both fit comfortably and move your teeth how they should, we’ll need to create an impression of your bite to design your unique treatment plan.

In the past, this would involve you biting down into cold, odd-tasting dental putty and waiting for a few minutes while it sets. If you’ve ever had an impression done this way, then we’re sure it wasn’t your favorite experience! For many patients, just the smell and feeling of the putty was enough to make them gag, which is why we decided to upgrade and start only using the iTero digital scanner.

Using the scanner, we can capture dozens of highly-detailed images of your teeth up close with a device that glides comfortably through the mouth. On a nearby monitor, you’ll be able to see these images being pieced together to create your final impression. This process is faster and more comfortable than the traditional method, plus it produces a more accurate impression as well!

With this image, Dr. Cohlmia will be able to determine the most efficient paths your teeth should move to deliver your final results in the least amount of time. Once he’s finished, you’ll be able to see what your new smile will look like after you’ve completed Invisalign. At this point, Dr. Cohlmia will send the impression and treatment plan to an Invisalign lab, and after a few weeks, you’ll be able to pick up your custom-made trays and start your journey to the ideal smile.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re interested in getting Invisalign, then all it takes is just one easy appointment with your dentist in El Reno to get started. After a brief exam, the impression process only takes a few minutes, and you’ll be well on your way to beginning treatment. Now, getting a perfectly straight smile is simpler than ever!

To learn more about Invisalign, the iTero scanner, or to schedule an appointment, contact us today.