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  • 1220 Sherwood Park Drive, NE
    Gainesville, GA 30501
  • 770-536-0882
  • 7316 Spout Springs Rd, Ste. 101
    Flowery Branch, GA 30542
  • 770-967-8462
  • 42 North Avenue, Ste. 200
    Cleveland, GA 30528
  • 706-865-0081

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Wilson Orthodontics - The Invisalign Teen Preferred Provider for Gainesville GA

November 6th, 2011

Invisalign Teen – Gainesville GA

Everybody wants to look good. Having a great and beautiful smile is a blessing these days. If not, then there are a lot of procedures that are available for straightening the teeth. The most common of them are braces. However, braces are very prominent. During the teens children are going through a lot of image issues, add braces on top of that and life can be pretty cruel to teenagers. For all these worried parents and teenagers, Invisalign is the answer to their prayers.

Invisalign Teen is custom- made for everyone. The shape of the aligner is determined by taking the individual and unique molds of each teenager. The aligners are transparent and plastic in nature. The purpose of  Invisalign Teen is to adjust the shape of the teeth and shift the teeth to their perfect position. The frame or the tray is to be worn at all times except during meal times. They are also removed during drinking, brushing and flossing. The adjustment of the teeth using this aligner is variable for each teenager. However, it can be said that the treatment time is approximately equal to the time taken by the metal braces. Generally, the time taken is said to be between 12-18 months.  The liners for  teenagers have a blue dot, which is called compliance indicator. This can be used to see how regularly the young patient wears their Invisalign Teen aligners.  When the blue dot lightens it means this is the time to get new aligners. The aligners are usually changed after two weeks.

Invisalign Teen corrects the position of the teeth. This solves problems like unhealthy gums, swollen gums and redness can be caused by teeth that are congested. If the teeth are aligned properly these problems can be avoided. Incorrectly positioned teeth and jaws can lead to speech difficulty and chewing issues for teenagers. These problems can be solved using the new and innovative technique. When teeth are not aligned properly or correctly around the jaws, it can cause extra pressure on the supporting bones and jaw joints. This can be very painful and uncomfortable for teenagers to bear. The system is designed so that all these problems are catered for.

Invisalign is preferred over metal braces because by using this system oral hygiene can be maintained easily and better. Metal braces can also cause sore spots by the brushing of the cheek flesh and the metal wires.  Six free individual replacement liners are available with the package. There are numerous options present for correcting the position of the teeth using this technology. The dentist will determine what procedure to implement. For those young patients, whose adult teeth have not grown Invisalign Teen will be used and when the adult teeth grow later teeth can be adjusted with the help of the special features of Invisalign. Since the aligners are transparent and clear in color, they do not look bad or ugly in the face like metal braces. There is a problem eating a lot of things while using the metal braces, for example, corn on the cob, pizza, burgers and popcorn for the fear of breaking a bracket. However, there is no such problem with this system since the aligners were removed at the time of eating. Therefore, teenagers can eat anything they want without the fear of breaking a bracket.

There is also the trouble of keeping the braces safe. No hard game can be played with the metal braces on. For example, while playing volleyball, there is always a fear of the ball hitting your face. If it does hit the face, it will be a lot messier with the metal braces on. Other than breaking all the brackets the braces can also hurt your mouth more when the ball hits. There are a lot of teenagers that avoid playing such rough games, unless they wear a mouth guard. There is no such problem with the Invisalign Teen. Any game can be played. So these aligners are also for the teenagers who want to play active sports and rough games. There is also the embarrassing hassle of checking that there is no food sticking in your braces after every meal as with the metal braces. Usually, there is no effect on the speech of the person wearing these liners. However, it does take some time to adjust to something new in your mouth. The results of Invisalign Teen can be observed very soon after the start of the procedure. The results of this procedure will be more pronounced if the liners are worn regularly. The teenage patient will have to meet the dentist around once every six weeks to determine the success and the pace of the treatment.

The method of maintaining  Invisalign Teen is very simple. The aligners wash in lukewarm water and using Invisalign cleaning crystals or special cleaning tablets. Other than that it is suggested that the teeth are bushed often especially after every meal and before reinserting the aligners into the mouth. This will ensure proper oral hygiene. The treatment with Invisalign Teen is not very painful. Click here for Invisalign Testimonials.

Young patient may experience a little pain at the beginning of the new set of aligners. This is natural since the teeth will be experiencing a little pressure to adjust to the desired position. The price of the treatment is variable depending on the extent of the position of the teeth.  For simple and minor adjustment of the teeth, the procedure is of about $2,800. The average cost is between $3,900-$6,200. The young patients wear about 18 to 30 aligners during the course of the treatment. Invisalign Teen is a very effective and useful procedure for teenagers and is also helpful for those parents who are worried about their children’s misaligned teeth. Invisalign Teen ensure that teenagers can have a bright and beautiful smile. This treatment will help the teenagers lead a confident and outgoing life. This procedure is a guarantee of success for your teenagers.

Wilson Orthodontics – Your Hometown Orthodontist are the preferred provider of Invisalign and Invisalign Teen in Gainesville, Hoschton/Flowery Branch and Cleveland GA.

To schedule your FREE complimentary examination with Wilson Orthodontics call:

· Gainesville, GA 30501  · Tel: 678-971-2458

· Hoschton, GA 30548    · Tel: 678-866-1404

· Cleveland, GA 30528    · Tel:  706-865-0081

· Or Click Here NOW!

Invisalign Clear Braces

October 24th, 2011

Invisalign Clear Braces – See Real Results – Fast!

A beautiful smile is a major part of one’s personality and enhances self confidence. Beautiful, well balanced and straightened teeth guarantee a beautiful smile. Many people have some issues with their teeth shape and spacing and feel unhappy about this natural disorder. Many people feel bad about this and seek out an orthodontist for some treatment. The proper shape of teeth gives a boost to one’s confidence and today people are really concerned about their appearance. Aren’t you?

Braces are considered a revolutionary tool in the dentistry profession and people feel relieved when they come to know that their de-shaped or faulty teeth can now be fixed. This is not only for beauty and appearance purposes, many people face health problems because of issues with their teeth and gum alignment. They really NEED braces to avoid any further teeth problems.

Braces are wrapped around the teeth for a certain period of time and this keeps them in the desired position. Fixing the braces is done by the experienced professionals only and one should be careful while taking this treatment as having problematic teeth is still better than having none at all. It is not as costly as it can be for a person when the problem worsens leading to much more pain and higher cost of repair. This type of orthodontic treatment can be useful for people of all ages. Normally, adults seek this type of services and experience a radical change in their smile and appearance. However, this treatment is also valid for children who face some kind of teeth disorder and it can be fixed at a young age.

This orthodontic treatment works in an effective manner and is carried out with the help of metallic or ceramic bounds worn around the teeth. These can be permanent or temporary and there are many options now available in this treatment and all of them are here to facilitate the patient during his or her treatment. The duration of this treatment is dependent on the nature and severity of the problem. Dentists give a particular set of instructions along with the treatment and one need to be careful about these. There are different types of braces and this choice of which braces to wear is not yours. It is dependent on many factors and all of these finally determine the types of braces you will be wearing if you have some kind of dental disorder. It is largely dependent on the type of problem you are facing and the choice of your orthodontist specialist.

Metal braces are the most commonly used ones and are used by most orthodontists. But these metals braces are found to be problematic for many people and efforts have been made to find out alternate options with this regard. Ceramic and clear braces are the other types of braces that are in vogue these days. Clear braces are the most liked type of braces and they have many advantages. The most important benefit of clear braces is that they are transparent. People who undergo an orthodontic treatment have a bad feeling while wearing the ordinary metal or colored braces. These can looks odd whenever they open their mouth thus making them feel uncomfortable. This problem is eliminated by the use of clear braces as they are transparent and one cannot easily notice them.

Clear braces are different from the ordinary ones in every way. They are made up of metal plus plastic thus giving them a transparent look. One can wear them for longer times if required as it does not give a bad feeling to the person who wears them. Clear braces are especially liked by adults as they are more conscious about their appearance. Another benefit of these braces is that they can be taken off by the user at any point in time and they can them be put in again. This easy usage allows him to live in a more relaxed way and he or she does not have to visit the orthodontist again and again. This obviously saves money for him making it a really cool option for those who are planning to have such a treatment in near future.

Invisalign and Invisalign Teen

Invisalign and Invisalign Teen are the leading brand of braces that is more similar to clear braces and is categorized as one of its types. These braces include a group of mouth guards that are not supported by brackets. These are made up of ceramic and this makes them a bit more brittle when compared to the ordinary metal braces. An important factor that needs to be considered in this regard is the effectiveness of treatment. It is important that the selected braces give the desired results within time. Otherwise the purpose behind their use will not be served.

One should be very careful about the selection of the appropriate treatment for their teeth as these are the most important part of one’s personality. Getting orthodontist treatment should be well planned and carried out with great care so as to avoid any mishaps.  Clear braces are a good option or those who seek teeth alignment treatments. They can give good results if carried out by an experienced practitioner. Clear braces have a clear dominance over the traditional metallic braces and are favored by many people. Although the final choice of the type of braces suitable for you is dependent on many factors, you can still choose these clear braces for your teeth alignment treatment and enjoy the benefits of invisible and effective braces.

Clear braces are a good choice for those who are hesitant to go for an orthodontist treatment. There is nothing wrong with wearing braces but people sometimes make fun of those who wear them. This is particularly a common problem for kids and they feel shy about wearing braces. Clear braces for kids can solve this problem and they can go through an orthodontic treatment with full confidence.

Wilson Orthodontics is the Preferred Provider of Invisalign and Invisalign Teen in Gainesville GA.

To schedule your complimentary examination with Wilson Orthodontics call:

· Gainesville, GA 30501  · Hoschton, GA 30548  · Cleveland, GA 30528

· 678-971-2458                 · 678-866-1404             · 706-865-0081

Or Click Here NOW!

The Go-To Mom Talks Invisalign

September 30th, 2011

Our team at Wilson Orthodontics found a great video that discusses the advantages of Invisalign. In the video, Kimberley Clayton Blaine, "The Go-To Mom," discusses the Invisalign treatment and her personal experience with Invisalign.

To determine if Invisalign is right for you, schedule a complimentary consultation with Drs. Ron Wilson and Svetlana Lekht. Have a great weekend!

Thanks to Invisalign, you can give the gift of a “clearly” amazing smile this holiday!

December 22nd, 2010

Hey parents! Focusing on your kids' teeth and oral health so much that you're neglecting your own? If you've been thinking wistfully about having your own set of perfect teeth, our staff at Wilson Orthodontics can help! We are specially trained to offer an adult-friendly option for straightening teeth called Invisalign.

This course of treatment consists of a set of clear aligners that are molded to fit your teeth using a proprietary technology. You wear them all day and night, except for meals, brushing, and flossing – when you can easily slip them out to make eating and cleaning a snap!

Because they're clear, your teeth will be steadily straightening – and no one will know it but you!

Please give us a call to set up a consultation, so we can discuss the specifics of your treatment.

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