Dr Bukholts is a Certified Invisalign Provider in NYC
Consider Invisalign to get the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted — without braces. A consultation with your doctor can determine if Invisalign is right for you.
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign uses a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that no one can tell you're wearing. So, you can smile more during treatment as well as after. Invisalign is made with 3D computer imaging technology and has been proven effective. More than 70% of orthodontists in the US and Canada are certified to treat with Invisalign.
Why would I want Invisalign?
Not only are the aligners invisible, they are removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment. Plus, 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.
How does Invisalign work?
You wear each set of aligners for about two 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 your doctor has prescribed. You'll visit our NYC practice about once every six 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.
Contact our NYC Orthodontist today to schedule an Invisalign consultation.
TEENS & PRE-TEENS – Prime Time for Excellent Results
There are no age restrictions when it comes to having orthodontic treatment, but if you could pick a best case scenario for beginning care, it would be the pre-teen and teen years. At this time, most people have shed their baby teeth and have their adult teeth in place, including the 12-year molars that should be included in orthodontic treatment. Also, tweens and teens are still growing, which is a prime factor in achieving the fastest orthodontic corrections and best-possible results.
Both genetic and behavioral problems make orthodontic intervention necessary at this age. Inherited defects include spacing problems, crowding, protruding or missing teeth, as well as bite misalignment. Thumb or finger sucking, mouth breathing and poor nutritional or dental care are examples of detrimental behaviors. And of course, problems arising from accidents or health issues are also prevalent. Left untreated, these problems can lead to gum disease, tooth decay, tooth loss, jaw and joint pain, as well as trouble enunciating or chewing.
Treatment at this stage can help prevent more serious problems and heftier expenditures later on. And give tweens and teens the improved self-esteem and confidence that come with an attractive smile.
ADULTS – Never Too Late
There is no one who's "too old" for orthodontic treatment. In fact, today, 1 out of every 5 patients is over 21. As an adult, you can readily appreciate the social and career boosting benefits that derive from a "perfect smile." Knowing you look more attractive can build your self-esteem, enhance your confidence and give you a more positive attitude – for life.
Along with esthetic improvement, there are many health reasons why adults should consider orthodontics – some subtle and some not-so-subtle. Periodontal issues and bone loss can be prevented or managed with proper care. Missing teeth and gaps can be remedied with dental implants, bridges and alignment techniques. In some cases, chronic headaches, clicking joints, facial and jaw pain and even the inability to open your mouth wide can be caused by malocclusion (improper bite) and alleviated with orthodontic (TMJ) treatment. Re-balancing occlusion, facial muscles, joints and periodontium is one of the primary goals of orthodontics.
More good news for adults…high-tech procedures and appliances including In-Ovation®, Invisalign®, Incognito™ Lingual braces, and mini dental implants will make your treatment faster, easier and less apparent than ever before!