Orthodontics

Invisalign FAQs

10 Frequently Asked Questions About Invisalign Clear Aligners

Learn More About Invisalign Treatment Roughly 15% of Americans have orthodontic problems severe enough to negatively affect the health and function of their teeth and jaws. Dentists estimate that closer to 50% have cosmetic problems that would ideally be treated with orthodontic care. Braces remain the most popular solution across all ages, but Invisalign is…
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The Best Practices for Cleaning Your Invisalign® Aligners

Invisalign® is an advanced teeth straightening system that allows patients to improve their smile comfortably, conveniently, and discreetly. Invisalign treatment is completed in roughly the same timeframe as traditional braces, and produces comparable results. The primary difference is that Invisalign involves the use of clear plastic aligners, instead of metal brackets and wires. Throughout Invisalign [...]
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Adjusting to Invisalign

Invisalign involves the use of customized, clear aligners to gently guide your teeth into proper alignment. The benefits include greater comfort and less visibility. However, it can take some time to adjust to wearing your Invisalign aligners. At the practice of Dr. Charles A. Robertson and Dr. Nicholas Perry Orchard, we will guide patients through [...]
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Maintaining Your Smile after Invisalign Treatment

When it comes to straightening the teeth, Invisalign® is one of the most popular alternatives to traditional metal braces. Many of our Corpus Christi, TX patients have enjoyed the benefits of this innovative orthodontic solution. But what happens after treatment is complete? Here, Drs. Charles A. Robertson and N. Perry Orchard offer tips for maintaining [...]
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What to Expect of Your Invisalign® Treatment Timeline

Invisalign® is an orthodontic treatment that aligns the teeth with a series of virtually invisible plastic dental trays. These aligners allow you to discreetly straighten your teeth without the conspicuous wires and brackets common to traditional orthodontics. Understandably, many prospective Invisalign patients wonder how long the treatment will take and what exactly is involved. Dr. [...]
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Overbite vs. Overjet

There are many factors that contribute to a beautiful smile, but most people would agree that straight, well-aligned teeth are one of the most important. Indeed, most patients with alignment issues feel self-conscious about the appearance of their smile. The good news is that most malocclusion problems, including an overbite and overjet, can be treated. [...]
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Gapped Tooth Treatment

David Letterman, Madonna, and Michael Strahan all have one thing in common: a diastema – or a gapped smile. These individuals have decided to keep their unique look as a trademark of sorts. However, some people are not as thrilled with the spaces between their own teeth. Spaces commonly appear between the two front teeth, [...]
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Treatment for Overlapping Teeth – Corpus Christi, TX

Tooth alignment plays an important role in oral functions and the overall appearance of the smile. Ideally, each tooth sits in a straight, even line with those adjacent to it. However, it is rare for a person to have a naturally straight smile. Often small alignment issues compromise the appearance of the smile, giving it [...]
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Invisalign® Treatment Options: Invisalign® for Overbite

At the cosmetic and general dentistry practice of Charles A. Robertson, D.D.S. and N. Perry Orchard, D.D.S., we proudly offer the Invisalign® orthodontic system as an alternative to traditional metal braces. Invisalign® offers a multitude of benefits, some of which you might be aware, and others of which you might not. Yes, Invisalign® aligners are [...]
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Treatment Options for Gapped Teeth

Dr. Charles A. Robertson and Dr. Nicholas Perry are trusted dentists serving Corpus Christi, offering patients advanced cosmetic dentistry treatments to enhance smiles as well as a host of other procedures that improve dental wellness. A number of patients who visit our practice experience issues with tooth gaps. We'd like to take a moment to [...]
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