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E V E R Y T H I N G YO U N E E D TO K N O W A B O U T T H E I N V I S A L I G N S Y S T E M . How it works, the benefits, the treatments process, living with invisalign, and the common teeth straightening issues that Invisalign can treat.

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What is Invisalign?

What to expect

Treatable cases

The Invisalign System is a virtually invisible treatment that uses an innovative approach to effectively

straighten teeth.

What your treatment plan will look like.

Overcrowded teeth, widely spaced teeth, crossbite, overbite, underbite.

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Life with Invisalign

Invisalign reference

What unique benefits can you expect when living with Invisalign?

All the information in this guide (including the treatable cases diagrams and information) has been taken

directly from the Invisalign information pack.

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- Dr David Vautin

The Invisalign System is a virtually invisible treatment that uses an innovative approach to effectively straighten teeth. Invisalign treatment uses a series of custom-made removable aligners with unique SmartForce technology that gradually moves your teeth to the ideal position.

INVISALIGN?W h a t i s

Invisalign treatment consists of a series of nearly invisible, removable aligners that you change every two

weeks for the next set of aligners over a specified treatment plan. Each aligner is individually manufactured

for your teeth, and your teeth only.

As you replace each aligner, your teeth will move – little by little, week by week – until they have

straightened to the final position prescribed by your dental provider. The Invisalign System is a

comfortable, predictable and virtually invisible treatment to effectively straighten your teeth without

interfering with your lifestyle, so you don’t have to put it off any longer.

“It’s extremely popular among

adult patients because the

appliance is clear and virtually non-

obtrusive during normal daily life.

Invisalign can also be removed for

eating and cleaning teeth.”

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Y O U R B E S T S M I L E S T A R T S H E R E , T O D A Y .

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What to expectW h a t y o u r t r e a t m e n t p l a n w i l l l o o k l i k e

Initially, your Invisalign-trained orthodontist will take photos, X-rays, and digital scans or

a dental impression to help create your treatment plan.

The maker of Invisalign clear aligners will then use these records, along with the

treatment prescribed by your doctor to create a customised 3D treatment plan just

for you. With the treatment plan, you’ll be able to see the final position your teeth

are predicted to reach after treatment. This treatment plan is used to develop your

customised aligners and also estimate the likely length of your treatment.

The customised aligners will be manufactured and shipped to your orthodontist ’s office.

Step 1 - Initial consultation

Step 2 - Building the treatment plan

Step 3 - Your customised aligners

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What to expectW h a t y o u r t r e a t m e n t p l a n w i l l l o o k l i k e

Your series of custom-made aligners will be given to you (typically 3-4 sets at a time) for

you to wear everyday and change them at home every 2 weeks.

You’ll be visiting your Invisalign-trained doctor approximately every 6-8 weeks to moni-

tor the progress of your treatment and receive the next series of aligners.

After you’ve finished your Invisalign aligner treatment, you may need to use retainers to

help make sure the new position of your teeth is maintained. Taking good care of your

braces and following your orthodontist ’s instructions is critical to achieving a quick and

predictable result.

Step 4 - Initial consultation

Step 5 - Treatment and progession

Step 6 - Post-treatment and retainers

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Overcrowded teethThis occurs when there is a lack of room within your

jaw for all of your teeth to fit normally.

Widely spaced teethThe opposite of overcrowded teeth, widely spaced

teeth occur when you have extra space within your

jaw due to small-sized teeth, abnormal growth

of the jawbones, genetics, missing teeth, and/or

tongue protrusion.

CrossbiteThis occurs when the upper and lower jaws are

misaligned.Overbite

This occurs when the upper teeth bite over the

lower teeth.

UnderbiteThe opposite of overbite, underbite occurs when

the lower teeth protrude past the upper front teeth

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L I F E W I T H I N V I S A L I G N

With Invisalign treatment, it’s easy to

make your smile picture-perfect for that

special occasion.

Since Invisalign clearaligners are barely

noticeable, you can beyourself and don’t haveto hide your smile while

going through treatment.

Invisalign treatment appointments work with your schedule.

Most visits are in andout, with a quick progress check once

every 6-8 weeks

Lead an active lifestyle?Invisalign treatment lets

you continue wearing your aligners without having to

worry about sharp brackets cutting your mouth.

Craving a snack? No problem. Since

Invisalign clear aligners are removable, you

have the freedom to eat, chew and drink whatever you like.

Oral hygiene is a lot easier to maintain

because Invisalign clear aligners are removable,

letting you brush and floss your teeth

regularly.

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referenceI n v i s a l i g n

All the information in this guide (including the treatable cases diagrams and information)

has been taken directly from the Invisalign information pack.

The information pack can be found on the invisalign website - www.invisalign.com.au

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