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How Long Does It Take to Get Impressions Made for Invisalign Braces?
asked 5 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Lance Timmerman, DMD
Question viewed 203 times
Tags: duration, exam, impressions, preparation, uncomfortable
It is uncomfortable to get impressions make for invisalign versus regular braces? What are some of the ways that orthodontists made the impression making process more comfortable for patients?
4 answers to How Long Does It Take to Get Impressions Made for Invisalign Braces?
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Impressions take about 3 minutes
The gooey material to take impressions takes about 3 minutes to set. Every office is different, but our technique is "gagger friendly" as it does not run as much as other methods.
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How long do impressions take for Invisalign?
Good news for people who don't lke impressions! Our office lke many other advanced Invisalign providers has now acquired a digital light scanner that eliminates the need for impressions. In 20 or so minutes the assistant can take a full scan of the teeth and send it immediately off to the company, saving a week or more in the time it takes to get your first aligners!
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Robert Waxler, DMD, MS
Saint Louis Orthodontist
Saint Louis Orthodontist
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Invisalign Impressions are comfortable
Invisalign impressions are made with a rubber type material in a tray. They are not uncomfortable to take but can be a challenge if someone gags easily. We use salt on the tongue, numbing spray and some distraction techniques to help with gagging. A full set of X-rays and photos of the teeth are also taken.
Braces require the same type of impression.
Kathy Frazar, DDS
Houston Cosmetic Dentist
Houston Cosmetic Dentist
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How long for invisalign?
The initial work-up and impressions appointment takes about an hour and a half. We then send the records to invisalign for processing and case design. Usually it takes a few weeks before the trays come back and you cna begin your active treatment. Your doctor has to OK the treatment plan that is set up and simulated in #D on the computer. You can ask your doctor if you can see this part which is called the "clincheck".
