When Should I Start Seeing Invisalign Results?

Hello Mandy,It usually takes 2-3 months for most patients to notice results from clear aligners.  It usually takes a few months later for other people to notice results from clear aligners.  It really depends on your specific case.  A great way to know what to expect is to ask your dentist to show you an animated 3-D preview of your teeth movements.  He/she will show you exactly what changes to expect and when to expect them.  He/she may even be able to download this 3-D animation for you.  I often times do this for my patients that are anticipating changes that have not yet occurred.  Make sure you choose an excellent cosmetic dentist or an orthodontist that is experienced in Invisalign.

Some of my cases have wonderful obvious results after just 4 trays while others may take up to half a year to just start seeing results.   It all depends on what type of tooth movement is needed and where in the mouth this movement needs to occur during the initial stages.  Ask you Dentist to email over or show you at the next visit your Clincheck staging video,  This helps to see where you started.  Where you are now and what to expect in the future.

The speed at which you start seeing teeth movement varies depending on what is being accomplished at a particular stage of treatment.  However, even if you don't see the movement at first, you will still know that the teeth are moving as they will begin to 'feel' different right from the first aligner or two.  The visual changes can be subtle or large depending on what is being accomplished at a particular stage.  If you desire, your orthodontist can show you projected changes on what is called a "Clincheck".  It will give you a better idea of the future changes to occur.  Understand though that the teeth don't move as quickly as the Clincheck shows as it takes more time for the bone to reform in the new positions. Enjoy the experience and smile like you never have before!