im currently in california but in fall 2010 i plan on going to university of arizona. As a present my parents wanted to get me the invisalign in arizona and i was wondering how many appointments it would take to actually get the retainers and start the treatment. Could i take the consultation and the mold for the first appointment and get the retainers on 2nd appointment? Thanks.
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May 5, 2010
Answer: Invisalign takes several visits and many months
Based on the photo you have posted it appears that you would be a great candidate for Invisalign treatment. Invisalign was developed specifically for adults who didn't want to wear traditional braces. I have seen Invisalign treatment do amazing things in treating crowded...
Depending on level of expectations, Invisalign can work very well. However, teeth don't always move as predicted by the computer and some refinement (new trays) may be needed, or even a few traditional methods (brackets and wires) to finish the job.
I would suggest talking with...
I have heard before with braces that you take the orthodontis's estimate and you double it. With Invisalign you are limited to the trays and possible refiinements. The refinements are often difficult, time consuming, and unpredictable, and therefore, may take more time than...