How Invisalign Works: A Step-by-Step Guide to Your New Smile

Have you ever wished for a straighter, more confident smile but hesitated at the thought of traditional metal braces? You’re not alone. Today, there is a sophisticated, comfortable, and nearly unnoticeable answer. Welcome to the world of Invisalign’s clear aligners.

At Thyme Dental, we are convinced that your journey to your dream smile should be as clear and smooth as the clear aligners.Many of our patients will question, “How does Invisalign serve so well?” The answer lies in a combination of technology and expert planning and thinking. This tutorial will go over the full Invisalign treatment process step by step.

The Thyme Dental Difference: Predictability and SmartTrack Technology

Before we dive into what your experience will be, it is important to understand how the aligners that we provide at Thyme Dental work differently from most of the other aligners you have seen (especially when comparing to local, generic aligners). There are two general pillars of our approach:

1) Predictability: This is a highly technological process where with the sophisticated algorithms of the software in Invisalign we can plan your entire future smile change from start to finish, within the software. You will see a simulation of the final planned result before we actually begin.

2) SmartTrack Material: The aligners are not just nice plastic pieces, they are made from a flexible proprietary material called SmartTrack. This is our differentiator. The technology allows us to apply a constant gentle yet effective force to move teeth comfortably. This is a technology that is gentle on your teeth, so you do not have to worry about damaging your teeth with a lower quality, more rigid aligner material.

Now, let’s explore your step-by-step journey at Thyme Dental.

Step 1: Smile Simulation

Your journey begins with a simple, exciting consultation. The first thing we’ll do is a quick and comfortable scan of your mouth. Using this scan, we can instantly generate a 3D simulation of your teeth.

You’ll be able to see on-screen how your smile will transform as your teeth gradually shift into their ideal positions. This isn’t just a treatment plan; it’s a preview of your future smile, giving you the confidence and motivation to get started.

Step 2: A Precise Digital Scan (No Goopy Impressions!)

We utilize a modern intraoral digital scanner to create an accurate 3D image of your teeth and gums! The process is:

• Quick – It only takes a few minutes to scan.
• Comfortable – no gagging or horrible taste
• Incredibly Accurate – and with digital accuracy your aligners will fit perfectly.

Also, this highly detailed map of your mouth will be the basis of your entire custom treatment plan!

Step 3: Meticulous, Custom-Made Planning

This is where our dental experience meets Invisalign’s powerful innovation, we can utilize the 3D model of your teeth to painstakingly plan every movement. We can provide the appropriate movements of every tooth, as well as the planned timing and appropriateness of the final destination, to reach the objective of a healthy and beautiful smile.

Once we have completed and finalized that portion of the digital plan, and sent it to the Invisalign labs, your aligners, designed specifically for you, are fabricated.

Step 4: Your Custom Aligners Arrive!

Today is the day you start your real transformation! You get your first set of personalised Invisalign aligners, with each subsequent set being somewhat different.

To get the best results, each set of aligners should be worn for 20 to 22 hours daily, allowing time for meals, drinking, brushing, and flossing. At Thyme Dental, your dentist will guide you on when to switch to the next set, typically every one to two weeks. With every visit, you move a step closer to the smile you’ve always wanted. We’ll also schedule regular follow-ups to keep track of your progress and ensure everything stays on course.

Ready to Start Your Invisalign Journey?

At Thyme Dental, we have designed an Invisalign treatment process that is intended to be a predictable, comfortable, and exciting experience. With the technology of digital planning and the gentle effectiveness of SmartTrack technology, achieving your dream smile has never been easier!