A popular method for straightening teeth is with the “invisible” alternative to traditional braces known as Invisalign™. Although it is very uncommon to experience, there are minor side effects that can occur with Invisalign™. There have been very few cases where patient’s experience an allergic reaction to their Invisalign™ aligners.

If you experience an itching sensation inside of your mouth or notice any swelling of the gums prior to starting the Invisalign™ treatment, you may be experiencing an allergic reaction. Here is everything you need to know about allergic reactions to Invisalign™:

Can I Get An Allergic Reaction From Invisalign™?

Although it rarely happens, there are instances where people do have an allergic reaction to their Invisalign™ aligners. Allergic reactions occur in patients with a susceptibility for sensitivity to plastic. Since the allergic reactions to Invisalign™ aligners are uncommon, it is very unlikely that you will experience any complications with the Invisalign™ treatment process.

However, if you know you have an allergy to plastic, it is important to advice your dentist before moving forward with the process. An allergic reaction to Invisalign™ can cause mild or, in the rarest of cases, severe symptoms. Mild symptoms include an itching sensation on the gum line and other soft tissue of the mouth including the tongue, roof of the mouth, or inner cheeks. Severe symptoms include:

• Shortness of breath
• Burning sensation in the mouth
• Swelling of the tongue and gums

If you are experiencing any type of symptoms, be sure to visit your dentist to discuss them and your options.   

What Are The Triggers?

What triggers the allergic reactions to Invisalign™ is the plastic that is used to fabricate the aligners. Essentially, what occurs is the plastic in the mouth irritates the soft tissue and in turn,  affects the production of saliva. Insufficient amount of saliva in the mouth leads to an increased sensitivity of the soft tissues of the mouth, including the gums, tongue and inner cheeks.

How To Determine If You Have An Allergy To Invisalign™?

If you suspect you have an allergy to the Invisalign™ aligners, the first step is to contact your dentist to discuss the symptoms. Although removing the aligners will affect the progression of the treatment, it can help determine if you do or do not have an allergy to the plastic. If you remove the aligners and notice the symptoms are no longer present, this will confirm that you are allergic to the plastic material.   

Another method to determine if you have an allergy is removing a part of the plastic from the aligner and place it on your arm. Utilize a piece of tape to keep the material in place for a few days to determine if any changes or reactions occur to the skin. Allergy testing is another effective method in determining an allergy to plastic.

How To Prevent Allergic Reactions From Occuring?

To minimize the symptoms of your Invisalign™ allergy, drink cold water frequently to keep your  mouth clean. This will also help replace the absence of saliva in your mouth. Another recommendation is visiting the dentist regularly. Dental cleanings every three months will help reduce any irritation and also help with the production of saliva.  

Invisalign™ Treatment At Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry

Here at Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry we pride ourselves in perfecting smiles, and more importantly ensuring a comfortable and effective treatment. Our Invisalign™ alignment treatment  provides patients with a straighter smile, without the inconveniences of metal braces. If you have Invisalign™ and notice a difference in your gums or an irritation in your mouth, contact our office. Our specialists will evaluate the symptoms and determine the optimal solution.

To schedule your consultation or for more information about our Invisalign™ treatment, call (212) 581-1091.

If you’re unhappy about your crooked or misaligned teeth, you have probably done a lot of  research for possible solutions and have realized that there are several options to choose from.  Now with advancements in dental and orthodontic technology you don’t have to worry about the hassle and discomfort of metal braces. Clear aligners offer a convenient choice for patients.

A trusted option that you have probably heard of before is Invisalign. Invisalign treatment is completed in-office where a specialist will be able to guide and assist you through every step of the treatment. Candid Co. however, is a completely virtual option that is done in the comfort of your own home. This option is more dependent you completing the work yourself, such as creating the impressions of your teeth. Many questions or complications may arise with Candid Co. since the process is done completely on your own.

Clear aligners, also known as “invisible braces,” are custom made to fit your teeth and are designed to be nearly unnoticeable. To better understand how aligner therapy can benefit your smile, it is best to understand the differences and benefits of different options. Here is an overview of Candid Co. and Invisalign.  

How Does Invisalign Work

Invisalign is the perfect solution for multiple dental issues, such as overbite, underbite, overcrowded, or gapped teeth. Advanced technology and 3D imaging is used to design individual trays that fit your teeth perfectly. In order to straighten your teeth, slight pressure is applied that gradually and gently realign your teeth back into position. The clear aligners not only straighten you smile, they are comfortable and removable, making them more aesthetically pleasing compared to traditional metal braces.

Throughout the course of your treatment, you will be given several aligners. The aligners are to be changed every two weeks. Each aligner will make gradual changes to your teeth’s positioning. This process is mapped out prior to starting your treatment by the specialist so you are able to see the end results before you even begin!

How Does Candid Co. Work

Candid Co. requires no dental visit; it is strictly done virtually. To get started, you will be sent a modeling kit that will provide you with the proper materials to make impressions of your teeth. Your impressions are then sent to Candid Co. where an assigned orthodontists will review them and map out a treatment plan. The aligners are made of made of a BPA-free and phthalate-free plastic called Zendura.

Because the Candid Co. process is completely virtual, the impressions made at home will not be as precise as they would be done in a dental office. However, if your case is too severe to be done virtually, Candid Co. will refer you to a network of orthodontists and refund you for the modeling kit.

What Are The Key Differences Between Candid Co. and Invisalign?

Invisalign and Candid Co. aligners are both designed to do one thing, and that is straighten or resolve any dental issues. However, there are key differences that make Invisalign the most effective option. Those differences are:

• Look and feel. Invisalign utilizes their own patented smart track material to make their clear aligners. This material makes the trays more comfortable and less visible, a major advantage compared to Candid Co., which uses a slightly thicker plastic for their trays.
• Precision. Because the impressions for Candid Co. are completely reliable on you to complete at home, they will not be as precise as they would be if done professionally like with Invisalign. The precision of the impressions is vital for the manufacturing of the trays.

Smile Direct Club Vs. Invisalign

With so many clear aligner options out there, we understand it can be overwhelming deciding which is best for you. We have another informative article stating the key differences between another popular choice, Smile Direct Club and Invisalign. Smile Direct Club is also strictly virtual. Impressions are made in the comfort of your own home and sent directly to the Smile Direct Club labs, where their orthodontic professionals will evaluate and create your treatment plan. With Invisalign your specialist is with you every step of the way; able to answer any questions or fix any complications that may arise.

Invisalign At Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry!

If you are unhappy about your smile, Invisalign is the answer! Here at Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry, we offer Invisalign treatment that will transform your smile. Our specialists create a computer-generated virtual treatment plan that will provide you with a step-by-step process and your final results before your begin the treatment. We also have an Invisalign option for teens, that will provide them with the confident smile they deserve.

If you are looking to correct your unsightly smile, Invisalign is the “clear” choice for you! Schedule your complimentary consultation with one of our specialists and receive all the information you need, by calling (212) 581-1091.

With the increasing popularity of Smile Direct Club and the credibility of Invisalign, it has become difficult for patients to make an educated choice between the two teeth straightening treatments. We have decided to provide you with the insight necessary to choosing the best solution for you. Let us set straight the path to setting straight your teeth! 

Invisalign

The thought of somehow getting straight teeth without the unsightliness of metal braces was, at one point in time, merely an idea. What would be better than obtaining the perfect smile you have always wanted, in a timely and inconspicuous fashion? Wheels began to turn and strides were taken towards this idea becoming a real product. In 1997, Align Technology was founded to develop and manufacture the most inconspicuous, effective form of braces. In May of 2000, Invisalign was officially made available to the public.

Open bite, overbite, underbite, crossbite, overly crowded, gapped teeth — Invisalign is the answer. Made up of a series of invisible aligners that go unnoticed to the public, the patient is able to smile freely throughout the entire treatment process. They are removable, comfortable, and they work hard to straighten your teeth. How exactly does this happen? We’re glad you asked. Each patient who comes into our office to receive Invisalign gets a personal assessment. This assessment consists of taking impressions, which guarantee the utmost effectiveness of your aligners.

How Invisalign Works

Each set of Invisalign aligners are made with 3-D computer imaging technology, and are to be worn for approximately two weeks. The duration of each set, however, will vary from patient to patient. With each set, you will find your teeth slowly, but surely shifting into their optimal position. The tell-tale sign of Invisalign’s success is the change in the aligners fit. At the start of a set, the aligners will typically feel snug. Towards the end of a set, they will feel looser. Though patients will come into the office to make sure everything is going according to schedule, they will know the aligners are working their magic by the end of each set.

Lastly, patients are required to remove the aligners only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. The question of how long the Invisalign process lasts is largely decided upon the patient’s specific situation. Typically, total treatment time can average anywhere from 9-15 months. At the end of the Invisalign process, the patient will receive an invisible retainer to maintain their straight teeth and beautiful smile.

Since Invisalign has become the leading treatment for straightening teeth, various companies have tried to reproduce the technology and teeth-straightening service. The idea of clear braces was imitated in hopes to provide patients with a similar, more affordable experience to Invisalign. This has made it difficult for the public to make the best choice when it comes to which treatment will be the most effective for their smile. Because of this, we will explain the difference between Invisalign and Smile Direct Club.

Smile Direct Club

Like Invisalign, Smile Direct Club similarly uses clear braces to inconspicuously straighten teeth with a series of aligners. The two major differences between the two are:

• creation and delivery of treatment plan
• pricing

Smile Direct Club is strictly virtual. The entire journey is planned by the patient through the computer. The patient does not deal with physical doctors or office visits. Instead, they order each new step through the computer, from impressions to aligners. Compared to Invisalign, the quality of the impression taken at home and sent out to be made can never be as precise as the impression that will be taken in a professional office. Therefore, each aligner will be affected.

The argument has been made that the precision of Smile Direct Club will always fall short when compared the the precision that Invisalign offers. Each aligner is made to perfection, and any offsets are corrected upon office visits. Though Smile Direct Club is a cheaper option, the results are not as promising as the results Invisalign will offer.

To schedule the start of your Invisalign experience or any other cosmetic dentistry treatment, call (212)581-1091, today. To schedule your appointment online, simply click here and submit the form attached. Straight teeth and a beautiful smile is just a call or a click away!

Why steer clear of smiling in public when you can steer towards clear braces? From avoiding a smile while spending time with friends, to simply lacking the confidence that a perfect smile can provide, we understand your frustration and we are here to make a change. Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry offers the key to straightening out all of your dissatisfaction, and it goes by the name of Invisalign.

Invisalign will inconspicuously and actively correct any widely spaced or overcrowded mouths, any misaligned bites, and any out-of-place teeth. What do we mean by inconspicuously and actively? That is just our way of letting you known that Invisalign works hard to give you a perfect smile while going completely undetected. The clear mold fits nicely over your teeth, blending in and working their magic — so rest assured that you can say goodbye to those unsightly metal notches and rubber bands.

Invisalign is made up of several removable aligners, each of which is individually fabricated for your mouth. Depending on your advised treatment plan, you will be  wearing each aligner for approximately two weeks. After each aligner change, you will watch your teeth progressively gear towards their final, optimum position.

Lastly, you will be happy to know that when you reach the final step and begin to worry about the longevity of your perfect smile, we have an advanced set of retainers specifically designed for you to keep everything looking great. The entire Invisalign process is as transparent as the Invisalign itself.

Worried that you don’t understand how the process works? Feeling a bit skeptical that it may be ‘too good to be true?’ We will create a computer-generated, virtual treatment plan that will let you view the final result prior to the start of treatment!

Are you ready to start your journey towards a beautiful smile and renewed self-confidence? Schedule a consultation for Invisalign NYC by visiting our website or calling Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry today!

How does Invisalign work?
Invisalign is a modern approach to straighten teeth by using a custom-made series of aligners for your teeth. These aligner trays are made of smooth, comfortable and virtually invisible plastic that you simply wear over your teeth. Wearing the aligners will gradually and gently shift your teeth into place, based on the exact movements your dentist or orthodontist plans out for you.

What is the treatment process?
1. During the consultation, you and your cosmetic dentist will discuss your case in detail to determine if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign. Invisalign now addresses many cases, from simple to more complex.

2. The doctor at Rockefeller Cosmetic Dentistry will take x-rays, pictures and impressions of your teeth, which Invisalign will use to create a digital 3-D image of them. From these images the doctor will map out a precise treatment plan, including the exact movements of your teeth. Using this same technology, your doctor will even be able to show you a virtual representation of how your teeth will move with each stage of treatment.

3. Based on your individual treatment plan, a series of custommade, clear aligners are then created specifically for you. These aligners are made of a smooth, comfortable BPA-free plastic that won’t irritate your cheeks and gums like traditional metal braces often do. Simply wear them throughout the day, and remove them when you eat or to brush and floss your teeth. As you wear each set of aligners, your teeth gently and gradually begin to shift into place. And because they’re virtually invisible, most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them.

4. Approximately every two weeks, you will begin wearing a new set of aligners, advancing you to the next stage of your treatment. To monitor your progress, you will also have occasional checkups with your general dentist, usually only every six weeks or so.

5. While every case is unique to each patient, treatment typically takes approximately a year for adults. For teens, the length of treatment is comparable to that of braces, but since your teeth won’t be covered by wires and brackets, you’ll be able to see improvement much sooner. For best results and a timely outcome, you should wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours per day, throughout your entire treatment.