Designing Smiles
It’s easy to see that a straight, well-aligned smile looks great, but it's important to know that it often means it’s also a healthy smile. Straight teeth are easier to maintain, less food is entrapped and the gums tend to be healthier. So put yourself in a healthy state of mind, and take a look at the many benefits of a properly aligned smile. Dr. Angela Hilton-Foley will work with you to create a custom designed program that will treat your specific dental or orthodontic issue(s). Your treatment program will consist of a full set of aligners, made for you, and only you. To schedule a consultation to find out if you are a candidate for Invisalign, call our office at (813) 891-1212. The patient's main goal was to: *** For a free consultation for Invisalign, mention our website and you will receive a free cosmetic consultation with Dr. Hilton-Foley. Call us to schedule your appointment at (813) 891-1212 or fill out an online request.
If you have always wished for straighter teeth, but didn't like the thought of metal brackets and wires, Invisalign may be the treatment that you've been looking for. Invisalign makes it possible to have straighter teeth by the use of clear, removable trays called aligners. These aligners are switched out every two weeks as your teeth move in small increments. The trays are clear so no one
will even know that you're wearing them! Unlike metal brackets, you are able to brush and floss your teeth normally. Your diet is not restricted at all, the way it is with traditional braces. Invisalign is exciting because through the use of computer imaging, you can see the end result, before you even start treatment. For more information call our office for a consultation, at (813) 891-1212 and discover if you are a candidate for Invisalign Clear Orthodontics. You'll be glad you did.
Smile healthy
Healthier gums
Signs of periodontal disease, such as swollen gums and redness, can surface due to teeth that are crowded or too widely spaced. Clinical studies have shown that when teeth are properly aligned, it helps the gums fit tighter around the teeth, which can lead to better periodontal health. Since the Invisalign system’s greatest advantage is its ability to align teeth, your gum health may improve after Invisalign treatment. Since you can brush and floss normally with Invisalign, unlike with traditional braces, you can more easily prevent tooth decay and related periodontal disease.Easier cleanings
One of the Invisalign system’s best qualities is that it uses no metal bands, brackets, or wires that may trap food and plaque like traditional braces do. Since the removable nature of Invisalign allows you to maintain good oral hygiene habits, you may also reduce chances of plaque buildup, tooth decay, and periodontal disease.Improved chewing and speech
When you leave incorrectly positioned teeth and jaws untreated, it can lead to speech difficulties and uncomfortable chewing issues. Invisalign treatment can improve both of these problems by giving you properly aligned teeth and jaws.
Maintain comfort and tooth structure
Misaligned teeth and jaws can result in abnormal stress on your teeth. This can cause painful trauma to supporting bone and jaw joints. These issues can also cause abnormal wear to the biting surfaces of your teeth, which can trigger continued problems in the future.
We would love to discuss with you how Invisalign fits into your lifestyle, and the many benefits that you can receive by having straighter teeth. For a consultation to find out if you are a candidate for Invisalign, please call our office to schedule an appointment at (813) 891-1212.
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Typical situations in which Invisalign can straighten teeth:
Not only is Invisalign versatile, helping to correct a broad range of dental and orthodontic issues, but it really works. And there are over half a million smiles to back that up. But a confident smile isn't the only benefit of correcting your dental issues with custom-made Invisalign aligners—your health can be positively impacted as well. Learn more about several common issues below that an experienced Invisalign doctor can work with you to correct.
Overly crowded teeth: This occurs when there is simply a lack of room within your jaw for all of your teeth to fit normally. When left untreated, overly crowded teeth can cause dental decay, an increase in chances of gum disease, and can prevent the normal function of teeth. 
Widely spaced teeth: This occurs with abnormal continued growth of the jaw bone. When teeth are missing, this issue can also be caused by the other teeth shifting due to extra space. Spacing issues in teeth can cause some periodontal diseases.
Crossbite: This occurs when the upper and lower jaws are both misaligned. It causes one or more upper teeth to bite on the inside of the lower teeth, and can happen on both the front and/or the sides of the mouth. This issue can cause wear of the teeth, gum disease, and bone loss.
Overbite: What people commonly refer to as an "overbite" is known to dental professionals as "overjet." It occurs when the upper teeth bite over the lower teeth. It's typically caused by either genetics, bad oral habits, or over development of the bone that supports the teeth. This issue can lead to gum problems or irritation, and/or wear on the lower teeth and can cause painful jaw and joint problems.
Underbite: This occurs when the lower teeth protrude past the front teeth. It's usually caused by undergrowth of the upper jaw, overgrowth of the lower jaw, or both. It can also be caused by missing upper teeth. This issue can prevent the normal function of front teeth or molars which can lead to tooth wear. It can also cause painful jaw and joint problems.
Photo Case Presentation - Invisalign Express Case
(Seven months - 14 aligners)
