Now's the time to address your less than perfect smile. Would you like it to look better and healthier? Why not explore Invisalign clear aligners, the discreet way to straighten your teeth? Your treatment plan is designed and maintained by your dentist at Lake Oswego Smiles. Dr. Colin Smith is the Invisalign expert in Lake Oswego, OR.

A great smile made easy

FDA-approved in the late 1990s, the Invisalign orthodontic system has improved the alignment and bite of millions of smiles. Perfect for teens or adults, these thin, invisible aligners shift your teeth comfortably and quickly. Snapped over the top and bottom teeth, each aligner pair has a specific function as designed by Dr. Smith according to special Invisalign scans.

In total, you'll wear 18 to 30 aligner pairs for about two weeks each. All are fully removable for meals, brushing, and flossing. Just keep them in place 20 to 22 hours daily so your care sequence stays on track. After an average treatment time of a year or so, your straight healthy smile is finished! It's that easy with Lake Oswego Invisalign.

What Lake Oswego Invisalign treats

Of course, very complicated orthodontic cases need traditional metal braces. However, Invisalign aligners from your Lake Oswego dentist successfully and discreetly address:

• Protruding front teeth
• Gaps
• Crowding
• Overlapping, tipped, or rotated teeth
• Overbite
• Underbite
• Open bite
• Crossbite

If you have had previous orthodontic treatment and your teeth shifted, get the problem corrected once and for all with Invisalign. Age is not an issue.

More benefits of Invisalign

Here's what Invisalign patients can expect:

1. Easy aligner maintenance--just clean with a mild toothpaste or soap and clear water
2. Smooth, non-irritating surfaces
3. A change in your smile which you can see during treatment
4. Enjoyment of your usual healthy diet
5. Quick and simple progress checks at Lake Oswego Smiles every four to six weeks
6. A beautiful smile which is less prone to decay and gum disease

Get going on your discreet treatment

Call Lake Oswego Smiles today for an Invisalign consultation with Dr. Colin Smith. Join the many Lake Oswego OR teens and adults who love how their teeth look and feel. Phone (503) 635-3653.

What your dentist in Lake Oswego, Oregon wants you to know

So, what is Invisalign? It’s the most revolutionary method for straightening your smile! Thanks to Invisalign, you don’t have to put up with uncomfortable brackets and wires. You can straighten your smile in comfort. There’s a lot you should know about Invisalign, and Dr. Colin Smith at Oswego Smiles in Lake Oswego, Oregon wants to share the facts about Invisalign and how it can help your smile.

Invisalign works differently than standard orthodontic treatment. Instead of brackets and wires, Invisalign uses a system of clear plastic trays, called aligners. These aligners offer benefits that can’t be matched by brackets and wires. Consider that Invisalign is:

• More comfortable, because the aligners have no sharp metal parts to irritate soft tissue
• More discreet, because the aligners are clear plastic, so they are virtually invisible
• More convenient, because you can remove the aligners to eat whatever you want

Invisalign is also healthier because you remove the aligners to brush and floss your teeth normally. You don’t have to worry about using cumbersome tools. Invisalign treatment is also fast, with the average completion time between 9 and 15 months.

You begin Invisalign treatment with your first set of custom-fit aligners which you wear for two weeks. You progress to a new set of aligners, which you wear for another two weeks. You move up to a new set of aligners every two weeks as your teeth gradually and comfortably move into their proper position.

Invisalign is revolutionary, but it can still correct the same issues as conventional braces, including:

• Overbite or underbite
• Crossbite or open bite
• Tooth overlap or gapped teeth

You deserve to find out for yourself why Invisalign is the orthodontic treatment of the future. If you’re thinking about orthodontic treatment, now you have another choice, Invisalign! To find out more about Invisalign treatment and what it can do for your smile, call Dr. Colin Smith at Oswego Smiles in Lake Oswego, Oregon today!

Straightening your teeth may prompt visions of metal braces and headgear. However, this is no longer the case. Invisalign is literally the clear alternative to braces with its comfortable and clear plastic aligner trays. Find out more about Invisalign with Dr. Colin Smith at Lake Oswego Smiles in Lake Oswego, OR.

What dental issues can Invisalign treat? 
Your dentist may recommend Invisalign if you want to improve the appearance of your smile. However, Invisalign treats many orthodontic issues, including:

• overbite
• underbite
• open bite
• cross bite
• misaligned teeth
• overcrowding (overlapped teeth)
• under crowding (gapped teeth)

Does Invisalign work as well as traditional braces? 
Invisalign treats the same issues as traditional braces. In some rare, complex cases, traditional braces may be the faster or better option. However, for most patients, Invisalign treats the same problems as traditional braces in a comparable amount of time.

How can Invisalign benefit me? 
One of the biggest and most obvious benefits to using Invisalign instead of traditional braces is that they are unnoticeable to other people. With Invisalign, gone are the days of having a “brace face”. Additionally, Invisalign is removable. Unlike traditional braces, patients can simply take their trays out of their mouth to brush and floss their teeth or eat their meal. This vast difference allows for the patient to cut extra time and steps out of their oral care routine and eat the foods they would have to avoid with braces.

Invisalign Treatment in Lake Oswego, OR
Invisalign makes orthodontic treatment discreet and allows you to correct your smile without the very obvious traditional metal brackets and wires. Invisalign works best for adults and teens over 12. A good candidate should have a strong commitment to wearing their aligner trays as this is crucial to positive results. Additionally, an excellent at-home oral care routine will keep your teeth healthy and clean to avoid adding time or complications to your treatment.

For more information on Invisalign, please contact Dr. Smith at Lake Oswego Smiles in Lake Oswego, OR. Call (503) 635-3653 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Smith today!

Have you always wanted to straighten your smile, but avoided it because you didn’t want noticeable, traditional braces?  You are now in luck.  Invisalign is invisible, removable, and comfortable.  The set of aligners will give you the beautiful, straight teeth you have always wanted.  The best part is that, no one will be able to tell that you are even undergoing treatment!  Invisalign is great for both adults and teenagers wanting to straighten their smile. Invisalign is a removable orthodontic appliance that is offered as an alternative to more traditional orthodontic solutions. If you are a candidate in Lake Oswego for Invisalign, you can maintain your smile esthetics while straightening your teeth. 

Understanding Invisalign in Lake Oswego

• Overly crowded teeth.
• Widely spaced teeth.
• Overbite/overjet.
• Crossbite.
• Mild relapse.
• Simple bite irregularities.