Ballard Invisalign®
Invisalign® clear aligners vs. metal braces - the straight facts.
How Does Invisalign® Work?
Invisalign® takes a fresh approach to straightening your teeth, using a series of custom-made aligners created specifically for you and only you. These aligner trays are constructed from smooth, comfortable and virtually invisible plastic that you wear over your teeth.
Wearing the clear aligners will steadily and smoothly shift your teeth into place, based on the exact movements Dr. Nelson, your Seattle Invisalign® specialist, plans out for you.
Best of all there are no metal brackets, and no wires to tighten. You’ll obtain a fantastic smile with minimal interference in your daily life. To top it all off, most people won't even know you're straightening your teeth.
Our Ballard Invisalign® Treatment Gives You An Amazing Smile in 2 Easy Steps.
Step One
Contact our Ballard office for a complimentary evaluation. Dr. Nelson is a premier provider for Invisalign® and Invisalign® for Teens.
Dr. Nelson and Nelson Orthodontics are proudly celebrating their 50th year of offering quality orthodontic treatment in the Seattle area.
Step Two
Begin your treatment. Dr. Nelson will start by drafting a detailed treatment plan with your specific goals in mind.
An exciting part of our Ballard Invisalign® technology is that Dr. Nelson will be able to show you a 3D digital illustration of how your teeth will move during treatment.
Invisalign's Clear Advantage Over Braces
While the results may seem to be the same—when you stop and compare Invisalign® to other straightening alternatives, the benefits become quite evident. Understanding the pros and cons of each option beforehand will help you make a more confident choice.
Side By Side Comparison of Invisalign vs Traditional Braces
Straightens your teeth.
- Braces
- Invisalign®
Effectively treats a broad assortment of cases, including crowding, spacing, crossbite, overbite and underbite.
- Braces
- Invisalign®
Built of smooth, comfortable plastic which is less likely to irritate your cheeks and gums.
- Braces
- Invisalign®
Allows you to remove the device when you want.
- Braces
- Invisalign®
Lets you experience a virtually invisible teeth-straightening treatment.
- Braces
- Invisalign®
Permits you to eat your favorite foods, whenever you want.
- Braces
- Invisalign®
Saves you time, which frees up your busy schedule, with less frequent office visits.
- Braces
- Invisalign®
Lets you brush and floss your teeth normally, resulting in better overall oral health.
- Braces
- Invisalign®
8 Questions to Ask Before You Commit
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FAQs About Invisalign®
Get the answers from our Invisalign® provider in Ballard.
Invisalign® treatment typically takes 12 to 18 months to complete. However, depending on the complexity of your case, it may be shorter or longer.
The only way to find out how long Invisalign® will take to straighten your teeth is to visit an Invisalign® provider. Click here to request a complimentary consultation with Dr. Nelson today!
The Opens new tab to Invisalign websiteaverage cost of Invisalign® is $5,000 - around the same as traditional braces.
Again, this can vary based on your case. Plus, if you have dental insurance, your treatment may be covered.
During your complimentary consultation at Nelson Orthodontics, we will determine your treatment cost and discuss payment options.
Invisalign® can treat both adults and teenagers. Invisalign® is not suitable for children or young teens due to several reasons, such as development and compliance.
Invisalign® is best used to correct minor to moderate cases, such as:
- Crowded teeth
- Gapped teeth
- Crooked teeth
- Underbites
- Overbites
- Crossbites
For complex cases, Invisalign® may not be as effective as traditional orthodontics.
Learn more on our blog post: "Is Everyone a Candidate for Invisalign?"
Invisalign® should not cause you pain. When you switch to a new set of aligners, you may feel slight pressure or discomfort. This will wear off in a few days and can be managed with over-the-counter medication as necessary.
You need to wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day. Failure to do so can result in longer treatment time and reverse movements.
You should only take out your clear aligners to eat, drink, brush, and floss.
With Invisalign® Teen, the aligners have blue dot compliance indicators to ensure your child is wearing his or her trays.
Yes, we are accepting new Invisalign® patients!
We have two convenient office locations in Ballard and Magnolia, proudly serving our surrounding Seattle neighborhoods, including Fremont, Wallingford, Queen Anne, Capitol Hill, Northgate, and Greenwood.
Best of all: We are currently offering complimentary consultations! Contact us to schedule one today!