When it comes to braces, one of the most significant advancements in modern orthodontics is Invisalign®. We are proud to offer our patients this product, which will help correct a host of orthodontic issues ranging from tooth gap, to crooked teeth, to a bad bite. With such cutting-edge technology, Sequence Orthodontics is always investing in the newest advancements in order to guarantee our patients get the best treatment possible. One of our newest technological offerings is the ITero Scanner. We are proud to offer its amazing benefits to all of our patients in Waldorf and Leonardtown, Maryland.
What are Invisalign® aligners?
Invisalign® has a number of benefits over braces, but the one of the biggest benefits is that it does not force patients to wear uncomfortable metal brackets. While some might call Invisalign® “clear” or “invisible” braces, the truth is that Invisalign® is much different from traditional metal braces. Instead of utilizing brackets and wires, Invisalign® utilizes removable aligners that fit perfectly to your teeth. These aligners offer the same results as braces but with less pain and less annoyance. Because the aligners are removable, you can eat your regular diet and forget about avoiding certain foods. You simply pop the aligners out during meals, clean your teeth and put them back in.
You will have regular appointments at Sequence Orthodontics to make sure your aligner trays fit properly, and get new aligners whenever your teeth have shifted far enough. Here at Sequence Orthodontics, we consider each new set of aligners to be a mini-celebration, because we know you are getting one step closer to your ultimate goal of a beautiful smile.
What is the Itero Scanner?
When you come in to Sequence Orthodontics to get fitted for your new aligners, the cutting-edge Itero Scanner guarantees you will avoid the discomfort associated with Invisalign® aligners in the past. Previously, we would make an impression of your teeth in order to create personalized aligners. Although this is significantly less painful and uncomfortable than having metal braces adjusted, some patients reported a gag reflex during the impression.
The Itero Scanner removes the need for impressions by utilizing amazing technology to scan, map and create a digital impression of your teeth. These digital impressions are more accurate, less messy and less uncomfortable than physical impressions. Additionally, the ITero Scanner’s innovative technology will give you a visual of your overall outcome by mapping the way your teeth will look once your treatment is done.
Here at Sequence Orthodontics, we believe in providing the very best, most advanced orthodontic care to our patients in Waldorf and Leonardtown, Maryland. If you are in the Baltimore or Washington, D.C., area and think Invisalign® might be right for you, come in today to speak with our experienced orthodontists or contact us at either our Waldorf or Leonardtown location.
