General Dentistry

Braces and Invisalign are both designed to straighten teeth over time while improving your smile and oral health. Traditional braces consist of metal brackets being attached to your teeth, tied together by wires and tiny rubber bands. Invisalign, on the other hand, is designed to be invisible. The clear aligner trays are made of smooth plastic and worn over the teeth. We use X-rays, pictures, and impressions to create a precise 3-D image of your teeth which we then use to customize your aligners.
Keep in mind, too, that if you need to address issues with your back teeth, or you need to rotate teeth or move them vertically, Invisalign may not even be an option for your particular case.

Patients with orthodontic problems can benefit from treatment at nearly any age. An ideal time for placement of braces is between 10 and 14 years of age, while the head and mouth are still growing and teeth are more conducive to straightening.

Getting braces put on your teeth doesn’t hurt. … Your orthodontist glues brackets onto each of your teeth, and then connects the brackets with wires. Finally, everything is secured with elastic bands. Within a few hours, you will begin to develop some pain and soreness in your teeth and gums

Invisalign treatment is the process of wearing a series of clear, removable aligners that gradually straighten your teeth. No brackets and wires, and none of the restrictions that come with metal braces.

People often wonder “How long does Invisalign take to straighten teeth?” A course of treatment with Invisalign takes 12 months for most adults, although actual time will vary from person to person. Many people start seeing a difference in their teeth within two to three months of starting to use the aligners.

Many dental insurance plans cover Invisalign treatment the same way they cover braces. Your insurance may pay for a certain percentage of your Invisalign treatment, or it may pay for a certain dollar amount.

At NoHo Dental we also offer financing through CareCredit. Specifically designed for healthcare expenses, CareCredit is a third-party patient financing program that makes it easier for you to get the treatment or procedures you want and need.

If you already have crowns from previous dental treatment, but you have now decided that you want your teeth straightened, you can still have braces. In the case of traditional metal braces, brackets will just be adhered to the crowns with a different kind of adhesive than they are with natural teeth.