Experience a Straighter Smile with Invisalign for Crossbite

For most people, the days of ugly, awkward metallic braces are over. Today, people enjoy a straighter smile with invisible braces that take many of the hassles out of realigning teeth while giving patients more confidence and freedom than ever. Dr. John Aurelia of John L. Aurelia, D.D.S., PLLC in Rochester, Michigan, has years of expertise in improving his patient’s smiles using invisible teeth aligners such as Invisalign.

How Invisalign Works

When you visit Dr. Aurelia, he’ll want to scan your mouth to create a three-dimensional impression of your smile. This digital information also converts into useful visualizations allowing the doctor and his patient to see how their teeth will change. In other words, before starting, you can see the results of Invisalign therapy.

The length of the therapy can vary from patient to patient based on the extent of their misalignment and how their teeth respond to treatment.

Once the digital impressions are sent to the lab, customized invisible aligners are created. Each set of trays is designed to shift teeth progressively in stages. Each tray is worn for about two weeks before the patient replaces it with the next tray in their set.

The number of trays in treatment will vary from patient to patient based on misalignment issues. Invisalign aligner trays are made of medical-grade, clear plastic that is almost invisible to the naked eye.

The trays should be worn for most of the day, but you can remove them for cleaning and eating. However, patients should wear their trays day and night for the best results.

Compliance is the most critical factor towards successful realignment, and Invisalign has a higher compliance rate than traditional fixed orthodontics. When patients fail to comply with their instructions, treatment can be delayed.

The benefits of Invisalign

Invisalign teeth aligners have a lot of benefits for patients looking for more accessible, more comfortable ways to shape their smile. Few include:

• No More Wires and Brackets
• Virtually invisible
• Easier to Clean
• Saves Time
• Comfortable
• Removable
• Eat all your favorite foods
• Improves
• Dental Health
• Straightens teeth

Invisalign can address many misalignment issues, such as overjet, in which upper teeth extend beyond their corresponding bottom teeth.

They also address open bites, a condition in which the upper and lower teeth cannot make contact. 

The aligners can treat overcrowded teeth, a condition when there isn’t enough room in a person’s jaw to allow their teeth to fit as they should. 

Invisalign also addresses crossbite, which happens when upper and lower jaws are not aligned properly, causing one or more upper teeth to bite the inside part of lower teeth. The condition can impact front and side teeth.

While Invisalign can address many, if not most, misalignment issues, there are more complex cases that may require the use of traditional orthodontics.

Is Invisalign Right for You?

To learn more about the benefits of Invisalign and to see if the treatment can meet your needs, call (248) 243-6044 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Aurelia today. 

Our office is located at 804 N. Main Street #201A, Rochester, MI 48307.

Dr. John Aurelia
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Dr. John Aurelia, DDS, brings over two decades of expertise in dentistry, having earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2003. An active member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the American and Michigan Dental Associations, Dr. Aurelia has also completed advanced studies at the Dawson Academy and Pankey Institute. His dedication extends beyond practice, with a history of humanitarian work in the Dominican Republic and a focus on integrating cutting-edge techniques in implants and cosmetic dentistry. Known for personalized care, Dr. Aurelia is committed to enhancing patients' smiles and confidence.

Dr. Dina Khoury

Dr. Dina Khoury, a dedicated dentist with over 20 years of experience, graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1995. Following her education, she served veterans during her residency at the VA Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Khoury has spent most of her career in private practice, focusing on patients of all ages and specializing in cosmetic dentistry. As an active member of the Rochester community, she combines professional expertise with a personal commitment to patient care and local engagement.