Dr. Joel L. Schaffer Blog

Crooked teeth can often be a hindrance to an award-winning smile, but a mouth full of metal braces may not sound much more appealing. Luckily, there is a way to straighten out your teeth without braces. Invisalign is a product that does the same work metal braces do, but because they are made out of a clear plastic, they are nearly imperceptible by others.

If you decide Invisalign is for you, Dr. Schaffer and Dr. Stangl will have molds made of your teeth to create the clear aligners that will be worn. Every two weeks you will receive a new aligner that has been formed to slowly move and straighten your teeth.

Most Invisalign patients only need to wear their aligners for about one year, as opposed to the traditional two years that metal braces take to straighten out your teeth. Other advantages of Invisalign are:

• They are made from smooth plastic they don't scratch your gums or cheeks
• The aligners are removable to allow you to eat foods and brush your teeth
• There is less discomfort than traditional braces

Invisalign is a quick and visually imperceptive way of getting the results you want for a beautiful smile. We would love to talk with you individually to help you achieve the stunning smile you’ve always dreamed of.

If you live in the Boulder or Denver Metro area and are interested in learning more about Invisalign, please contact Dr. Joel Schaffer or Dr. Dave Stangl to make an appointment.