Posts Tagged ‘ Invisalign ’

Is Invisalign® Treatment Right for Your Active Lifestyle?

Men, women, and teens who live an active lifestyle — including playing sports or participating in regular physical activities — often ask whether Invisalign aligners may be an appropriate option for their orthodontic needs. Generally speaking, the answer is yes. In fact, many patients prefer Invisalign vs. metal braces specifically for the benefits clear aligners […]

Can I Enjoy My Favorite Foods with Invisalign® Aligners?

Patients who wear traditional metal braces often look forward to the day they get their braces off — and the day they can start enjoying their favorite foods once again. Generally speaking, foods that are crunchy, sticky, gummy, or may damage wires and brackets and/or get stuck in braces should be avoided over the course […]

How Does Invisalign® Treatment Promote Better Dental Care?

When it comes to transforming your smile, orthodontic treatments can offer some of the most dramatic results — helping to straighten crooked, rotated, and misaligned teeth for a seamless new look. While traditional metal braces are certainly a popular orthodontic treatment option, more patients each year are opting for the convenience, discretion, and other benefits […]

Will I Need to Wear Retainers After Invisalign® Treatment?

Invisalign treatment — which uses clear plastic aligners to straighten a crooked smile and address a variety of other orthodontic needs — continues to grow in popularity each year, with more and more patients preferring this discreet, convenient alternative to traditional metal braces. One of the first questions patients often ask about what to expect […]

Can Dental Veneers Correct Crooked Teeth?

When most people think of treatments to straighten crooked teeth, traditional metal braces or the more modern Invisalign® clear plastic aligners are some of the first — and potentially only — solutions that come to mind. However, you may be surprised that certain cosmetic and restorative dental treatments, which aren’t necessarily considered orthodontic services, can […]

Can Invisalign® Treatment Help Correct Crossbites?

The modern advancements in dental and orthodontic technology in recent decades have made it more possible and convenient than ever to achieve a straight, beautiful, healthy smile. Among the most popular and in-demand dental services today is Invisalign treatment, which is a specialized system used to straighten teeth without the downsides of traditional metal braces. […]

Can Veneers Address Minor Alignment Issues in Teeth?

At Ferrari & Aldieri Dental Associates, Farmingdale, NY dentist Dr. Angela Ferrari is committed to helping patients love their smiles with the most convenient, effective, and long-lasting treatment options possible. For men and women who have concerns about mildly crooked or misaligned teeth, porcelain veneers may offer the opportunity to achieve a straighter smile without […]

When Should Invisalign® Aligners Be Removed from the Mouth?

For many patients, one of the most inconvenient aspects of traditional metal braces is the fact that they interfere with everyday activities, like brushing, flossing, taking photos, and even playing a musical instrument properly. At Ferrari & Aldieri Dental Associates, Farmingdale, NY, dentist Dr. Angela Ferrari understands how disruptive traditional metal braces can be for […]