Your Clear Providers of Straighter Smiles
Our Portland and Windham offices are proud to be a Diamond+ Invisalign Provider, which means we're among the top 1% Invisalign practices in the country.
As a top Invisalign provider, it reflects Dr. Yu's extensive experience and commitment to helping patients of all ages achieve beautiful, healthy smiles with clear aligners.
Our Invisalign Process
When you walk in at Adult & Pediatric Orthodontics in either our Portland or Windham office, you will be greeted by our lovely staff and Dr. Yu. We will get to know you, your smile goals, and your smile concerns.
We'll take digital scans and X-rays to create a 3D image of your mouth, allowing Dr. Yu to map out your treatment plan with precision. You'll even be able to see a preview of your future smile before starting your aligner treatment so that you can stay informed, confident, and fully involved in every step of your orthodontic journey.
Once you've approved your treatment plan, we'll schedule your second appointment for the delivery of your aligners. During this visit, we'll ensure they fit comfortably and review how to wear and care for them properly, marking the start of your Invisalign journey.
You'll wear your aligners 20-22 hours per day, or as Dr. Yu recommends, and you'll be changing to a new set of trays every 2 weeks. Treatment duration for Invisalign is usually 9-18 months, and we will see you for adjustment appointments less frequently than with braces.
Differences Between Invisalign & Braces
Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign has no brackets or poking wires. You'll be wearing BPA-free, smooth, clear trays for your upper and lower teeth. And most of our patients from Portland, Windham, and surrounding areas love that there are no food restrictions with Invisalign! You may remove your aligners when drinking or eating other than water.
Teenagers and adults love Invisalign because it eliminates the risk of orthodontic injuries from poking wires or brackets popping off. And because the trays are removable, you can eat, drink, brush, and floss just as you normally would without any extra hassle.
And to keep your orthodontic treatment as discreet and clear as possible, make sure to brush your teeth after eating and before putting your aligners back in. This helps prevent staining and keeps both your aligners and smile looking fresh.
Taking a Modern Approach
Invisalign is an innovative way to move teeth to their ideal positions without the hassle of brackets and wires. You change your trays every 2 weeks to move your teeth gradually and comfortably.
To enhance movement and precision, small tooth-colored attachments may be placed on certain teeth, helping guide them more effectively into the ideal positions carefully planned by Dr. Yu.
Clear aligners can correct a mild to moderate bite misalignment and can give you a beautiful, confident smile without anyone noticing you are having orthodontic treatment.
At Adult & Pediatric Orthodontics, you can achieve a beautiful smile without the inconvenience of traditional braces. With Invisalign, you’ll enjoy a comfortable, nearly invisible treatment that fits seamlessly into your everyday life.
This modern approach to orthodontics is transforming the way patients in Portland, Windham, and nearby communities achieve confident smiles.
Talk to Dr. Yu About Invisalign
Dr. Yu will always take her time to get to know you and your smile goals. She will discuss all treatment options and their pros and cons, including braces vs Invisalign.
She believes that every smile is unique, and so every treatment should be tailored to fit your smile.
Dr. Yu and our team will guide you from the moment you arrive for your free consult to wearing your aligners until your retainer phase. We will answer any questions you may have to ensure you have a smooth and comfortable Invisalign journey.
Schedule your free consultation with Diamond+ Provider Dr. Joanna Yu at our Portland or Windham office to learn if Invisalign is right for you.