Invisalign® in Holladay, UT

Invisalign® clear aligners straighten teeth with removable trays instead of brackets and wires, with Dr. Cannon checking progress along the way.

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Plenty of adults would like their teeth straighter and have quietly ruled out braces. Invisalign® is usually what brings them in to ask. It uses clear removable trays rather than metal, so most of the people you talk to during the day will not notice you are wearing them.

Our dentist and team offer Invisalign® treatments in Holladay, Utah, at Pinnacle Dental that help straighten your smile while looking completely natural. You should not need to worry about the hassle of braces as you straighten your way to a better smile. Call 801-274-3889 to schedule a personal consultation with Dr. David S. Cannon to see what we can do to help.

Invisalign® aligners are a great choice for patients who are searching for a more discreet orthodontic treatment option for straightening their smile. Rather than using metal brackets and wires like traditional braces, the Invisalign system uses a series of custom-made, computer-generated plastic aligners to straighten teeth. Each set of aligners is designed to make small changes to the alignment of the teeth. As you switch sets of aligners about every two weeks, your teeth will gradually and gently move to their proper positions. You will also visit our office on a regular basis during treatment to make certain that your smile is progressing as planned.

In general, Invisalign aligners can be used to treat the same orthodontic issues that are normally treated with braces. Our dentist may recommend Invisalign treatment to correct:

  • Crowded teeth
  • Crooked teeth
  • Gapped and spaced teeth
  • Certain problems with the bite, such as an overbite, open bite, underbite or crossbite

During your initial visit, we will determine whether you are a good candidate for Invisalign treatment. This treatment is often a good choice for adult patients and others who are interested in a virtually invisible orthodontic treatment. In addition to being discreet, Invisalign aligners are very comfortable because they are custom made from smooth, thin plastic. The aligners are removable as well, which allows you to easily remove them as needed to eat, brush and floss. We welcome you to call or visit us today to learn more about Invisalign clear aligners.

Invisalign and the Invisalign logo, among others, are trademarks of Align Technology, Inc., and are registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Reasons people come in for this

  • Your teeth shifted years after you had braces as a teenager
  • One front tooth has always sat turned or crowded in
  • A gap between your front teeth still bothers you
  • You want straighter teeth without metal brackets at work
  • Crowded teeth are hard to keep clean no matter how you floss
  • Your bite feels off when you close your teeth together

What it does for you

  • Invisalign® trays come out for meals, so nothing is off the menu
  • You brush and floss the way you already do
  • Clear plastic is far less noticeable than brackets
  • No wires to snap or poke the inside of your cheek
  • Progress is checked at regular visits
  • Teeth that are easier to clean tend to stay healthier

About Invisalign®

Invisalign® is a series of clear trays, made for your teeth, that fit over them. Each tray in the series is shaped a little differently from the one before, so your teeth are guided along in small steps instead of all at once. Dr. Cannon starts by checking whether your teeth and bite are a good fit for aligners, because not everyone is, and he will tell you if you are not.

  • Invisalign® trays instead of brackets
  • Take them out to eat
  • Clear and hard to notice
  • Brush and floss as normal

Benefits of Invisalign®

Straightening teeth is not only about how they look. Crowded and overlapping teeth trap food where a brush cannot reach, and that is where decay and gum trouble usually start. Teeth that meet each other evenly also tend to wear more evenly. So the payoff with Invisalign® shows up in your photos and in your cleanings both.

What to Expect

The honest part of Invisalign® is that it only works if you actually wear the trays, most of the day and overnight, out for meals and back in afterward. Dr. Cannon will tell you that at the start rather than halfway through. Your check-in visits are short, usually just a look to see that things are tracking the way they should. If a tray feels too tight or an edge rubs, call us, because that is a quick fix and not something to wait out.

Common Questions

Do the aligners hurt?
Invisalign® trays feel tight for a day or two each time you move to a new set. Most people describe it as pressure rather than pain, and it eases as the teeth settle in. If an edge rubs your gum or tongue, call the office, since smoothing it usually takes a moment.
How long does treatment take?
It depends entirely on how far your teeth have to move, so anyone who quotes you a length before looking at your teeth is guessing. Dr. Cannon will give you an estimate once he has examined you and gone over your case. Wearing the trays as directed is the single biggest thing that keeps you on schedule.
Can people tell I am wearing them?
Invisalign® trays are clear and sit close to the teeth, so most people do not pick them out in normal conversation. You take them out to eat, so meals do not give it away either. Some patients find their speech feels slightly different for the first few days and then stops being something they think about.
Am I too old for this?
No. A good share of aligner patients are adults, often people whose teeth drifted years after childhood braces. What matters is the health of your teeth and gums and how your bite lines up, and that is what Dr. Cannon looks at first.
What does it cost, and does insurance help?
The cost depends on the case, so we price yours specifically rather than quoting a range. Some dental plans include orthodontic coverage and some do not, and we will read yours and tell you plainly what it says. CareCredit® and our in-office membership plan, with discounts of 20 to 35 percent depending on the procedure, are both worth asking us about.

Terms You May Hear

Aligner
One of the clear trays in an Invisalign® series. You wear each one for a set stretch of time before moving on to the next.
Crowding
When there is not enough room along the jaw for all the teeth, so they overlap or turn sideways to fit.
Crossbite
When upper and lower teeth do not line up as they should when you close, so some sit on the wrong side of their partner.

Ready to Schedule Your Appointment?

Call 801-274-3889 to find out whether aligners suit your teeth.