What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign in Spicewood, TX, is a comfortable and convenient way to straighten your teeth without metal brackets and wires. Instead, a series of custom-made, clear plastic aligners gently guides your teeth into the correct position. The aligners are virtually invisible and easy to remove as needed, so they require very little change to your daily routine — making Invisalign an increasingly popular treatment option for kids, teens, and adults.
With his many years of study and experience, Dr. Gallagher is confident he can help give you a healthy and beautiful smile with Invisalign. Contact us today and see what your new smile could look like. Our team will work with you to find the best treatment option for your lifestyle and budget.
How Does Invisalign Work?
Treatment starts with a specialized scanner that captures a precise digital impression of your smile. This digital impression is then used to create your custom set of Invisalign aligners. Every one to two weeks, you’ll move to a new set of aligners that gradually shift your teeth into the desired position.
We recommend wearing your aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day to get the maximum benefit. Because Invisalign aligners are removable, you can still eat the foods you love, play sports, and continue doing everything you enjoy. Invisalign aligners are made from a comfortable, BPA-free SmartTrack® material designed to be clear, discreet, and effective.
What Are the Benefits of Invisalign?
Comfort
Many patients find Invisalign more comfortable than braces. Metal brackets have sharp edges that may dig into the lips and cheeks. Invisalign aligners, by contrast, have smooth, rounded edges made of high-quality flexible plastic.
More Confidence
Feeling confident about your smile makes a real difference. Since Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible, most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them — making Invisalign a popular choice among older teens and adults.
Better Oral Hygiene
Invisalign makes maintaining your oral hygiene simple. Just remove your aligners to brush and floss as you normally would. There are no wires or brackets to work around, making it one of the easiest ways to keep your teeth clean throughout treatment.
Shorter Treatment Time
Invisalign allows Dr. Gallagher to create a custom, precise treatment plan to align your teeth efficiently. Using Invisalign’s SmartTrack® material and SmartForce® technology, teeth move faster and more predictably — so you spend less time in treatment and more time enjoying your results.
Is Invisalign Right for You?
Crooked, gapped, or crowded teeth can negatively affect your oral health and self-confidence.
For decades, braces have been the trusted treatment method, but Invisalign is an increasingly popular alternative backed by over 25 years of innovation and more than 15 million smiles transformed worldwide. Patients choose Invisalign because no metals or brackets are required.
Invisalign is an appropriate solution for mild to complex cases of misalignment, gaps, or overcrowding. However, it may not be suitable for treating severe orthodontic issues — braces remain the better choice for significant bite corrections.
Teenagers and adults are typically the most suitable candidates for Invisalign, as they tend to be more responsible and dedicated to wearing their aligners as directed. However, responsible children may also be good candidates for treatment.
When you come in for a consultation, Dr. Gallagher will review all available options with you and help determine the best treatment plan for your specific case.
Treatment In Four Easy Steps
1. Treatment Plan
During your consultation, Dr. Gallagher will design a comprehensive Invisalign treatment plan — including a digital preview of how your teeth will gradually move into their new position.
2. Fit Your Invisalign Aligners
After your approval, your digital impressions are sent to Invisalign’s lab to fabricate your custom aligners. Dr. Gallagher will fit your aligners, answer any questions, and walk you through what to expect at each stage.
3. Wear Your Aligners
You’ll wear your Invisalign aligners for approximately 6 to 18 months, switching to a new set approximately every one to two weeks to continue moving your teeth toward the desired position.
4. Enjoy Your New Smile
Once your teeth have reached their final position, treatment is complete. To maintain your new smile, Dr. Gallagher will provide a custom clear retainer based on your newly aligned teeth. You’ll wear this retainer each night while you sleep.
Invisalign in Spicewood, TX
As an Invisalign provider, Dr. Gallagher brings years of experience and thousands of treated cases to every patient’s smile journey. Using state-of-the-art 3D scanning technology, we eliminate traditional mold impressions — replacing them with a fast, comfortable, and precise digital process. That image feeds directly into treatment planning software, giving Dr. Gallagher full control over every step of your care.
Invisalign is the pioneer in clear aligner therapy, and Dr. Gallagher’s experience with the system means you can expect fast, predictable, and comfortable movement tailored specifically to you. To find out if Invisalign is the right fit for your smile, schedule a complimentary consultation today.