Are you an adult that has previously had orthodontic treatment as a child? Have you noticed that as you’ve aged, your teeth have started to shift? Or, did you always want orthodontic treatment but didn’t have the means to financially move forward with treatment? Orthodontic intervention is an option at any age! Especially as an adult, you may want to either get your teeth straightened for the first time or just do some tweaking to align your teeth to how they once were when you were younger. Either way, Invisalign…

Teens are under a lot of social pressure in today’s world. They are overwhelmed with images of perfect bodies in magazines, advertisements and online, not realizing that most of those “perfect bodies” are airbrushed to some degree. Peer pressure and social pressure to look perfect is part of their world and it is difficult to live up to those impossible expectations. While encouraging teens to look perfect is not a goal many parents have, they do want to motivate their teen to take care of their oral health and be…

Invisalign aligners are made of soft, smooth plastic and are custom made to fit your teeth, gums and mouth during treatment. Some Invisalign patients report minor to moderate discomfort and occasional pain. The most common discomfort comment from Invisalign patients is that they feel pressure or tenderness for the first 1-2 days of changing aligners. This is a normal symptom and a great sign that the aligners are working to improve your smile. The aligners are working to realign your teeth to the desired position that will result in your…

A top 1% Invisalign provider indicates that the orthodontist is among one of the most experienced Invisalign providers in the world and provides their clients with the highest level of care. Dr. Jacquie Smiles studied at the prestigious Boston University and has since developed her own practice with offices located in Manhattan, Long Island, Monroe and other areas throughout New York and New Jersey. Her offices are equipped with state-of-the-art computer imaging systems and digital radiographic equipment. Dr. Smiles was invited to join Invisalign’s prestigious faculty department that is comprised of 24…

You have made a great decision to begin Invisalign treatment. Now you must be wondering, “how does it work?”. Besides Invisalign being convenient, easy and removable, it straightens your teeth comfortably. Even though Invisalign is simple and easy to use, there are a few steps on how the treatment works. Customized Treatment Plan Your orthodontist will create a customized plan that is specific to your needs and that will achieve the results that you desire. Your orthodontist will use x-rays, photos and impressions or a digital scan of your teeth and…

Whether you are looking into getting Invisalign for yourself or your teen, you are probably concerned about the price. Since Invisalign is so convenient and is also a great alternative to traditional metal braces, you might think Invisalign is extremely expensive. In reality, Invisalign is quite affordable. In NYC alone the price ranges from $3,000 to upwards of $5,500. Now that you know the price range, you may wonder how you can afford to pay for Invisalign. Some potential patients may get scared off by the amount, but, don’t run away just yet. There are many options for…