With Invisalign, there’s no need to research orthodontists and find yet another treatment provider for your dental care. You can get Invisalign from your dentist here at White Oak Family Dental. This means you won’t need to fill out more paperwork for a new provider and you won’t need to worry about facilitating communication between…
You spend a lot of time at the orthodontist’s office with traditional metal braces. Every four weeks, you’ll go in for a scheduled visit where your braces will be adjusted and tightened––and of course, there’s the unplanned emergency visits we mentioned earlier. All the time spent at the orthodontist’s office quickly adds up, and it…
Invisalign isn’t just made with plastic––it’s made from advanced SmartTrack® material, for more predictable, controlled tooth movements. As Invisalign technology becomes more sophisticated, it means Invisalign is just as effective as metal braces for almost all orthodontic cases. While there is still a small number of patients with complex issues that need to be treated…
When Invisalign was a brand-new orthodontic treatment, it wasn’t covered by most dental insurance plans. While many still do not cover Invisalign aligners, we’re seeing more plans pay for all or part of the cost as evidence mounts about the efficacy of this treatment. Ask your benefits manager at work or call your dental insurance…
Because Invisalign aligners are practically invisible, there’s really no need to ever remove them. Sometimes, though, our patients have special events that they’d prefer to attend without wearing their aligners––a wedding, giving an important speech at a conference, or even a first date. With Invisalign, removing your aligners for a few hours is not a…
Many of our patients had metal braces as children or teenagers and, as adults, they’re getting Invisalign treatment because their teeth gradually shifted out of alignment over the years. Patients who have experienced both forms of orthodontic treatment are amazed by how comfortable Invisalign is compared with traditional metal braces. The aligners are made with…
The Benefits are CLEAR! Before Invisalign, so many adults liked the idea of having straighter teeth but were put off by the prospect of traditional metal braces. No one wants to draw attention to the fact that they’re undergoing orthodontic treatment, and that’s exactly what metal braces do. Patients felt that their crooked teeth were…
Benefit 1 – eat like a champ! If you’re considering orthodontic treatment to straighten your teeth, it’s likely you’re trying to decide between traditional metal braces and Invisalign. You know that Invisalign looks better, but does Invisalign work as well as metal braces? Do these clear plastic aligners really live up to the hype? Here,…
There are so many good reasons to have a great smile. A healthy smile is what makes a truly great smile. When you can flash a beautiful, healthy smile, it radiates the inner you. White Oak Family Dental for You For 10 years Dr. Swapna Menon of White Oak Family Dental has dedicated his practice…
When you shop for a big ticket item like a car, a house or any other personal investment, you make comparisons. Comparisons are the only way to make an informed decision. This is also true when choosing permanent teeth over implants. The differences may surprise you. Permanent Teeth over Implants — What’s the Difference It’s…