Adults and teenagers who want a less noticeable solution to their dental issues instead of traditional orthodontics could be prime candidates for Invisalign teeth straightening. Invisalign can be suitable for treating malocclusion (an underbite, overbite, crossbite, or open bite), narrow dental arches, crooked or crowded teeth, and gapped teeth. Fixing such complications can allow for enhanced jaw function, comfort, and eating and speaking abilities. The Invisalign system works via a sequence of discreet removable teeth aligners that gently guide your teeth into their appropriate position. To initiate your orthodontic treatment, a member of our Colorado Springs, CO team will take impressions of your upper and lower teeth, after which your customized aligners will be created. Once ready, we’ll get you started with your beginning set. The teeth aligners should be kept in place for no less than 20 – 22 hours each day and removed only before brushing your teeth, flossing your teeth, eating snacks or meals, or drinking. Following a schedule of 1 – 2-week intervals, you must swap your current set of aligner trays for the next in the series. The amount of time required for Invisalign orthodontic treatment will be based upon your personal needs and goals, but most people tend to wear their removable Invisalign aligner trays for approximately 1 – 2 years.