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Humber Valley Dental in Bolton now accepts Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) coverage. For more details, please contact our office and our team can get you scheduled at your earliest convenience. You can get more information on the Canadian Dental Care Program (CDCP) from the Government of Canada website https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/dental/dental-care-plan/coverage.html

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5 Questions Patients Should Ask Before Invisalign Treatment

Invisible Teeth Straightening Braces in Bolton ON Area

Choosing to proceed with Invisalign treatment in Bolton, Ontario, is thrilling—it means you’ll achieve a perfectly aligned smile with minimal fuss. Although clear aligners are hassle-free, learning as much as possible about this treatment is vital to getting the most from it. Humber Valley Dental covers five questions patients should ask before getting Invisalign treatment.

1: How long should I wear my aligners?

Although Invisalign aligners are removable, you must wear them for at least 22 hours daily to ensure they work within the predicted timeline. Treatments will be delayed even for minor issues when you don’t wear the aligners as expected. It’s natural to forget to wear your aligners, but setting reminders on your phone or using certain apps can help you stay on track with your treatment.

While wearing the aligners almost full-time is crucial, switching them when the time is right is equally important. If you change them too soon or too late, you’ll fall off your treatment track, prolonging your treatment.

2: Can I eat with my aligners on?

Don’t eat or drink anything except when wearing your aligners. Doing this can damage or stain them. However, remember to brush and floss your aligners before reinserting them. This ensures harmful bacteria and food stains aren’t trapped in them.

3: Does Invisalign affect my lifestyle?

Metal braces can impose several lifestyle limitations during orthodontic treatment. First, dietary restrictions are necessary, as hard, sticky, or chewy foods can damage the brackets and wires, causing discomfort or prolonging treatment time. Popular snacks like popcorn, nuts, or even chewing gum become off-limits. Second, maintaining oral hygiene can be challenging because you have to navigate through wires and brackets.

Invisalign doesn’t affect your everyday lifestyle. The aligners are removable, so you can clean your teeth and eat your favorite foods without interruptions.

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4: Is Invisalign painful?

Invisalign aligners are customized to fit snugly over your teeth to maintain optimal comfort. Additionally, the aligners are created from high-quality thermoplastic material, which is flexible and smooth on your gums and other oral structures. While Invisalign is painless, you may experience mild tenderness and tightness when switching to a new set of aligners. However, this discomfort is mild, and it’s a good sign that your aligners are working, moving teeth from their current positions to healthier, straighter ones.

5: How much does Invisalign treatment cost?

The best way to determine your Invisalign cost is through an in-person consultation. Several factors influence the price, but the main factor is the severity of your orthodontic issues. Mild spacing or overcrowding typically requires fewer aligners, which lowers the overall cost. However, treating more complex cases like deep malocclusions or severe overcrowding tends to increase the price due to the need for additional aligners and longer treatment times.

Invisalign treatment near me

Would you like to improve the alignment of your smile without the hassle of metal braces? Welcome to Humber Valley Dental, where we align smiles with removable, clear aligners—it’s simple and convenient, and you don’t have to worry about conspicuous wires and brackets. Ready to start your Invisalign treatment? Call (289) 536-4498 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Geeta Gautham.

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Dr. Geeta Gautham

Dr. Geeta Gautham is a respected dentist and owner of Humber Valley Dental. A graduate with Honours from the University of Toronto Dental Program, she specializes in Implant Dentistry, Periodontal Surgery, Cosmetic Dentistry, and Pediatric Dentistry with sedation. Dr. Gautham has received prestigious awards, such as the Kenneth Powell Award and the Associate Fellow Award from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

Her leadership has expanded Humber Valley Dental’s services and team, emphasizing patient care and community engagement. She is an Invisalign Platinum Provider and active in professional affiliations.

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Dr. David Ma

Dr. David Ma has been providing patient-focused care from Humber Valley Dental since 2018. He holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences from McMaster University and a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Sydney. Dr. Ma blends traditional and modern techniques, specialising in aesthetic, implant, and restorative dentistry and periodontal surgery. His dedication to ongoing education through courses, lectures, and peer-reviewed articles and affiliations with the Canadian Dental Association, Ontario Dental Association, and Academy of General Dentistry highlight his expertise and trustworthiness in the dental field.

Dr. Ammar Taimish

Dr. Ammar Taimish is a highly respected dentist with over 20 years of experience in oral surgery and implant dentistry. He earned his DDS from New York University College of Dentistry and specialised in surgical head and neck anatomy at Syracuse University Hospital Department of Surgery. Dr. Taimish excels in wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, and sedation dentistry, prioritising patient comfort and care. His dedication to continuous learning and modern techniques underscores his expertise. As a mentor and educator, he inspires future dentists with his innovative methods and compassionate approach, earning the trust and admiration of patients and colleagues.