At Dundarave Dental Clinic in West Vancouver, we believe everyone deserves a confident, healthy smile. If you’ve been putting off orthodontic treatment because you don’t want awkward metal braces, it’s time to discover the difference of clear aligner therapy with Invisalign.
Dr. Tina Dhillon and Dr. Nick Seddon are Invisalign Preferred Providers, which means they’ve completed advanced training and treated many complex cases. They’re able to integrate aligner therapy seamlessly with other cosmetic, surgical or orthodontic procedures.
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign uses a series of custom-made, clear, removable plastic aligners to gently and gradually shift your teeth into their ideal positions. The aligners are nearly invisible, giving you the confidence to go about your life while you transform your smile.
- We begin with a complimentary consultation to assess your smile and determine whether Invisalign is the right solution for you.
- We capture digital scans of your teeth using our iTero scanning system.
- Using Invisalign’s ClinCheck software, we map out every tooth movement from start to finish — and you’ll even see a digital preview of your post-treatment smile before you begin.
- You receive your first set of BPA-free plastic aligners; then roughly every two weeks you move on to the next set. We have check-ups approximately every six weeks to ensure everything is progressing as planned.
- On average, treatment from first aligner to beautiful smile takes around 7-12 months for most patients.
The Benefits of Choosing Invisalign
- Virtually invisible – The aligners are clear, smooth and comfortable. Many people won’t even know you’re wearing them.
- Removable – You can take them out for meals, brushing and flossing, which means no change in diet and easier oral hygiene.
- Precision control – Every tooth movement is pre-planned using advanced digital software, giving us greater accuracy and predictability.
- Less time in the dental chair – No frequent metal-brace adjustments. Check-ups are more streamlined, letting you get on with your day.
- Improved oral hygiene & health – Because aligners are removable, brushing and flossing is more effective compared to metal braces. Better hygiene often means better overall oral health.
Is Invisalign Right for You?
In many cases, yes. Invisalign can treat a wide range of conditions including crowding, spacing, overbites, underbites and crossbites.
That said, every smile is unique. During your complimentary consultation we’ll evaluate your bite, discuss your goals, and determine if Invisalign is the most effective path (or if another orthodontic option might be better).
Here are a few questions to ask yourself:
- Do you want to straighten your teeth but avoid the look of metal braces?
- Are you committed to wearing aligners about 22 hours a day? (Yes — for best results you’ll need to keep them in most of the day and remove only for eating and cleaning.)
- Are you willing to attend regular check-up visits (about every six weeks) so we can monitor progress and make adjustments as needed?
- Are you motivated to maintain good oral hygiene and follow the recommended plan?
If your answer is “yes” to these, it’s a strong indicator that Invisalign could be an excellent fit.
Your Next Step
If you’re ready to take charge of your smile and explore how Invisalign can help you achieve it, we’d love to hear from you. Call us at 604-922-0144, or fill out our online request form to book your free consultation.
At Dundarave Dental Clinic, you’ll get professional, comfortable care from a team that truly listens, and creates solutions tailored to you. Let’s make your dream smile a reality.
