The decision to correct your crooked teeth might not have been a difficult one to make, but you can’t turn to just anyone. If you are going to go through the trouble of straightening your teeth with clear aligners, you might as well do it the right way—with a dentist you can trust. How do you know you’ve found the perfect Invisalign provider? Look for these four important things!
Certification
In some situations in life, certification isn’t a huge deal, but when it comes to rearranging your teeth, you want to choose a professional who has been trained and shown their proficiency with Invisalign. Fortunately, dentists would not be allowed to say that they offer Invisalign without this certification, and many dentists dedicate some of their continuing education coursework to Invisalign. As a result, you should search for a dentist who has earned this certification and is building even more on their expertise.
Experience
Being certified in Invisalign is one thing; putting it into practice and having had many cases is another. As with many professions, experience plays an important role in shaping a dentist’s expertise. Try to find someone who hasn’t just recently jumped onto the Invisalign bandwagon but someone who recognizes its value and has the necessary skills to give you results you’ll love.
Convenience
Although you could work with an orthodontist that offers Invisalign in a separate office from your normal dentist, wouldn’t it be much more convenient to get this service from a team you know and trust already? If your usual dentist offers Invisalign, it could be worth considering them for this procedure.
If you ever experience a problem during treatment, such as losing an aligner, you know their office will be accessible and happy to get you back on track. Plus, they can keep an eye on your teeth and make sure no other problems, like a cavity, creep up on you!
Atmosphere
During the Invisalign process, you will visit your provider for check-in appointments to make sure your smile is progressing as planned. In other words, you will be going to your provider somewhat frequently and will need to feel comfortable in their office. Make sure you select one that creates a warm, welcoming environment so that the experience can be more pleasant.
Finding an Invisalign provider who has these things will help you have a better experience from start to finish, and ensure that your smile turns out perfectly straight. Before you jump into treatment, make sure you’ve chosen the right dentist who checks off all these boxes!
About the Practice
In addition to other advanced services like veneers, sleep apnea therapy, and dental implants, Beach Dental proudly offers Invisalign treatment with either Dr. Jason Parli or Dr. Alexis Gersten. With more than 20 years of experience, they can help you achieve your dream smile. To schedule an Invisalign consultation, you can reach out to their office by phone (631-325-0731) or online here. We are happy to treat patients from Westhampton, East Quogue, Westhampton Beach, East Moriches, and Manorville.