Dentistry in Los Angeles, CA
Cosmetic Treatments from Dr. Les Latner
Invisalign Clear Braces
Dr. Latner provides Invisalign in Los Angeles for patients interested in straighter smiles. Why choose Invisalign?
- Comfort: Because Invisalign doesn’t use metal brackets and wires, there’s no fear of brackets and broken wires irritating your gums.
- Appearance: Clear plastic aligners make Invisalign almost impossible to detect by those around you.
- Quick Treatment: Invisalign clear braces work faster than traditional orthodontics.
Is Invisalign right for you?
How do you know if Invisalign is right for you? Ultimately, you’ll need to visit Dr. Latner’s Los Angeles dental office for an assessment, but do you have any of the following problems with your smile?
- Crowded teeth?
- Gapped teeth?
- Overbite?
- Underbite?
- Crossbite?
What are malocclusions?
Overbites, underbites, and crossbites are different types of malocclusions. Your occlusion is how your teeth fit together. When your occlusion is right, your top teeth and bottom teeth fit together perfectly. Malocclusions are instances where the teeth do not fit together properly, and Invisalign can help change your bite for balance. An overbite is defined as the upper teeth coming forward and closing in front of the bottom teeth. An underbite is defined as the lower teeth closing in front of the upper teeth. And a crossbite is defined as the side teeth not meeting properly, with either the upper or lower falling inside of the opposing teeth.
Malocclusions can contribute to a number of problems, and not just the cosmetic kind. When your bite is improper, it can contribute to TMJ dysfunction over time, and lead to wearing of the teeth. With Invisalign, we can fix not only crooked teeth that make you uncomfortable with your smile, but your malocclusions as well, giving you great TMJ function as well as tip-top form.
More About Invisalign
Dr. Latner was one of the first general dentists to offer Invisalign, and he has personally witnessed patients experiencing increased confidence and success after treatment. FDA-approved Invisalign clear braces is the “invisible” solution to straighten teeth without conventional metal braces. Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable, custom-made aligners to gently move teeth into their ideal position.
Because you can remove your Invisalign aligners before you eat and drink, there are no food restrictions or problems with flossing or brushing. Invisalign aligners are made of comfortable, clear acrylic, so they do not cause mouth abrasions common with the metal and wires of conventional braces. Adjustment visits aren’t required, either. You’ll spend less time at Dr. Latner’s Los Angeles office and more time enjoying life.
To create Invisalign aligners, Dr. Latner relies on 3D computer imaging to design a complete treatment plan, from the initial teeth alignment to the final, desired positioning. You can even preview your potential smile before beginning Invisalign treatment. Displeased with your smile because of misalignments, malocclusion, or even just slightly crooked teeth? You don’t have to be! You can be proud of your smile with Invisalign treatment from Los Angeles dentist Dr. Les Latner.
You should love your smile. Schedule a consultation with Los Angeles dental expert Dr. Les Latner by calling our Los Angeles, CA dentistry office today. We provide excellent cosmetic dentistry and aesthetic restorative dentistry to discerning patients in the Los Angeles area and beyond. With the latest technology, clinical mastery, and compassionate care, Dr. Latner and our team of professionals will create uniquely stunning smile just for you.