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Invisalign Miami Orthodontist – Invisible Braces for Adults and Teens

Call us today at (305) 598-3384 to discuss Invisalign or Invisible Braces treatment in Miami, Florida.

Dr. Sanders and Dr. Cabrera are Certified Elite Invisalign Providers in Miami, FL and have treated hundreds of patients with Invisalign and Invisalign Teen for over 10 years. Several years ago, Dr. Sanders was invited to an Invisalign study club in San Jose, Costa Rica to meet and discuss cases with orthodontists from around the world. As part of the Invisalign sponsored study club, Dr. Sanders visited the Invisalign headquarters to evaluate the 3D process used for Invisalign treatment simulations.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign consists of a series of computer generated clear retainers (aligners) that fit over the biting surfaces of teeth. Invisalign treatment utilizes a series of aligners that are used to straighten teeth and each aligner is worn for a two week period of time. Traditionally, Invisalign was used to treat mild to moderate crowding or spacing between teeth, but today there are many more indications and technology has been developed for both adults and teens. The process starts by scanning a patients teeth or taking impressions in order to create a 3D virtualization using CAD-CAM technology. To finalize the treatment setup, an Invisalign technician communicates with Dr. D and Dr. G in order to achieve an ideal computerized result.

After a consultation to determine your orthodontic needs, Dr. Sanders and Dr. Cabrera will develop an optimal treatment plan that is best for you and explain any options that are appropriate.

In 2017, expect for Invisalign to improve even more. We are excited to be working with Align Technology to offer the most innovative, yet safe, products to our patients.

• Comfort. Although patients are likely to experience some tenderness and tingling after each new aligner is inserted, due to tooth movement, patients will be more comfortable than with traditional braces.
  • Patients typically speak normally while wearing the aligners. This is not always the case when the soft tissue of the mouth is irritated by traditional brackets and wires.
  • The irritation of brackets and wires on adjacent soft tissue of the mouth can be painful and require use of orthodontic wax and palliative rinses. Invisalign aligners are smooth and do not irritate the soft tissue of the mouth.

What Can I Expect with Invisalign?

The aligners should fit over your teeth and apply pressure to move your teeth, little by little. With each new aligner in the series, you will see a change in your appearance and bite. Unless you lose or damage a tray, you should not have “emergencies” or need to see us on an emergency basis. We traditionally give patients four aligners at each visit and each aligner is worn for a two week period of time. Invisalign patients are usually seen every eight to ten weeks to track progress and evaluate possible problematic areas. Click here to see other frequently asked questions about Invisalign.

2021 Diamond Invisalign Provider

Update: In 2021, Dr. Sanders has been named a 2021 Diamond Invisalign Provider.

Update: From 2018-2020, Dr. Sanders and Dr. Cabrera have been distinguished as at Platinum Invisalign Provider. You can find the Invisalign Provider Levels here.

In 2016, we have become a distinguished Elite Provider once again. Our hard work and dedication to our patients has assisted us in receiving this honor.

In 2014, Dr. Derek Sanders and Dr. Giselle Cabrera of Orthodontics Only in Miami, Florida achieved Invisalign Elite Preferred Provider status. For much more on the what it means to be Invisalign Elite Preferred please check out our blog post here. Ultimately, this helps our practice help you. We gain access to peer to peer events, practice development materials and the eligibility to attend a complimentary Invisalign Intermediate Course (GP) or Clear Techniques II (Ortho). With Invisalign getting more and more effective every single year you can be rest assured that our staff will be current of all the technology available to help straighten your teeth.

Our friend and esteemed Raleigh Invisalign specialist Dr. Jason Gladwell is an Invisalign Super Elite Provider and provides some of his experiences on his Gladwell Orthodontics website.

We will also explain which option will be the most cost effective. We recognize that the cost of the procedure plays a very important role in deciding what type of braces to get. Before starting any treatment we want you to be comfortable with the cost of the treatment. Do not hesitate to contact us at any time to get more information on Invisalign or braces in the Miami, Florida area.

Do Insurance Companies Cover Invisalign in Florida?

We are often asked questions related to insurance coverage and Invisalign. It is important to understand how the process works if you hope to get some type of coverage for your braces or Invisalign treatment. Our practice will be more than happy to assist you with any questions you have with your current insurance provider. When we run the insurance for a child or an adult we run it as if you are getting braces or Invisalign, there is not a distinction between the two. Generally speaking, insurance companies will cover around $1000 to $1500. There are some cases in which insurance will cover $2000 to $3000 but that is less common.