Dr. Lawrence Fendrich: Invisible Braces by Dr. Lawrence Fendrich

Dec. 28, 2010 - PRLog -- Dr. Lawrence Fendrich: Invisible Braces by Dr. Lawrence Fendrich

According to Dr. Lawrence Fendrich, Invisalign ® is a new orthodontic treatment system that works to straighten teeth through the use of a series of clear plastic molds (aligners). Invisalign® "invisible" braces, Dr. Lawrence Fendrich explains, eliminate the metallic smile that is characteristic of traditional orthodontic braces.

How Does Invisalign® Work?
To ensure the most precise outcome, Dr. Lawrence Fendrich has found that your orthodontist will use computer imaging to create your invisalign® braces. After taking bite impressions of your mouth, the dentist will then use the invisalign® three-dimensional computer imaging system to create a series of clear retainers. The first one will fit your current configuration of teeth. Dr. Lawrence Fendrich notes that each successive retainer will act like invisible braces, using gentle pressure to move your teeth to their target alignments.

Dr. Lawrence Fendrich has learned that the number of invisalign® trays used will depend on each individual case but the average is between 18 and 30. Each clear invisalign® retainer is removable and worn for two weeks (24 hours a day, except during meals) and then the next aligner is used. Dr. Lawrence Fendrich goes on to explain that this process is repeated until the teeth are in the desired position. The entire invisalign® treatment takes the same amount of time as traditional orthodontic braces.

Benefits of Invisalign®
Dr. Lawrence Fendrich recognizes that the most apparent benefit of invisalign® is that patients can straighten their teeth without anyone knowing. Most adults would rather live with crooked teeth than spend two or more years with the metal braces that they remember from their teenage years. Dr. Lawrence Fendrich highlights that the clear invisalign® retainer was developed to introduce some much-needed aesthetics to the field of adult orthodontics.

The invisalign® system also boasts improved hygiene over traditional braces. Dr. Lawrence Fendrich points out that because the clear retainers are removable, patients can brush and floss as they normally would, reducing the chances of possible staining and decay that often occur with traditional braces. Also, food and drink choices are less restrictive. If patients wish to eat sticky candy or drink soda, they may do so after removing their clear invisalign® retainer.

Dr. Lawrence Fendrich sheds light on the fact that there are very few problems associated with the invisalign® system. People who fail to wear their clear invisalign® retainer at all times may find that their teeth don't change position as quickly as they would like. Dr. Lawrence Fendrich observes that some people with sensitive teeth and gums may feel some discomfort when they switch to a new aligner in the series. These problems with invisalign® are typically minor and most patients feel that the benefits far outweigh any problems.

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Dr. Fendrich is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, considered by many to be one of the finest centers for higher dental education in the country. For the past 26 years he has focused his professional efforts on providing caring, quality dental care to all his patients.
With a strong emphasis on cosmetic smile design and redesign, Dr. Fendrich has attended thousands of hours of continuing education to further his skills. In addition to having placed dental implants since 1984, Dr. Fendrich has been involved in numerous dental practices coaching and teaching his skills to younger dentists.