Invisalign Elite Premier Provider in Bakersfield, CA

While you probably know that we offer Invisalign at Montano Orthodontics, did you know that Dr. Montano is an Invisalign Elite Premier Provider? So what does this certification mean?

Dr Montano is specially trained in the Invisalign system of clear removable aligners, and has had extensive experience working with the system with his patients. Elite Premier Providers like Dr. Montano have achieved the highest level of experience with the Invisalign system, and are the top 1% of Invisalign providers in the entire country! After completing Invisalign treatment for hundreds of patients, Dr. Montano is the only doctor in the area with this distinction, and is also the only orthodontist in Bakersfield that offers Invisalign Teen, the aligner technology specifically designed for teenagers!
If you are considering the Invisalign system, give us a call at 661-665-7600 to schedule a free consultation. During this appointment we can work with you to determine if the Invisalign system is right for you!

The advantage of SureSmile® at Montano Orthodontics!

Does the thought of having braces bring you down? The team at Montano Orthodontics understands that one of the biggest concerns for orthodontic patients with braces is the length of their treatment.

But you’re in luck, because Dr. Montano specializes in SureSmile, high-tech braces that are revolutionizing the orthodontic industry. SureSmile, which combines digital 3-D imaging, has computer-aided treatment planning and customized archwires to straighten teeth about 40 percent faster than traditional braces. The SureSmile program calculates the exact shape and pattern of the teeth and bends and cuts the braces wires, with more precision than traditional braces.

There are three steps. First, Dr. Montano identifies the initial tooth position with the patented OraScanner, a wand with a tiny camera attached. The OraScanner creates a precise 3-D digital model of your mouth, which is then uploaded into software that lets Dr. Montano view your mouth and teeth from any angle. Next, the SureSmile system allows us to create your entire treatment plan prior to treatment, using special computer software to analyze the 3-D model of your mouth and develop a custom archwire treatment. Finally, SureSmile’s robotic technology bends Shape Memory Alloy archwires, which can “remember” your prescription.

Results

With SureSmile’s specially programmed archwires, your teeth move more directly into their intended positions. The result for our patients is shortened treatment time and a more comfortable experience in braces.

Once the braces are on it’s only a matter of time before they are taken off revealing beautiful, straight, healthy teeth. With traditional braces a patient is expected to schedule 18 to 20 office visits over two years. With SureSmile, patients average seven to 10 visits and can have their braces off within half the time.

If you’re considering orthodontic treatment, and braces are on the horizon, please contact Montano Orthodontics today!

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Imagining Your Life With Invisalign

Are you wondering what Invisalign treatment is really like, and what effect it will have on your day-to-day activities? Will it slur your speech? Will people know you're in treatment? You're not alone in your concerns! Following are a list of questions and answers for anyone pondering Invisalign treatment.

How exactly does Invisalign work?

Using 3-D computer imaging technology, Invisalign creates a series of custom-made, clear aligners exclusively for your teeth, based on the treatment plan that we specify for you. Each aligner moves teeth incrementally and is worn for about two weeks, then replaced by the next in the series until the final position is achieved.

Will I experience pain during treatment?

Most people experience temporary discomfort for a few days after a new aligner is placed. This feeling of pressure is normal and is a sign that Invisalign is working by sequentially moving your teeth to their final destination.

Can other people see that I'm in treatment?

One of the benefits of Invisalign is that the aligners are clear. You can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing.

Can I smoke during treatment?

We discourage smoking while wearing the aligners as they may become discolored.

Are there any foods I cannot eat while in treatment?

You can eat normally during the entire course of treatment. One of the advantages of Invisalign is that the aligners are removable. Simply take the aligners out before each meal, brush when you're finished eating, then reinsert the aligners afterward.

What about chewing gum?

We recommend removing your aligners for all meals and snacks, as gum and other chewy substances can stick to the aligners.

How often must I wear my aligners?

Aligners should be worn all day, except when eating, brushing, and flossing.

Will my speech be affected by the aligners?

As with any orthodontic treatment, aligners may temporarily affect your speech. If this does happen, your tongue will adjust within a day or two and your speech should return to normal.

How can I clean my aligners?

The best way to clean your aligners is by brushing and rinsing them in lukewarm water.

How often must I visit your office during treatment?

For most patients, visits every 4-6 weeks are frequent enough for us to determine that your treatment is progressing properly. Dr. Montano will provide you with a specific schedule that supports your individual treatment plan.

Is Invisalign Really Customized For Each Patient? At Montano Orthodontics It Is!

Yes, it is, and that’s part of what makes it work. To find out if you are the right candidate for Invisalign treatment, the first thing we do at Montano Orthodonticsdr is to take an impression of your teeth as they are now and digitize it. Using special software, we look at the current positioning of your teeth and compare it to the way your teeth should look.

Next we use special software to map out the exact path your teeth will take from the beginning of your treatment to the end. Based on the results, a set of custom aligners are created just for your teeth. Throughout the course of treatment, you will be required to wear these clear, removable aligners one at a time; each one moving your teeth closer and closer to their final, perfectly aligned position. And since the aligners are virtually invisible, nobody around you will even know you are wearing braces!

Dr. Montano is a certified Invisalign provider. If you have questions about Invisalign, or would like to find out if you are a candidate for Invisalign treatment, give us a call.

Montano Orthodontics Patient Reviews

Montano Orthodontics provides superior orthodontic care for children and adult patients in the Bakersfield community. Just see what their patients have to say!Dr. Montano is very friendly and very knowledgeable. He answers all my questions thoroughly. I made the right choice when I picked Dr. Montano as my daughter's orthodontist.
-Megan A.

I can tell Dr. Montano really cares about the outcome of my treatment. He is always friendly, cooperative, and helpful. He has made a very difficult and trying time in my life much easier to manage. I don't feel like I am going through it by myself because he has been there with me each step of the way. Thanks Dr. Montano!
-Nicola H.

Dr. Montano and his staff are very nice and the office is very clean! I recommended my friend Stephanie; she got braces a few weeks ago! I will continue to send my friends and family to Dr. M!
-Felisha M.

Dr. Montano is very knowledgeable, he treats everyone with kindness and respect, and he has a very good reputation in our community.
-Katie C.

I like Dr. Montano because I didn't have to go through surgery, I get a prize for being on time at the end, and I get to play arcade games while I wait.
-Kaitlin B.

I like how Dr. Montano is a down-to-earth cool guy and I love how fast my smile is improving!!!!!!!!
-Stephanie O.

The office is very modern and professional, Dr. Montano is extremely friendly and his staff is excellent.
-Michael M.

More and More Adults Getting Braces

The AAO just released the news: the number of adults with braces has risen by 37% in the past 10 years! This is a huge increase. What people are attributing to this rise varies, but I have 3 ideas:

• More and more reality TV shows stressing the overall makeover
• The wide acceptance of cosmetic dentistry as more than just a "fad"
• The vast advances in orthodontic technology from Invisalign to SureSmile

Definitely with the ability to wear "invisible braces" it seems that the social stigma of wearing braces past college has gone away. We all want that perfectly healthy and straight smile, but many people don't realize that it's more than just cosmetics. Straightening your teeth can improve your oral health, and lead to a world of comfort in your jaw line. In fact, overly crowded teeth can cause headaches, mouth aches, and all these aches can easily effect the rest of your body. So, to ensure that you get the health benefits of a straight smile, don't let your age get in the way of your body's needs.

Patient Responses to SureSmile

As a SureSmile orthodontist in Bakersfield, I work with many patients who are trying to choose between Invisalign and SureSmile. Here's a video to help you decide:



Check back next week for a video about Invisalign.

Wearing Invisalign in Bakersfield California

Many people know that Invisalign is a great solution to braces if you don't want to experience the look and feel of traditional metal braces. What few people know, though, is that just like traditional braces, Invisalign requires proper care to work effectively. Good oral hygiene is highly important, even when you are wearing something in your mouth that you can take out to eat with. It's still likely that your aligners can build up plaque if not treated properly. When wearing your Invialign aligners, ask yourself the following questions:

1.) Am I eating with my aligners on? - These aligners are removable and should be taken out when you eat.
2.) Am I drinking anything other than water with my aligners on? - Though it's not a necessity for you to take out your aligners while you drink, think about how sticky a soda is. If you take out your aligners when drinking a soda, you have a better chance of keeping your aligners clean.
3.) Am I brushing before putting the trays on? - The aligners have both an inside and outside. Keeping the outside clean is easy. Keeping the inside clean is also easy: just make sure you've brushed your teeth before putting the trays on.

These are all very simple steps, and ultimately, they help to keep you building good oral habits.

SureSmile in Action - State of The Art Orthodontics in Bakersfield, CA

We've blogged about SureSmile before, but today, we wanted to show it to you in action! Check out exactly how exciting it is when the expertise and experience of our Bakersfield orthodontist, meets the precision of a robot:

Braces & Orthodontics for Children in Bakersfield, California (CA)

Few parents realize that their children can receive early orthodontic treatment to align their jaws and begin planning their child's facial growth. At our Bakersfield, CA orthodontic practice, we can consult with a parent about a child as early as seven years old about orthodontics and braces treatment. Our expert orthodontist and talented staff are skilled in orthodontics and braces treatment for children, adolescents, and braces for adults.

Early treatment benefits for children

Orthodontics for Children in Bakersfield, Califronia (CA)

The general consensus is that children should have an orthodontic consultation by the age of seven. The permanent first molars and incisors have usually erupted by this time and the child can be evaluated for any overbites, cross bites, or crowding that may be present. Early orthopedic intervention guides growth and development and may prevent serious problems that may require jaw surgery.

Advantages of early orthodontic treatment:

• Reducing treatment time
• Increase self-esteem early
• Shorten/improve second phase of treatment
• Possibly eliminate the need for future jaw surgery
• Avoid permanent tooth extraction
• Correct abnormal speech or swallowing problems
• Alleviate thumb sucking habits

Although early treatment can be a great preventative measure, it is never too late to improve your smile.

Montano Orthodontics - SureSmile & Invisalign in Bakersfield California (CA)

When you visit our office, not only will you receive the same exceptional treatment and service we always offer, but you will have the chance to take advantage of our advanced orthodontic technologies. We are pleased to offer SureSmile® and Invisalign®. What could be better?

SureSmile® is the most sophisticated technology available to traditional orthodontic treatment. The advanced digital technology is what separates the SureSmile® System from conventional orthodontics. By utilizing customized arch wires, SureSmile® can deliver:

• Shorter Treatment Times


• Fewer Office Visits



• Less Overall Discomfort

How is this possible? With SureSmile® orthodontics, our assistants use a handheld oral scanner to capture 3-D images that allow Dr. Montano to build a precise 3-D computer model of your teeth. Treatment planning occurs on the computer where Dr. Montano maps out your entire treatment and designs ideal positions for your teeth. With this information, Dr. Montano determines the most efficient way to move your teeth to create the desired result. Your wires are then bent utilizing a robotic mechanism that creates the perfect movement to create your winning smile.

Invisalign® is a nearly invisible orthodontic technology that allows you to straighten your teeth. In using advanced 3-D computer technology, Dr. Montano can design treatment which uses a series of clear aligners to help gradually straighten your teeth. The advantage of utilizing the Invisalign® system does not stop at its nearly invisible


properties:

• Aligners are removable, thus allowing you to eat, brush, and floss normally.


• You become actively involved in your own treatment by changing your aligners.


• Computer simulated treatment will show your progress from aligner to aligner.

How is this possible? Molds of your teeth are sent to Align Technology and transferred into 3-D computer images. Dr. Montano maps out your treatment from start to finish. Based on Dr. Montano's prescription, a series of custom-made aligners are produced. Each aligner is worn for approximately two weeks, before being replaced by the next aligner. Movement is gradual from aligner to aligner, making treatment more comfortable. In addition to all this, your treatment is mapped out step-by-step on the computer, allowing you to view your predicted tooth movement from start to finish.

To learn more about these advanced technologies, you are welcome to visit www.SureSmile.com and www.Invisalign.com

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