If you care about what goes into your body, you probably care about what goes into your mouth. That’s exactly why so many of our patients at Claremont Dental Institute choose Invisalign in Claremont.
Invisalign isn’t just about straighter teeth. It’s about aligning your smile with your values. If you’ve chosen metal-free fillings, ceramic implants, or a holistic approach to your health, traditional braces with metal brackets and wires won’t feel like the right fit.
At our Claremont, CA office, Dr. Steve Fountain and Dr. Michele Pavlisin offer Invisalign as part of our metal-free, biocompatible approach to dentistry. It’s a natural extension of our philosophy. Today, we’ll explain why.
Our Philosophy: Whole-Body Dentistry
Before we get into Invisalign specifically, let’s talk about our approach. At Claremont Dental Institute, we practice holistic dentistry. We sometimes call it “whole-body dentistry.”
What does that mean? It means we don’t treat your teeth in isolation. We consider how your oral health affects your overall wellness. We also consider how the materials we use might affect your body.
That’s why we’re a metal-free practice that uses biocompatible materials that work with your body. We use composite resin fillings instead of mercury amalgam. We use ceramic implants instead of titanium.
If you’ve chosen this approach for your dental restorations, it makes sense that you’d want the same philosophy for your orthodontic treatment.
Why Invisalign Fits Our Metal-Free Philosophy
Invisalign aligners are made from a clear, BPA-free plastic called SmartTrack. They contain no metal, wires, or brackets.
For patients with metal sensitivities or allergies, this matters. Traditional braces use stainless steel and nickel-titanium wires. Some patients react to these metals. Invisalign eliminates that concern entirely.
Research on aligner biocompatibility is ongoing. A recent scoping review noted that while most evidence comes from lab studies, the materials used in clear aligners are generally considered safe for oral use. The review also highlighted the need for more long-term studies, which we’ll continue to monitor as new research emerges.
For now, the key point is that Invisalign gives you a metal-free option for straightening your teeth. That’s consistent with everything else we do here.
The Invisalign Difference: What Makes It Unique
If you’re new to Invisalign, here’s how it works. Instead of metal brackets and wires, you wear a series of clear, removable aligners. You wear each set for about two weeks. Then you switch to the next set, which is slightly different. Over time, your teeth move into proper alignment.
The aligners are custom-made for your teeth using digital impressions and 3D modeling. They fit snugly and are barely visible. Most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them.
Treatment typically takes 12 to 18 months, depending on your case. You’ll wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day. You remove them to eat, drink anything other than water, brush, and floss.
That removability is a big deal. With traditional braces, food gets stuck in the brackets. Cleaning around wires is difficult. With Invisalign, you remove the aligners, eat what you want, brush and floss normally, then put them back in.
For patients who value their oral hygiene and their dietary choices, this is a major advantage.
What Invisalign Can Treat
Invisalign can address a range of orthodontic concerns, including:
- Crooked teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Overbite
- Underbite
- Crossbite
- Open bite
- Orthodontic relapse (teeth shifting after previous braces)
If you have mild to moderate orthodontic concerns, Invisalign might be a great option. Dr. Fountain or Dr. Pavlisin will evaluate your smile during a consultation to determine if it’s right for you.
The Expertise Behind Your Invisalign Treatment
At Claremont Dental Institute, experienced dentists guide your Invisalign treatment with a full-picture approach.
Dr. Steve Fountain has been serving the Claremont community for over 30 years. He’s a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology and has hundreds of hours of post-doctorate training in implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and endodontics. He’s also an Invisalign provider.
Dr. Michele Pavlisin brings nearly 40 years of experience to her work. Her advanced training includes the Pankey Institute, the Dawson Center for Advanced Education, and Spear Education. Her specialties include smile cosmetics, TMJ and jaw joint pain, and oral facial pain. She’s also an Invisalign provider and uses laser dentistry.
Together, they bring a comprehensive approach to your orthodontic care. They don’t just move teeth. They consider how your bite functions, how your jaw joints are aligned, and how your overall health is supported.
Why Health-Conscious Patients Choose Both
If you’re the kind of person who reads labels, asks questions about materials, and makes choices based on long-term wellness, Invisalign and metal-free dentistry are a natural pairing.
You choose metal-free fillings to avoid mercury exposure. You choose ceramic implants because they’re biocompatible. Invisalign fits that same mindset. It’s a clear, removable, metal-free option for straightening your teeth. It aligns with your values.
And because you can remove the aligners, you can maintain excellent oral hygiene throughout treatment. You can brush and floss normally. You can keep your teeth and gums healthy while you straighten your smile.
That’s what whole-body dentistry looks like in practice.
Serving Claremont and Beyond
Claremont Dental Institute is conveniently located at 601 East Foothill Boulevard in Claremont, CA. We proudly serve patients from:
- Claremont
- La Verne
- Pomona
- San Dimas
- Upland
- Rancho Cucamonga
- All surrounding Inland Valley communities
Our office is easy to find and offers convenient hours throughout the week.
Schedule Your Invisalign Consultation Today
If you’ve been thinking about straightening your teeth but traditional braces don’t appeal to you, Invisalign might be the answer. If you value a metal-free, holistic approach to your health, it’s a perfect fit.
Call Claremont Dental Institute at (909) 277-6919 to schedule your consultation, or request an appointment online. Dr. Fountain, Dr. Pavlisin, and our team will evaluate your smile and help you decide if Invisalign is right for you.