Invisalign is a successful and effective alternative to traditional braces. Instead of wearing noticeable metal braces, patients can wear discreet clear aligners that provide similar results. At Santa Clara Family Dental, we have administered this treatment several times with excellent results. Our dentist is very familiar with how the aligners work and how patients adjust to it. Whether you want to get treatment or are looking for a 2nd opinion for Invisalign, we can help.
Is A Second Opinion Necessary?
Clear aligners aren’t attached to the teeth and are removable, but you still need to consider the treatment carefully. The aligners will loosen the teeth imperceptibly and gently move them into the desired position, which means you need to make sure the procedure is the right choice for you.
Most patients trust their dentist to provide straightforward and unbiased advice on Invisalign. However, it is still a good idea to get a second opinion as it can help you make decisions with much more certainty. It can help confirm that your dentist will provide you with trustworthy and reliable advice.
Call Our Office Today at (408) 241-4111
How Does This Work?
There’s no need to hide your desire to seek a second consultation from your dentist. Well established and respectable professionals in this field won’t feel threatened. They will encourage you to explore as much information as you need to make a satisfactory decision. Here’s a look at how you can get a second opinion from our qualified and experienced dentist:
- Call our office and book a consultation. You can mention that you need a second opinion for Invisalign while booking an appointment.
- Bring your past dental records and any brief your current dentist provides to the appointment.
- Our dentist will read the records and brief before conducting a thorough visual examination.
- If you don’t have an x-ray from your current dentist, we will include it in our examination.
- Once we have a clear idea of your current dental health and teeth alignment, our dentist will offer their opinion and recommendations.
It is a good idea to come prepared with a list of questions to ask during your appointment with us. That allows you to benefit from the consultation and gain information from an unbiased source. After the consultation, you can book an appointment with your current dentist and discuss the recommendations.
When Should You Seek A Second Opinion?
We encourage patients to get a second opinion for every major procedure, including Invisalign. However, if you notice any of the issues mentioned below, it is vital to reach out to another professional in the field:
- Your current dentist is pushing Invisalign treatment on you.
- The treatment seems more expensive than the average market rates in your area.
- You have a severe overbite or underbite and don’t know if Invisalign will help.
- You don’t have a good rapport with your current dentist and need someone else’s input.
- The current dentist doesn’t have good feedback from past patients who have undergone Invisalign treatment.
- The dentist isn’t answering all of your questions clearly, and you’re still uncertain about the procedure.
If you experience any of these problems, it is a good idea to find a trustworthy professional for a 2nd opinion for Invisalign. You can contact us immediately and explain your concerns to our dentist. Don’t hesitate to get a consultation if you’re uncomfortable with the procedure and feel like your dentist isn’t addressing your concerns.
It isn’t uncommon for patients to get a second opinion even during the treatment. Many patients come to us when they experience too much pain or discomfort during their treatment, and their current dentist isn’t addressing it. We can help you in such situations and ensure your treatment goes more smoothly.
If you want to know more about Invisalign, don’t hesitate to contact us at Santa Clara Family Dental. We’ll be happy to provide a second opinion and answer any questions you might have.