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Everything I have had done at Premier Smile Center has been top-notch. The treatment I received was thorough, precise and extremely professional. I never felt like just another patient because they took the time to listen to my concerns. They addressed my issues and we agreed on the treatment plan together.

The staff is very friendly, warm and extremely knowledgeable. I felt relaxed and comfortable knowing I chose the right place to get the dental work I needed. Dr. Johnson is very humane and very knowledgeable, and she does amazing work. I like the friendliness and honesty of the whole practice. I was not confident with my smile, in fact I was very self conscious and rarely smiled. Premier Smile Center has changed all that. My smile is one of the things I like the most.

Maria
I was terrified to receive a root canal, but I knew it had to be done. After meeting with Dr. Johnson and Dr. Bui, I felt better about the procedure. They educated me on the process. I was comfortable and had no pain—which was my biggest worry. I love coming to the office. Everyone is super friendly and knowledgeable. The doctors and staff educate you on what they are doing and why it is needed.

The dentist was a place I visited only when I desperately needed to, and now I’m in the office every few months. I don’t live near the office anymore, but as long as they’re there, I will be driving over to Fort Lauderdale. Thanks to Premier Smile Center, I now have healthy, pearly white and almost perfectly straight teeth.

Adriana
When I first came to the practice, my teeth were in terrible condition. From the beginning to the end of my treatment, Dr. Johnson and her entire practice were outstanding, professional and extremely understanding of my needs. Dr. Johnson is honest and very hands-on, and the practice feels like a family and not a factory. Thanks to Dr. Johnson, I now have a great smile.

Arthur
Coming to Premier Smile Center was a life-changing experience for me. Although I was a registered nurse, I had the worst teeth ever—a missing tooth, discolored teeth and a crooked smile. Dr. Johnson explained to me in detail how she could give me a beautiful smile. She and her staff have been truly supportive and non-judgmental about my teeth. Dr. Johnson is compassionate, understanding and a joy to talk to, and the staff are friendly, efficient and caring. They encouraged me to go on when I was feeling down, and now I can smile confidently.

The treatment I received has greatly increased my self-esteem. I can smile and laugh unashamedly and join into a group conversation, and not just be a passive listener. I also have better health and nutrition. It is the best investment I have ever made for myself.

Gloria
Premier Smile Center has always treated me like family, and my experience as a patient of Dr. Johnson’s has been nothing but satisfactory. Dr. Johnson is brilliant, and the practice is clean, friendly and professional. Before I came to the office, the condition of my teeth was depressing. As a result of my treatment, I have more confidence and less anxiety associated with a messed-up mouth.

Clayton
Before coming to Premier Smile Center, I had not been to a dentist in some time. I needed some periodontal work done, fillings and wisdom tooth extractions. What initially struck me was the warm welcome I received from the front office staff, and I had virtually no wait time before I was greeted by Dr. Johnson. She was incredibly professional and explained everything she was doing as she conducted the initial exam. She made her recommendations and scheduled a return visit to repair some fillings and pull two wisdom teeth.

What was truly amazing was that within 24 hours Dr. Johnson herself called to check on me and asked how my experience was. My wisdom tooth extractions went flawlessly, and I experienced very little bleeding and no pain during or after the procedure. Again, Dr. Johnson called me afterward to check how I was doing. I like Dr. Johnson’s warm and sincere concern for her patients, and I also like her professional staff. I am always impressed by the warm, professional nature of everyone in the office.

Daniel
From the moment I arrived at Premier Smile Center over a year ago, Dr. Johnson and her entire staff have been amazing. Needless to say, anytime you have a cosmetic procedure done there will be nerves and lots of questions. Within minutes into my initial consultation, these concerns subsided. Unlike other dental practices I have been to, Dr. Johnson took her time and explained what I should expect from beginning to end with Invisalign. I continue to receive compliments on my smile every day. I love it! I have already and would recommend her again to anyone I know. A huge thank you to Dr. Johnson and the Premier Smile Center staff for making my experience fabulous!

Erica

How Does Invisalign Work?

Invisalign uses nearly invisible trays to discreetly straighten teeth. This innovative orthodontic alternative seems too good to be true, but it really does do the hard work of braces without the visibility. Every patient who chooses this form of cosmetic dentistry from Dr. Charmaine Johnson, Fort Lauderdale Invisalign provider at Premier Smile Center, will have their treatment customized to their unique oral health, but the way the technology works remains the same no matter who you are. Dr. Johnson will explain to each patient and will answer the question – how does Invisalign work?

The Big-Picture Invisalign Process

On average, Invisalign takes about one year to complete, but this timeline will vary by patient and will depend on the complexity of your case. What does not differ from patient to patient is the process. Here is how Invisalign works:

Analysis: Your Invisalign provider will take detailed 3D images and x-rays of your teeth, jaw, and bite so adjustments can be made digitally. Your dentist will observe the jaw from different angles and perform a diagnostic analysis to determine if there is a viable path to straight teeth.
Customization: If you are a good candidate for Invisalign, a customized treatment plan – from start to finish – will be created for moving your teeth.
Creation: When your treatment plan is ready and finalized, your photos and information will be sent to an Invisalign lab so the aligners can be created just for you.
Treatment: Treatment officially begins when your first sets of aligners are ready. You will receive a few groupings of trays at every dental checkup – every six to eight weeks – and be expected to change them out about every two weeks at home.

The Details of Invisalign Treatment

Once you understand the big picture of how Invisalign works, it’s time to get familiar with the details of the trays and how does Invisalign work.

Only a few teeth move at a time.
Trays are switched about every two weeks to target the next several teeth.
Both tooth root and crown are shifted simultaneously.
Teeth are moved gently and slowly into alignment.
You may need attachments to help teeth move even more effectively.

Get the Most Out of Your Invisalign Treatment

Invisalign works best when the wearer follows the rules from start to finish. This treatment is designed to work gently and consistently, with each set of trays moving a few teeth at a time until your entire smile is in alignment.

How you behave during and after treatment, will make all the difference in the success of this orthodontic alternative.

Follow the rules. How well a patient adheres to their Invisalign plan makes all the difference in the success of their treatment. You must wear the trays 20 to 22 hours a day, clean trays carefully, change aligners as indicated, not eat or drink anything but water with the trays in, and follow all the rules for the plan to progress effectively.
Visit your dentist regularly. If you want to see Invisalign all the way through to the end, you cannot skip out on checkups with your Invisalign provider. She ensures that your treatment is progressing as it should and gives you the next sets of aligners so the work carries on as intended.
Wear your retainer after treatment. The last Invisalign tray is not the end of treatment – there is still work to be done to keep your newly shifted teeth in place, and that means wearing retainers. Retainers are the most essential step after Invisalign and keeps the teeth, bones, and muscles in their new positions.

Are You a Good Candidate for Invisalign?

Invisalign trays are not difficult to wear – but they do require an adjustment period. Understanding how Invisalign works and what’s expected of you as a patient will make it easier to absorb the rules into your daily routine.

If you want to straighten your smile, correct crooked or crowded or gapped teeth, and find out if you’re a good candidate for Invisalign, contact Premier Smile Center in Fort Lauderdale to schedule a consultation as well as learn about the associated cost of this cosmetic dentistry treatment including any special offers that we may be running.