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The Invisalign® system uses a series of clear, removable teeth aligners to straighten teeth. These aligners are made specifically for each individual, and are changed out every two weeks. Getting Started with Invisalign®  To get Invisalign® you must visit your orthodontist or dentist. Once it is decided that you are a good candidate for Invisalign®, your dentist will take dental impressions, x-rays, and pictures of your teeth. At this point a three dimensional model of your teeth is created. It is from this model that the plastic resin aligner is manufactured for each stage. Invisalign® Benefits Metal braces can be unsightly, as well as uncomfortable, and they tend to pose a problem when it comes to eating. The Invisalign® system does not have any of these limitations. The clear aligners are nearly undetectable, and much more comfortable to wear. The can even be removed for eating, brushing, and flossing. Another advantage to the Invisalign® system is that it works faste