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Yes, it is, and that’s part of what makes it work, says Dr. Powell. To find out if you are the right candidate for Invisalign treatment, the first thing we do 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. The best thing about it all? Nobody around you will even know you are wearing braces!

Dr. Mark Powell is a certified Invisalign provider, serving Grand Rapids, Allendale, Grandville, Hudsonville, Zeeland and Jenison, MI. If you have questions about Invisalign, or would like to find out if you are a candidate for Invisalign treatment, please give us a call.

One in four parents says their child has had an injury during an organized sport resulting in a trip to the emergency room, according to the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO. That why Dr. Powell and our team thought February—also known as National Children’s Dental Health Month—would be great time to remind our patients to be mindful of their braces and pearly whites while playing sports. Here are a few tips to stay safe on the field this spring, courtesy of the AAO:

1. Wear mouth guards for contact sports such as baseball, softball, soccer and lacrosse.
2. Wear a helmet
3. Wear protective eyewear
4. Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin
5. Be alert, even as a spectator

We hope that helps. Protective gear is vital for anyone engaging in tooth or mouth-threatening activities. If you have any further questions about any of these tips, please contact our office. Stay safe and have fun!

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Patients at our office enjoy access to their account 24 hours a day, seven days a week—all through our website. You can look up your appointments and all of your account details at your convenience, all from the comfort of your own home! You can even receive appointment reminders through email or text messages!

You may sign up for this convenient service on our website by clicking on the "Patient Login" button on our homepage. Please give us a call if you have any questions about getting started!

At Mark Powell DDS we believe that it is important for all children to visit an orthodontist by the age of 7 or 8 to check for growth guidance, as recommended by the American Association of Orthodontists. It is the philosophy of  Dr. Mark Powell to treat each child as if they're one of his own, and he will recommend the best treatment for your child. Be sure to give us a call to learn more about Mark Powell DDS, and orthodontic treatment options options serving Grand Rapids, Allendale, Grandville, Hudsonville, Zeeland and Jenison, MI. Thank you!