Invisalign® Go and standard Invisalign both straighten teeth with removable clear aligners, but they’re designed for different levels of orthodontic correction. Invisalign Go focuses on mild to moderate tooth misalignment and generally uses fewer aligners, while standard Invisalign can address more complex tooth movement and bite problems.
Clear aligner care at The Dentists of Omaha is available through four Omaha, NE, offices in Hillsborough, Village Pointe, Ralston Square, and Dundee. Dr. Brian Pendley evaluates Invisalign Go candidates. He graduated from the University of Nebraska School of Dentistry in 1999 and helped develop the practice’s Village Pointe office.
How Is Invisalign Go Different?
Think of Invisalign Go as a more focused version of Invisalign. It uses the same basic concept: A series of custom clear aligners gradually moves your teeth into their planned positions.
The key difference is the scope of correction. Invisalign Go is designed for concerns such as:
- Mild crowding
- Mild to moderately crooked teeth
- Small spacing concerns
- Mild to moderate orthodontic relapse
When tooth misalignment or bite problems are more complex, standard Invisalign or another form of orthodontic care may provide a broader range of tooth movement.
Is Invisalign Go Faster Than Standard Invisalign?
Invisalign Go is intended for less complicated cases and often works faster. A typical Invisalign Go timeline is about 15 to 30 weeks. Standard Invisalign can extend beyond 12 months when substantial tooth movement or significant bite correction is involved.
Your actual timeline depends on your teeth and how consistently you wear your aligners.
What Is Similar About the Two Options?
Both systems use custom, removable clear trays rather than fixed metal brackets and wires. You can remove your aligners when you eat, drink anything other than water, brush, and floss.
Which Type of Invisalign Is Right for You?
The choice isn’t simply about which option sounds faster. It comes down to your teeth position, your bite, and how much movement is required.
Someone with mild crowding or a small gap could fit the scope of Invisalign Go. More pronounced crowding, severe misalignment, or a complicated bite may require standard Invisalign or traditional orthodontics.
Compare Your Clear Aligner Options in Omaha
A dental evaluation can show you whether Invisalign Go matches the changes you want to make. Dr. Brian Pendley and The Dentists of Omaha offer clear aligner care in Omaha, NE. Contact us at one of our four offices today. Call Hillsborough at (402) 802-9956, Village Pointe at (402) 505-7474, Ralston Square at (402) 307-6215, or Dundee at (402) 307-6220.