Inman Aligner & A.B.B.

Dr. Mirelez is the 1^st and ONLY certified provider of the Inman Aligner in Fresno and the Central Valley!!
How it works
The Inman Aligner utilizes a lingual coil spring that puts pressure on the teeth that need repositioning and a labial bar that reverses the same pressure. These components work together to "squeeze" teeth together by pushing and pulling them into alignment.

Length of treatment
Inman Aligner treatment typically takes 6-16 weeks. Simple cases can complete in a little over 1 month and more complex cases might take 4 months or so. Your Inman Aligner Dentist will give you a realistic guide of what to expect. Normally lower front teeth move a little faster than uppers.
However, because the Inman Aligner is so highly efficient, when a case is suitable, it works much faster than alternative orthodontics techniques. This is what makes it so revolutionary and moves the Inman Aligner into the realms of cutting edge Cosmetic Dentistry.
Comfort
Like any orthodontic appliance, the Aligner can feel a little uncomfortable for the first few days.
After a week most patients are used to their Aligner and have no problems wearing it and it will quickly feel like it belongs in your mouth.
Your speech will be affected for the first few days but it will get better!
Daily Use
Compliance is paramount. The Aligner will only work if you wear it every day for the treatment time. Ideally patients should wear the Aligner for 20 hours a day maximum. Any less and the treatment could take longer to complete.
It should always be removed before eating and you should clean your teeth and your aligner before you refit it back into your mouth.
It is ok to take your aligner out for photos, special occasions and eating as long as this is not for longer than a few hours.
Other Advantages

• Is an alternative to expensive "Invisible Braces".
• Allows you to achieve great results using just one appliance.
• Can give you a wonderful smile with less hassle and expense in a shorter period of time.
• Can be removed and inserted as easily as a retainer.

	Inman Aligner Standard The Inman Spring Aligner is designed for Maxillary or Mandibular Incisal correction. Lingual and labial coil components are used to correct anterior rotations and crowding. See also Inman Aligner Standard Lower.
	Invisible Inman Aligner Lingual active component married to an invisible retainer. See also Invisible Inman Aligner Lingual.
	Clear Bow Inman Aligner This design option eliminates the wire on the front of the teeth and is very aesthetic.
	White Bow Inman Aligner This design option camouflages the wire while still allowing the use of hard clear acrylic. This option is less aesthetic than the Clear Bow Inman but is also less expensive.
	A.B.B. (Align, Bleach and Bond) Align, Bleach and Bond (ABB) is the latest and most conservative way of getting an amazing smile makeover.- all done with NO veneers and NO tooth cutting. In the past patients would have teeth filed back and veneers placed to get a great smile. While sometimes this is necessary, for most patients ABB is now the answer. Many no- prep veneer systems have been brought out to minimize the amount of tooth removal- with ABB there are no veneers at all. Alignment is carried out with Inman Aligners or clear braces, and then the whitening is carried out simultaneously (because the Inman Aligner isn’t fixed on to your teeth and only needs wearing 18 hours a day) – then after this is done (often within 12 weeks) the edges are simply built up with composite bonding to give an amazing outline. Click image below for more Before and After shots We know this is the right way of doing cosmetic dentistry because many patients who once thought they wanted veneers very quickly change their mind when they see their teeth aligning and whitening – ultimately they end up with far less damage done to their teeth and the costs are always far less too. Advantages of Align, Bleach and Bond NO TOOTH PREPARATION- no drills are required NO INJECTIONS GREAT VALUE - average price $3,000 vs. $5,000 - $8,000 for traditional Smile Makeover FAST TREATMENT TIME (TYPICALLY 3-4months) INMAN ALIGNER can be removed 6 hours a day- meaning you can kiss, eat and there’s no smelly breath! SIMULTANEOUS WHITENING you can whiten during the procedure rather than waiting for the braces to come off BEAUTIFUL NATURAL RESULTS - we aim to make your own teeth look straighter and whiter Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)