Glossary

Invisalign Glossary

Plain-language definitions of the invisalign terms you will hear at Smile Tustin in Tustin, CA.

Clear Aligner Trays

Clear aligners are transparent trays that are worn over teeth to move into proper alignment.

Impressions

This is the first step in making a model of your teeth for creating personalized orthodontic appliances.

Orthodontics

Orthodontics is a specialty within dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of mispositioned teeth and jaws, and misaligned bite patterns.