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Dr. Jeffrey Weisser, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Jeffrey Weiser is an Orthodontist practicing in Bryan , Crockett and Lufkin TX. Dr. Weiser specializes in diagnosing and treating dental malalignments and malocclusions. He has done over 4,000 Invisalign cases throughout his 36 year career.
37 years Experience
Dr. Jeffrey Weisser, DDS
  • Bryan, TX
  • University of Maryland BCDS
  • Accepting new patients

What can't I eat with lingual braces?

I suggest getting Invisalign. That way you can eat whatever you want.

Are tooth braces painful?

I’ve never had patients complaining of pain with braces.

What can I eat with braces?

Soft, sugar free food. Otherwise, you’ll break brackets. Most orthos charge for broken brackets. Plus, you can get white and brown spotting around the brackets. That’s not pretty. READ MORE
Soft, sugar free food. Otherwise, you’ll break brackets. Most orthos charge for broken brackets. Plus, you can get white and brown spotting around the brackets. That’s not pretty.

Can you use toothpaste with braces?

You can. It’s just harder to keep teeth with braces clean. Invisalign makes it much easier.

Is it possible to clean teeth with braces?

It is possible, but difficult. This is another reason I do Invisalign. The teeth are real easy to clean.

How often should braces be cleaned?

At least twice a day. But your brushing and flossing has to be effective. Otherwise, you’ll get white and brown spots around the brackets. That’s decay and not pretty at all. That’s READ MORE
At least twice a day. But your brushing and flossing has to be effective. Otherwise, you’ll get white and brown spots around the brackets. That’s decay and not pretty at all. That’s another reason Invisalign today is superior.

Brackets

The adhesive we use allows you to eat right away. Of course you have dozens of foods you are prohibited from eating.

Is jaw surgery risky?

There is risk with any surgery. But, I feel that the rewards outweigh the risks. Over the years, I have only seen amazing results.

Who is not eligible for metal braces?

I have done over 4,000 Invisalign cases. I can do about 98% of all malocclusions with Invisalign. It is faster and much more accurate than metal braces can ever be. Plus, you READ MORE
I have done over 4,000 Invisalign cases. I can do about 98% of all malocclusions with Invisalign. It is faster and much more accurate than metal braces can ever be. Plus, you can eat whatever you want; keep your teeth cleaner; fewer visits to the Ortho. I insist that people who play sports get Invisalign. One hit to the mouth, and the athlete can end up in the ER. There are cases that require Invisalign. Lastly, folks with nickel allergies should go with Invisalign.

Veneers or invisalign?

Definitely do Invisalign. Your teeth will be healthy as will your gums. I had crooked teeth on the bottom, and I did Invisalign on myself. I'm very glad I did. Veneers will READ MORE
Definitely do Invisalign. Your teeth will be healthy as will your gums. I had crooked teeth on the bottom, and I did Invisalign on myself. I'm very glad I did. Veneers will not solve any of your problems other than alter the shape, size and color of your teeth. Not the position.

Can you eat normally with Invisalign?

You can eat whatever you want. You will remove the aligners before eating.

Can Invisalign cause tooth pain?

In my 36 years of practice, I’ve never had a patient complain of pain wearing Invisalign. Now if the tooth has a cavity or something else wrong with it, see your general dentist READ MORE
In my 36 years of practice, I’ve never had a patient complain of pain wearing Invisalign. Now if the tooth has a cavity or something else wrong with it, see your general dentist for an evaluation.

Can Invisalign fix big gaps between teeth?

Simply put, yes! I have a patient whose gap was the size of another tooth. I closed it. You need a DDS who knows what he/she is doing in order to do most Invisalign cases.

Are invisible braces better than metal braces?

Invisalign is far superior to metal braces. Computers and AI are far more accurate and efficient than a human being and braces. It's like choosing between a Ferrari and a Chevy READ MORE
Invisalign is far superior to metal braces. Computers and AI are far more accurate and efficient than a human being and braces. It's like choosing between a Ferrari and a Chevy at the same price.