Clear aligners have become a popular way to straighten teeth. They are a huge improvement over traditional metal braces, which are highly-conspicuous because they cover up the patient's teeth with wires and brackets. However, with clear aligners, patients can expect a discreet and seamless treatment.
Clear aligners work using a similar concept, slowly pushing teeth to a better alignment by applying a gentle force to them. However, treatment tends to be more comfortable and less irritating since there are no brackets and wires.
Below are the answers to some of the questions patients might have about straightening teeth with clear aligners.
These are flexible, transparent aligner trays that are used to push teeth into better alignment. The patient gets multiple clear aligner trays at the start of their treatment. Each aligner is used to push the teeth a few millimeters before being switched with another set of trays. Each set of clear aligners is used for about two weeks before being swapped for the next. Prior to treatment beginning, the dentist will outline how long the process should take, which will include the number of aligners needed.
Clear aligners work best on teeth alignment issues that are caused by the location of the patient's teeth. Issues caused by the patient having an abnormally positioned jaw cannot be fixed with clear aligners.
Orthodontic issues clear aligners are often used to address include:
The most obvious benefit of choosing clear aligners over metal braces is the fact it is almost impossible to see the aligner trays when worn. This is a huge contrast from metal braces, which are absolutely impossible to miss when a person has them. Other benefits of clear aligners over traditional braces include:
Clear aligners should be worn for at least 20 hours each day for the treatment to be effective. Failing to follow the recommended wear schedule will lead to dismissed results and it can even lead to the patient's teeth moving back to their original position.
Interested in finding out more about clear aligners? Working with a general dentist is the best place to start. Reach out today!
Request an appointment here: https://www.ismileboca.com or call iSmile Dental - Dr. James Helmy at (561) 225-2054 for an appointment in our Boca Raton office.
You likely know that clear aligners can work well. But you might not know how the aligners work. These are different from braces, but the same results can be achieved. Keep reading to understand how your teeth can be moved.This is a popular alternative to getting braces. There are transparent, thin shells that slowly move…
Invisalign is an orthodontic system made up of a series of clear plastic shells that fit tightly around the teeth. This treatment is a process of wearing these clear and removable aligners, which gradually straighten your teeth. Unlike traditional braces, there are no brackets and wires. These are made of flexible plastic, specifically, a patented…
If you suffer from a crooked smile, then Invisalign can help straighten it out.Your smile may look great from afar, but up close and personal your teeth are jammed together. This might just be from your wisdom teeth or just the way your teeth grew in. But any way you cut it, you have a…
Patients now have more choices than ever before regarding orthodontic treatment. Invisalign, ceramic bridges, traditional metal braces, and Damon braces are all useful for fixing all types of teeth misalignment. The most common choices are Invisalign and metal braces. Note that Invisalign is not for everyone, but braces are suitable for most corrections.Invisalign would be…
If you have a broken tooth, it may not necessarily be a dental emergency. In the absence of pain, excessive bleeding, or a tooth that is knocked out completely, you can schedule an appointment at your convenience and do not need to see the dentist immediately. In most cases, broken teeth can be caused by an…
You probably already know that Invisalign® trays look very different than traditional braces, but you may not know how ideal Invisalign is for many teens. Older teens are often very active in sports or might worry about how others think about teeth-straightening devices. The clear trays of Invisalign are less conspicuous than traditional braces. You…
