subject: Clear Aligner Therapy- Straighten Your Teeth Without Anyone Knowing [print this page] A very large proportion of the population requires braces when they are younger to correct a misaligned bite and fix their smile. Until recently, the only option to correct these problems was to be fitted with braces. Though effective, braces are unsightly and uncomfortable. Metal brackets and wires can make eating difficult and can be a source of embarrassment and shame. By wearing clear aligners, patients can avoid both the discomfort and the embarrassment of braces.
How Do Clear Aligners Work?
If you are considering straightening your teeth with Clear Aligner Therapy, the first thing you need to do is to consult with your Norcross dentist. Not all people are candidates for Clear Aligner Therapy and if you have severely misaligned teeth, you may have to get braces. After you have decided to pursue Clear Aligner Therapy, your dentist will start the process by taking impressions of your teeth. From these impressions, your dentist will be able to create a set of aligners for you and map out your entire course of treatment.
For 20-22 hours per day, you will wear your aligners. Slowly but surely, your teeth will begin to move. Every two weeks, you will switch to a new set of aligners that will further move your teeth. About every six weeks you will have an appointment with your dentist to monitor your treatment and make any necessary adjustments to your plan. As your treatment progresses, you will be able to see your smile start to straighten and since there aren't any braces covering your teeth, you will be able to start enjoying your straight smile earlier than ever. After the treatment cycle is over, you simply will discontinue wearing your aligners and your treatment will be complete.
The Benefits Of Clear Aligners
The most obvious benefit to straightening your teeth with Clear Aligner Therapy is the aesthetic factor. One of the biggest negatives associated with braces is the fact that pieces of metal on your teeth are not the most attractive look. With clear aligners on your teeth, most people will have no idea at all that you are straightening your teeth. Another big benefit of clear aligners is that they are completely removable. Eating, brushing and flossing are not an issue if you are wearing clear aligners. If you want to spend a night out with your friends and don't want to wear your aligners for a few hours, you are allowed to do so as long as you continue to wear them for 20 hours per day.
The aligners are also much more comfortable than traditional braces. The wires in braces can cut your cheeks and lips, but clear aligners are made from a smooth plastic material that will not cut you. If you want to learn more about Clear Aligner Therapy, contact your Norcross dentist today.
