The discrete way to achieve your best smile
Clear aligners have revolutionized the orthodontic world. When they were first introduced in the late 1990s, they seemed too good to be true. Today’s clear aligners are more efficient and effective than ever, making them an excellent way to get the smile you deserve.
What are clear aligners?
Clear aligners are the invisible, comfortable, and removable way to straighten your smile. Treatment consists of a series of custom-created aligners made from smooth, BPA-free plastic. Each set of aligners is calibrated to achieve a certain tooth movement and is worn for approximately one to two weeks before moving to the next set. The end result is your perfect smile!
Who can use clear aligners?
The technology behind clear aligners gets better every day, and today most orthodontic patients are good candidates for this type of treatment. Clear aligners can treat a host of issues, including overbites and underbites. To determine if clear aligners are right for you, schedule your consultation with Dr. Polan.
Clear aligners are most commonly used in adults but can be a great option for kids as well. Because they are removable and require patients to consistently wear them for 22 hours a day, they are best for adult and teen patients, or our most responsible younger patients.
What makes clear aligners different?
Patients love clear aligners because they are:
- Clear – the plastic used to create the aligners is clear, so it renders them virtually invisible when they are in your mouth
- Comfortable – the aligners are made of a smooth plastic and there are no brackets or wires to irritate the inside of your mouth
- Removable – you remove the aligners when you eat, drink, brush, and floss so you don’t need to avoid certain foods like with traditional braces, and it’s easier to maintain your oral hygiene
- Predictable – Dr. Polan can map out your entire treatment using advanced digital planning, which allows for predictability and precision
How can I get started with clear aligners?
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Polan today to discover if clear aligners are right for your orthodontic issue. At this consultation, Dr. Polan will take X-rays, photos, and digital scans. These will be used to create a 3D model of your teeth in order to create a precise treatment plan. Dr. Polan can map out the movement of your teeth, which will be used to create your individual treatment plan.
Your aligners will then be created just for you. You’ll wear each set for approximately 22 hours a day for one to two weeks before moving on to the next set in your series. You’ll visit our office at regular intervals so we can monitor your progress and make any adjustments, if needed.
Before you know it, you’ll be enjoying your beautiful new smile!
If you’re ready to start your smile journey with clear aligners, call our office today.
