Clear Braces Overview

If you've always wanted a straighter smile but were concerned about the appearance of regular orthodontic braces, look no further than clear braces. Through the use of clear, removable plastic aligners, clear braces allow you to get the orthodontic treatment you need without anyone knowing.

Clear Braces Treatment

Clear braces are sets of clear, plastic aligners that move your teeth into the proper alignment. The aligners are virtually invisible, allowing you to achieve the smile of your dreams without having a mouth full of metal. Treatment with clear braces is fairly straightforward. First, your cosmetic dentist devises a treatment plan using advanced computer imaging. With these 3-D models, your dentist can study the initial positioning of your teeth and how to best achieve the results you desire. Bite impressions will be made to create your customized series of aligners. You will wear each aligner for approximately two weeks before moving to the next aligner in the series until your treatment is completed. Each aligner will use light pressure to gently move your teeth into the proper alignment. While your dentist will determine the number of aligners you will need based on your individual needs, the average case needs 18 to 30 aligners.

Benefits of Clear Braces

One of the top benefits with clear braces is the ability to straighten your teeth without anyone knowing you're doing it. The aligners are clear and nearly invisible, which is much more aesthetically pleasing than traditional metal braces. Another major benefit with clear braces is that the aligners are removable. People using clear braces can maintain a healthier oral hygiene regimen during their orthodontic treatment. They can brush and floss as normal, and there are fewer restrictions on food since the aligners are removed when eating. Some people also complain of mouth irritation with metal braces; this issue is eliminated with clear braces. Finally, clear braces provide results that rival traditional braces, offering a convenient and effective option for patients to achieve a beautiful new smile. The results can even be enhanced with teeth whitening at the end of your clear braces treatment for a more dramatic smile makeover.