In some cases, clear aligners can provide faster results than traditional braces.
At your consultation, your dentist will determine if clear aligner therapy is right for you. Your Sacramento dentist will examine your gum health and teeth to check for gaps and crowding. They will also discuss your ideal smile goals and develop a smile treatment plan made just for you.
Dr. Winslow will then take a series of digital images of your mouth as well as a mold of your teeth, known as an impression. Your dentist may administer some adjustments to ensure your teeth are properly aligning on the mold. Once this is complete, your dentist will ship the images and impressions to a special laboratory to make your first several sets of clear aligners.
Once your first several sets of aligners are complete, your dentist will place the aligners in your mouth to ensure proper fitting and alignment. You will then begin to wear each set according to the dentist’s instructions, usually for 20-22 hours each day for about 2 weeks. Every 2 weeks, you’ll switch to a new set of aligners. Once every 6 weeks, stop by our office to receive your next few sets of aligners. Most clear alignment therapy treatments require about 20-24 sets of aligners, so it can take about a year to correct your smile.
ClearCorrect aligners are made from medical-grade thermoplastic, and are significantly thinner than Invisalign aligners. Some patients prefer this thinner option, as it can cause the aligners to appear less visible. ClearCorrect offers a variety of aligners that are suitable for mild misalignments. Depending on the severity of your misalignment, ClearCorrect can sometimes be a more affordable option at our Sacramento office compared to Invisalign.
Invisalign aligners are made from a thick, clear, patented plastic material called SmartTrack. Patients that lead an active lifestyle may appreciate Invisalign’s sturdy material and durability. Invisalign offers a wide variety of aligners, which can treat mild to severe misalignment cases. Many patients opt for Invisalign as it is the original clear alignment therapy treatment with a long history in discreetly aligning beautiful smiles.
There are no limitations to the foods you can eat while wearing clear aligners.
Clear aligners gradually straighten your teeth over an extensive period of time. Each aligner tray is custom made to ensure your teeth are slightly straighter than the previous tray. Trays are replaced every two weeks until your smile has reached its optimal result. For most cases, it can take up to a year to correct your smile.
Yes! All aligners are made of medical grade BPA-free clear plastic, which means that they are both safe and comfortable to wear.
While time frames vary based on each individual patient’s needs, clear aligner therapy from our Sacramento office is known to provide quicker results than traditional braces. This is because aligners gently push on all teeth as a whole, whereas braces pull each tooth individually. In order to achieve the results you are looking for, it is crucial to follow your dentist’s instructions for wearing your custom-made clear aligners.
Unlike traditional metal braces, clear aligners gently and discreetly shift your teeth without any noticable or uncomfortable metal brackets and wires. Clear aligners are also minimally invasive, so most patients find them far more comforatble than traditional braces. Since clear aligners are easily removable, you can quickly take them out for photos and functions and place them back in at any time. However, clear aligners are not suited for everyone. If you are struggling with issues such as a malpositioned jaw or a severely misaligned bite, braces will offer a more versatile and powerful orthodontic treatment.
The cost of clear aligners is different for each patient. Factors that may affect the cost of your clear aligner therapy include the aligner brand, appointment visits, and insurance type, and more. The best way to find out how much you’ll pay for clear aligner therapy is to schedule a consultation with your Sacramento dentist.
Clear aligners are removable and easy to clean.
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