Your 2025 Goal? Aligning Your Smile

As we enter the last week of 2024, you may be spending time reflecting on the year you’ve had, and the goals you have for the beginning of the New Year. If one of your resolutions for 2025 is to finally begin orthodontic treatment, our team is here to help. Dr. Browne and the team in Prairie Village, KS, offer a way to align your smile without the need for braces. In today’s blog, we’ll talk about how you can get started with this discreet treatment.

Schedule A Consultation With Dr. Browne

Before you can get started with clear aligners, you’ll need to have a consultation with your dentist to examine the severity of your misalignment. Our clear aligners focus on the most visible teeth that show in your smile, allowing the process to be faster than traditional orthodontic methods. This means that if you have more serious misalignment concerns, this may not be the best option for you. Patients with mild to moderate misalignment problems may be approved for this treatment. After you have been approved, your dentist will take an impression of your oral cavity to create your series of aligners. These trays are made of a BPA-free acrylic material that is virtually invisible to others, making it a great option for adult patients seeking orthodontic care.

Wear Your Aligners Every Day

After your trays have been made, you will need to wear them every day and while sleeping. Your dentist will first check them to ensure that they fit properly. Every few weeks, you will be instructed to move on to the next series. Remember to wear these for the majority of the day so that the process can be completed at the right pace. Unlike braces, you can remove your aligners before eating or doing your oral hygiene routine. Since these trays are discreet and can be removed, many patients find them to be more comfortable than metal braces. If you have any questions about taking care of your aligner trays, always ask your dentist.

Achieve A Straighter Smile In Less Than A Year

In addition to being comfortable and discreet, this method is also faster than traditional orthodontic options. Typically, braces or Invisalign can take about one to two years to complete. Our method of clear aligners can be completed in as little as three to six months in some cases. This means if you start treatment at the beginning of the new year, you can show off your new and improved smile before the year is over.

Talk To Our Team To Learn More

Are you ready to get started with orthodontic clear aligners? Call Dr. Browne’s team in Prairie Village, KS, today at 913-901-8585 to schedule your appointment.