When people consider correcting their misalignment, they may hesitate. This is because they assume that metal braces are the only real option available to them. But we have a clear and comfortable alternative to traditional braces! In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist talks about our cosmetic option with orthodontic clear aligners.
Why should you see us for orthodontic treatment? Well, poor alignment could impact your appearance and social interactions, which means a negative impact on your overall quality of life. But your oral health can suffer too. Poor alignment means that thoroughly brushing and flossing teeth is more complicated, which can allow tooth decay and gum disease to develop. The stress on your bite balance could lead to painful issues like TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). But our team can offer an even smile with a cosmetic approach using our orthodontic clear aligners!
While braces are effective, they are not often the choice teens and adults prefer. They want a less visible selection that corrects their misalignment, and we can offer this with our clear aligners. Instead of metal brackets and wires, we use aligners that fit like mouthguards. To begin, our team will examine your smile to assess the cause and severity of your misalignment. From there, we can decide if this is the best option for your smile. If so, then our next step is to take detailed digital images and measurements of your smile, which will be used by experts in a lab setting to design and craft a series of aligners from a BPA-free plastic material! When they are ready, you can start your journey to an even smile.
How does the treatment process work? When you receive your aligners, you will wear each set daily for about 20 to 22 hours, over the course of about two weeks. You then repeat the process as your teeth are gently shifted to optimal positions. For some, this could take as little as one year. The orthodontics are easy to clean and maintain, and travel with you too. Being removable means you can take them out before you eat, so you don’t need to avoid certain goods. The removable option also means an easier time brushing and flossing too, and that you can take them out on special occasions.
If you have any questions about orthodontic clear aligners, then contact our team today to learn more and start the treatment process!
Our team is proud to offer a clear and discreet solution to crooked, crowded, and overlapping teeth. To learn more about correcting uneven smiles, call Dr. Browne in Prairie Village, KS today at (913) 901-8585.
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