How Aligners Provide An Even Looking Smile

Do you have uneven teeth that make you feel self-conscious when you smile? If so, what if we could correct your more visible teeth and offer straighter smiles in as little as a few months? In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist talks about correcting your smile with orthodontic clear aligners.

The Factors Behind Misalignment

First, let’s talk a little about dental misalignment. We could develop an uneven smile due to several factors. In childhood, issues like thumb sucking or tongue thrusting could alter the bite’s alignment, as could the premature loss of baby teeth. Injury to the face or jaw could be a factor, as could the eruption of your wisdom teeth. Losing teeth in the teen and adult years could also lead to issues with misalignment.

When this happens, you not only have negative impacts on the appearance of your smile, but also a higher risk of tooth decay, gum disease, TMJ disorder, and even bruxism (teeth grinding). For a more attractive smile and better oral health, you should seek treatment with our orthodontic clear aligners.

How Orthodontic Clear Aligners Compare

Metal braces are effective for treating misalignment, particularly the more advanced cases. But for more minor cases, we could offer an alternative that doesn’t require the two years or more of commitment. With braces, the jawbone and gums need to reform around the new positions of the teeth, which takes a serious amount of time. But with our clear aligners, we’re not moving the entire smile, and instead are focusing on the more visible front facing teeth. This offers a more attractive appearance and doesn’t require as much time. Some people see optimal results in a few months, or as long as a year. Also, these are removable, so eating is much simpler and you have an easier time brushing and flossing your teeth, so you avoid the risk of stained teeth and gum disease.

Starting Your Treatment Process

Our team will custom-make your aligners so they fit comfortably and offer treatment for your smile with precision. The process is simple., You will receive a series of orthodontics and wear each set in order. Each set is worn daily for 20 to 23 hours on average, for about two weeks. If you have any questions about how we correct your uneven smile in as little as one year with orthodontic clear aligners, then contact our office today.

Do You Have Questions About Clear Orthodontics?

Our team is ready to help you on your journey to an even and healthier smile. To learn more about improving your smile in a matter of months, call Dr. Browne in Prairie Village, KS today at (913) 901-8585. We want to help you smile with confidence and enjoy better oral health too!