The Clear And Virtually Invisible Way To
Straighten Your Teeth
More Than Just A Great Smile!
OUR CLEAR ALIGNER JOURNEY'S
We have been working hard to help regain our clients confidence through their smile, and we couldn’t be happier with the results
The Clear Aligner Difference
Clear Aligners are an innovative approach to effectively straighten your teeth with a series of clear plastic aligners that are custom-designed and fitted to suit your orthodontic requirements. With no traditional metal brackets or wires, the course of treatment involves changing aligners approximately every two weeks, sequentially moving your teeth into a straighter position, until you have achieved a beautiful straight smile.
The benefits of Having Straight Teeth
Straightening your teeth for aesthetic purposes is not the only beneficial outcome of orthodontics. Having straight teeth has additional benefits:
- Gives you healthier gums / reduces periodontal disease.
- Makes teeth easier to clean.
- Prevents abnormal tooth wear.
- Decreases your risk of tooth injury.
- Improves self-esteem and happiness
Other advantages of Clear aligners include:
- Better appearance during treatment. Clear Aligners are made from premium medical-grade transparent plastic (polyurethane resin) that’s practically invisible in the mouth.
- Greater comfort. The flexible plastic and smooth edges of Clear Aligners make them far more comfortable than the wires and brackets of metal braces.
Fewer dental visits. Clear aligners don’t need constant adjustments by your dentist. Dental Monitoring means your dentist can review your progress from the comfort of your home.
The benefits of Having Straight Teeth
Our clear aligners treatment is completed in four stages:
1. Initial Consultation
You will meet with our friendly dentist, who will determine whether you are a good candidate for clear aligners. In addition to discussing your oral issues and whether they can be treated, we’ll also consider your willingness to keep the clear aligners on for practically 24 hours a day. Should you not be eligible, we also offer alternatives, such as composite veneers that are done in our Airport West clinic.
You will meet with our friendly dentist, who will determine whether you are a good candidate for clear aligners. In addition to discussing your oral issues and whether they can be treated, we’ll also consider your willingness to keep the clear aligners on for practically 24 hours a day. Should you not be eligible, we also offer alternatives, such as composite veneers that are done in our Airport West clinic.
2. Aligner Preparation
Once you’ve decided to begin your treatment, we will take x-rays of your mouth, teeth and jaw. These digital images will then be sent to the dental lab, with our instructions of how we want your teeth to move. Once you are satisfied with the positioning of your teeth in 3D form, we will ask the dental lab to make your aligners.
Once you’ve decided to begin your treatment, we will take x-rays of your mouth, teeth and jaw. These digital images will then be sent to the dental lab, with our instructions of how we want your teeth to move. Once you are satisfied with the positioning of your teeth in 3D form, we will ask the dental lab to make your aligners.
3. Wearing Your Clear Braces
It may take a month for your aligners to arrive at our clinic. Once you have received your clear braces, you’ll wear them for about 20 to 22 hours a day, taking them out only to eat or brush your teeth. You’ll change out your aligner trays every 1 to 3 weeks as your teeth move.
It may take a month for your aligners to arrive at our clinic. Once you have received your clear braces, you’ll wear them for about 20 to 22 hours a day, taking them out only to eat or brush your teeth. You’ll change out your aligner trays every 1 to 3 weeks as your teeth move.
4. Maintaining Your Smile
Treatment of your clear orthodontics can take anywhere from 3 to 24 months, depending on the severity of your case. After your treatment is complete, you will receive a custom clear retainer made from a mould of your new teeth. You’ll need to wear your retainer every night, and replace them every 12 months.
Treatment of your clear orthodontics can take anywhere from 3 to 24 months, depending on the severity of your case. After your treatment is complete, you will receive a custom clear retainer made from a mould of your new teeth. You’ll need to wear your retainer every night, and replace them every 12 months.
About Misalignment
Malocclusion
Malocclusion is the technical term for teeth that aren’t in their ideal position between the two dental arches. Put simply it means “bad bite.” Different malocclusions can cause various issues with your oral health and can also impact your facial aesthetics.
In cosmetic dentistry fixing malocclusions can play a big role, not only by making teeth straighter but by also providing a solid foundation for any additional aesthetic work such as crowns or veneers. Orthodontic treatment is one way to fix malocclusions.
FAQ'S
What issues do clear aligners correct?
Clear aligners can correct mild to moderate cases of crowded teeth, gaps between teeth, overbites, underbites, crossbites and protruding teeth. To find out if they are right for you, speak to our dentists for a consultation.
How many clear aligners will I need?
The number of clear aligners you’ll need will depend on the amount of work that needs to be done. The more aligners you’ll need during your course of treatment, the longer the treatment will take.
What are your aligners made of?
Our clear aligners are made of flexible plastic, known as thermoplastic polyurethane.
What are the benefits of clear aligner treatment?
There are many advantages to clear orthodontics as an alternative to traditional braces, such as:
- They are more subtle
- They are removable, so you can eat whatever foods you like
- They are custom-made to fit your mouth, so you should experience less discomfort
What are some things I need to know about clear aligner treatment?
Here are a few things you may not know about clear aligners:
- You should only drink cold drinks when you are wearing your clear aligners. This is because your aligner is made from plastic, which may be warped by hot liquids, such as coffee and tea.
- You will need to brush your teeth more often.
- You may have a ‘refinement period’, where you’ll receive additional aligners to treat the teeth that did not move as they should during the normal course of your treatment.
How long do clear aligners take to straighten teeth?
On average, the treatment period can be anywhere from 3 to 24 months. However, if you don’t wear your aligners for the recommended 22 hours a day, your treatment may need to be extended.
Are clear aligners really invisible?
Clear aligners are not invisible, but they are almost undetectable compared to traditional metal braces. Made of transparent medical-grade plastic, clear aligners are designed to be discreet.
Do clear aligners work as well as braces?
Both techniques are effective ways to straighten teeth. The right procedure for you will depend on the type of tooth movement required. If you cannot commit to a long-term treatment and require minor corrections, you may be interested in veneers.
What happens at the end of my treatment?
When your clear aligners treatment finishes, you’ll be fitted for a retainer. Your custom-made retainer is designed to maintain your new smile. You will need to wear your retainer for at least 22 hours a day.
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