Are you living with crooked teeth? If you've considered straightening your teeth but you don't like the idea of wearing braces, the solution you're looking for might be clear aligners. Here's what you should know.
How Do Clear Aligners Work?
Instead of brackets and wires, we can use clear aligners to move your teeth. Clear aligners are customised to your smile and made to gently shift teeth. You'll wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours per day and change each set around every couple of weeks. Wearing your aligners as much as possible is key to successful, timely treatment.
You can take your clear aligners out to brush, floss and eat. Rinse or brush your teeth before replacing the aligners to keep them clean, fresh and bacteria-free.
What Problems Can Clear Aligners Fix?
Here are some of the issues that clear aligners can correct:
- Crowded teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Crooked or overlapped teeth
- Bite concerns, like overbites, underbites and crossbites
- Relapse after prior orthodontic treatment
While they work well for many patients, clear aligners can't correct complex bite concerns. During an initial evaluation, our dentists can determine whether clear aligners are the right treatment for your needs.
What Are the Advantages of Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners offer several advantages over braces that many of our patients love:
- Discretion — Clear aligners are essentially invisible so that no one will notice your orthodontic treatment.
- Comfort — Clear aligners are smooth and comfortable to wear.
- Ease — Brushing and flossing are simple with removable aligners.
- Freedom — Unlike braces, you can enjoy all the foods you love with clear aligners since they're removable.
Would You Like to Learn More About Clear Aligners in Forster, NSW?
If you're interested in clear aligners for your smile, the first step is booking an evaluation with one of our dentists. Call our team to book an appointment or request a visit online.