Considering straightening your teeth? Clear aligners offer an amazing advantage over traditional braces. At Encinitas Family Dentistry you can enjoy complete invisible orthodontic trays as well as cosmetic dentistry under one roof. Translucent aligners work great for adults of all ages, including teens. You can use them alone or even combine them with a professional whitening treatment!
Some of the most popular clear aligners brands include Invisalign and ClearCorrect. But other clear aligner systems can work just as well. The key is to partner with an experienced cosmetic dentist who has extensive training in invisible braces systems.
At Encinitas Family Dentistry, we use ClearCorrect aligners. The ClearCorrect treatment design is similar to other transparent aligner systems, which straighten your teeth without any brackets or wires. They are essentially invisible when you wear them over your teeth.
With traditional braces, a metal or ceramic bracket is bonded to the front of each of your teeth. Then, a metal archwire is suspended through the brackets and tightened into place with a small rubber band or wire ligature. The tension of the archwire is what places pressure on your teeth, bringing them into alignment. To continue your tooth movement, the archwire is adjusted every so often and you may also need to wear larger rubber bands to pull more in certain directions.
Clear aligners are much gentler and there are no brackets or wires. Instead, you wear a series of invisible trays that cover all of your teeth at one time. The biggest difference is that they aren’t very visible when you’re smiling or talking, so people are far less likely to know that you’re wearing them.
Clear aligners are extremely predictable because the treatment is mapped out in 3D software before you ever start wearing the trays. Each set of trays is slightly different than the last. So, when you switch them out every two weeks, they apply light pressure on new, specific areas throughout your smile. Every time you progress to the next pair of aligners, your teeth straighten out a little more.
Alignment systems like ClearCorrect use your entire tooth to reposition your smile, not just one side of it.
There are numerous reasons why clear aligners are better than metal braces. Here are just a few:
Shorter cosmetic cases can be completed in as little as 3-6 months. On average, most of our ClearCorrect clients complete their treatment in 12 months. We can provide you with an estimated treatment length during your no-obligation evaluation.
The cost of clear aligners is dependent upon your unique smile and the brand of clear aligners (in Encinitas) that you choose. Some may cost more than others. But the biggest factor is the alignment of your teeth and how long the treatment will take to straighten your smile. More aggressive crowding or misalignment will take more time, and thus, require more aligners to correct. When you visit Encinitas Family Dentistry for a consultation, we can assess your smile and estimate the total length of treatment, then give you a price quote on the cost of your clear braces.
Discover the benefits of clear aligners when you work with the experienced cosmetic team at Encinitas Family Dentistry. Contact us today to reserve your next appointment.
Welcome to the Encinitas dental office of Gregory Skeens, JR., DDS. We are your home for caring dental treatment that supports superior oral health and helps you achieve the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted. Our modern facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology and our team is here to make your visit enjoyable and relaxing.
We take a truly individualized approach to dentistry, which is why our practice is so popular. After every treatment, Encinitas dentist Dr. Skeens personally makes follow- up phone calls to patients to ensure that they are feeling well. Your comfort and well-being are of ultimate importance.