How Clear Aligner Therapy Works

How are Clear Aligners Different than Other Orthodontic Options / Traditional Braces?

There are vast differences between clear aligners and traditional braces. For most dental patients, the main difference is appearance. As the name suggests, clear aligners are clear plastic trays that fit discreetly and snugly onto your teeth. On the hand, other orthodontic options are made from visible steel brackets.

The difference in materials also makes the aligner trays more comfortable than traditional braces. Typically, traditional braces have sharp brackets and wires that irritate the mouth’s soft tissues.

Besides the comfortable fit and outstanding appearance, aligner trays make oral hygiene easier. Since clear aligners pop onto teeth easily, removing them before meals and brushing is straightforward. The ability to remove the trays is also considered an advantage.

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How exactly do Clear Aligners Work / What Can They Fix

Like other orthodontic options, clear aligners aim to reposition teeth. Before the treatment, your orthodontist will look at your detailed history and take x-rays, digital scans, and photographs of your teeth. This information helps your dentist to work with the aligner software to design your smile and prepare for the aligner treatment process.

The teeth alignment treatment method focuses on which tooth moves where and in what order, thus guiding your teeth into the desired positions. It is essential to understand that gradual movement occurs to all teeth, not only on the ones visible when you smile.

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