Does your smile suffer from crooked or misaligned teeth, but you’re a bit apprehensive about wearing traditional braces to correct them? Many older teens and adults wish they could have straighter smiles, but don’t want to risk the potential embarrassment of metal braces in their personal and professional lives. Dr. Leibowitz understands this concern, as well as the consequences of choosing not to straighten crooked teeth. To help appease your aesthetic sensibilities while still preserving your oral health, your Astoria dentist offers innovative ClearCorrect invisible braces—the adult alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment.
More than Mere Cosmetics
Many patients wish to straighten their teeth for cosmetic reasons, and may consider two or more years of metal brackets and wires a bit counterproductive to improving their confidence. Unfortunately, the orientation of your teeth is more than a cosmetic concern; your bite’s proper function relies on proper alignment. Healthy teeth are designed to evenly displace the pressure of your bite, minimizing the impact on each tooth and its supporting gums, bone, and ligaments. When teeth are out of alignment, this balance is disrupted, and certain teeth can end up taking the brunt of your bite’s force, becoming excessively worn. The tension can also damage your jaw’s joints and muscles, which have to work harder to keep your mouth somewhat straight when you bite, chew, and speak.
Straighten Your Teeth Discretely
By eliminating the bracket-and-wire design of traditional orthodontic treatment, ClearCorrect invisible braces take an entirely different approach to straightening misguided teeth. Using a series of aligners, ClearCorrect gently forces your teeth into their proper place, following a carefully mapped path of movement prescribed by Dr. Leibowitz. The aligners are made from clear acrylic and are virtually unnoticeable, and they can be removed for eating, hygiene practices, or special events where you want to look your absolute best. Instead of attending regular visits to tighten your braces, you’ll progress through your treatment by simply changing your aligner for the next one in your series, reducing the amount and length of necessary dental visits during the course of your treatment.
Learn More About ClearCorrect Invisible Braces from Your Astoria Dentist
Invisible braces are only advantageous if you choose to wear them. To learn more about the importance of straighter teeth, or to find out if ClearCorrect invisible braces are right for you, schedule a dental consultation with your Astoria dentist by calling our office today at (718) 728-8320. Located in the 11106 area, we proudly serve patients from Astoria, Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the surrounding communities.
