Orthodontics are used to correct misalignment. Otherwise, you may develop a host of issues with the appearance and health of your smile. Typically, correcting smiles means wearing metal braces. While this is an excellent solution for serious cases of malocclusion, you would probably prefer a less noticeable option. For those with minor cases of misalignment we can now recommend ClearCorrect aligners. What are the benefits of ClearCorrect?
The Benefits of ClearCorrect
- Less Noticeable: The aligners that you wear daily are made from clear plastic. This means the aligners are practically invisible, especially when compared to metal brackets and wires.
- No Need to Change Your Diet: With braces, you need to watch what you eat. Hard foods can potentially damage orthodontics and sticky foods can become stuck in them, increasing the risk of decay. However, clear aligners can be removed before meals, so you don’t need to avoid certain foods or change your diet.
- Shorter Treatment Time: With braces, treatment can take between 18 months and 2 years on average. Clear aligners may take as little as a year. The exact treatment time will depend on the severity of your misalignment, as well as your age. Teen patients typically require around 18 months to see optimal results. During treatment, patients will need to wear the aligners for between 20 and 23 hours a day, upgrading to a new set around once every two weeks.
- More Comfortable Treatment Experience: In many cases, people with metal orthodontics may complain about soreness in their gums or cheeks. Custom-made aligners offer a more comfortable treatment experience.
If you have any questions about ClearCorrect, or if you would like to schedule a consultation to see if you qualify, then please contact our office today. Correcting misalignment can improve your oral health and offer you a more beautiful smile.
ABOUT YOUR ASTORIA, NY, DENTIST:
Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS, a native New Yorker, has welcomed patients and families from in and around Astoria, NY (including Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and all surrounding communities) since opening his dental practice in 1991. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Leibowitz, call our office in Astoria today at 718-728-8320.
