When you have dental misalignment, you may assume that metal braces are the only option to correct the issue. But! We have a cosmetic approach that can comfortably and effectively correct misalignment. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about orthodontic treatment with clear aligners.
The Importance of Treating Misalignment
People often seek orthodontic treatment to see their teeth corrected, so they can feel more confident in their smile. But beyond the benefits for your appearance, addressing your misalignment can also improve your overall oral health. Dental misalignment can make it difficult to brush and floss thoroughly, which makes the risk of tooth decay and gum disease higher. The pressure on your jaw joints from an uneven smile could also leave you vulnerable to issues like TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). Our team can discuss our clear aligners to correct your smile and improve the health, function, and beauty of your smile.
Creating Custom Plastic Aligners
To begin, we will need to examine your smile and assess the severity of your misalignment. If we find that our clear aligners are the best choice for you, then we will start the process of crafting them. Our team will take detailed digital images of your smile from multiple angles. Experts in a lab setting will use the images and measurements we take to design and craft your aligners from a BPA-free plastic material. They will be clear in appearance and barely visible once in place. You can then start the treatment process!
Clear Aligner Treatment
There will be no need for metal braces. Instead, you will wear a set of plastic aligners for about 20 to 22 hours a day on average, and do so for about two weeks. You then started wearing the next set in the series for about the same amount of time. The process is repeated throughout the series until your teeth are in their optimal positions. For some, this could take as little as one year! These are also removable, so you can take them out before meals and prior to brushing and flossing your teeth. This makes meal time less complicated and helps lower the risk of issues like tooth decay and gum disease during treatment.
If you have any questions about how our team will correct your uneven smile with our clear and comfortable orthodontic aligners, or if you want to schedule a consultation with our team, then contact our office today to learn more.
Schedule Your Appointment for Cosmetic Orthodontics
We want to offer clear braces to correct dental misalignment and improve your smile’s health and beauty. To schedule your next appointment with our team, contact Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS in Astoria, NY by calling 718-728-8320 today.
