If you have misalignment you probably assume metal braces are your only hope for a straighter smile. Few adults or teens are eager to sign up for 18 months to 2 years of wearing metal orthodontics. However, there is an alternative, one that is practically invisible and offers similar results as traditional braces. You can experience a number of benefits with the ClearCorrect system.
Reasons to Consider ClearCorrect
- They are barely noticeable: The aligners are made from clear plastic. When worn they will be nearly invisible. The patient will need to wear them for between 20 and 23 hours each day, upgrading to a new set about once every two weeks as the alignment improves. Patients appreciate how these aligners can blend with the smile.
- The aligners are comfortable: Made from plastic, the aligners don’t cause the gum and cheek irritation people often complain about with more traditional orthodontic treatments. Since the aligners will be worn so often, comfort is a major benefit of the treatment.
- You can remove them before meals: Being able to remove them prior to eating means you don’t have to avoid certain foods or change how you eat. With traditional braces hard or chewy foods can be stuck or possibly damage the braces. Being able to remove them also means you have an easier time brushing and flossing your teeth, which offers a boost to your overall oral health.
- Shorter treatment time: Treatment takes about a year for adult patients. Teen patients may need up to 18 months. The average treatment time will vary depending on the cause and severity of your misalignment. However, these are shorter than the up to two years traditional braces often require.
- Improves oral health: By addressing your misalignment you can reduce the risk of a number of oral health problems, including decay, gum disease, TMJ disorder, and bruxism (teeth grinding).
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.
