We’ve witnessed how invisible braces have impacted how people think about orthodontic treatment at Specialty Smiles. A lot of our North Miami patients want straighter teeth but are afraid of getting metal braces. They are worried about how braces will change the way they look, how comfortable they are, and how they go about their daily lives. Invisible braces take care of these problems while still straightening teeth well. They are a great choice for both teens and adults.
Invisible braces, also known as clear aligners, are clear plastic trays that are designed just for your teeth. Invisible braces are almost impossible to see while you wear them, unlike regular metal braces with their obvious brackets and wires. People probably won’t even notice that you’re getting orthodontic treatment. This is why they are so popular with professionals, teens, and anyone else who wants to fix their smile without making their braces look bad.
One of the best things about getting invisible braces at our North Miami office is how easy they are to use. You can take the aligners out when you eat, drink anything other than water, brush, or floss. This gets rid of a lot of the food restrictions that come with regular braces. You won’t have to worry about food becoming stuck in wires or brackets anymore. You can still eat all your favorite foods while your teeth are getting straighter.
At Specialty Smiles, the first step in the treatment process is a full consultation. We make digital impressions of your teeth using cutting-edge imaging technology. This lets us develop a treatment plan that is unique to you. With this technology, we can show you a glimpse of how your teeth will move during treatment and how your smile might look when you’re done. A lot of patients find this preview very encouraging. It helps them stick with the treatment since they can see what the end outcome could be before they even start.
We make a set of bespoke aligners just for your teeth after we have your treatment plan. Each set is a little different and is made to slowly move your teeth into their best places. You should wear each set for one to two weeks before going on to the next one in the series. During this time, you’ll come to our office for regular check-ups to make sure your treatment is going as planned. These appointments are usually quick and easy, and you don’t have to spend as much time in the chair as you do with traditional braces.
A lot of patients ask us about how comfortable invisible braces are. Any orthodontic treatment will cause some pain as the teeth move, but most people think that invisible braces are more comfortable than metal braces. The smooth plastic doesn’t have any pointed brackets or wires that can hurt the inside of your lips and cheeks. When you first convert to a new aligner, you may feel some pressure, but this is usually moderate and goes away in a few days as your teeth get used to it.
Consistency is the most important thing for invisible braces to operate well. We suggest that you wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day and only take them out to eat, drink, brush, and floss. This steady pressure is what makes your teeth move slowly and in a way that you can foresee. People who don’t wear their aligners as advised often have to wait longer for their treatment to finish. The good news is that most patients find it easy to wear aligners every day after the first week or so.
It’s easy to take care of your invisible braces. We suggest washing them out every time you take them out and cleaning them lightly with a gentle toothbrush before putting them back in. Don’t use hot water, which might bend the plastic, and don’t eat or drink anything but water while wearing your aligners. To keep your aligners safe and sound, keep them in their case when you’re not wearing them. Taking care of your aligners not only keeps them clean and completely invisible, but it also makes sure they fit properly.
The amount of time you need to wear invisible braces depends on your demands. It could take six months or less for simple situations, but it could take 18 months or more for more complicated ones. Most therapies take between 12 and 18 months, on average. We can give you a more exact timeline based on your specific situation during your appointment. Keep in mind that this schedule is based on the fact that you are wearing your aligners as instructed. The more consistently you do this, the faster your treatment will work.
We provide invisible braces at Specialty Smiles that can help with a number of orthodontic problems, including crowded teeth, gaps between teeth, overbites, underbites, and crossbites. Invisible braces technology has come a long way in the last several years and can now fix many complicated alignment problems that used to be too hard for this sort of treatment. However, very bad orthodontic situations may still need traditional braces.
We also have solutions for our younger customers, like braces for kids and Invisalign. Some parents are astonished to find out that orthodontic treatment sometimes starts earlier than they thought it would. Sometimes, getting treatment early might save worse problems from happening and make it less likely that you will need further treatment later. We can talk about if invisible braces or another orthodontic method might be better for your child’s requirements during your consultation.
You’ll need to wear retainers once your invisible braces treatment is over to keep your beautiful smile. Not just invisible braces, but all types of orthodontic therapy are like this. Retainers keep your teeth from slowly moving back to where they were before. At first, you might wear your retainers all day, just like you did with your aligners. But most patients eventually switch to wearing them solely at night for maintenance.
We would love to talk to you about invisible braces if you’re thinking about getting them. Our skilled staff at Specialty Smiles will look at your needs and help you decide if invisible braces are the best way to achieve your smiling objectives. We are proud to offer personalized care to our patients in North Miami, and we can’t wait to help you get the beautiful, healthy smile you deserve.
It’s important to remember that invisible braces aren’t simply for making your smile seem better, even if it’s a great benefit. Cleaning teeth that are in the right place is easier, which can lead to greater oral health and fewer dental problems in the future. Alignment can also make your bite work better and keep your teeth from wearing down unevenly. Invisible braces improve both the look and health of your smile, and you can feel good about yourself the whole time you’re wearing them.