At Specialty Smiles, we often see patients who want straighter teeth but are afraid of getting metal braces. A lot of people are worried about how braces will change their looks, especially adults who work in professional settings or teens who are worried about their social lives. That’s why we’re happy to offer invisible teeth braces in North Miami as a private option that works well without bringing attention to your smile while you’re getting treatment.
Invisible teeth braces, which are also known as clear aligners, are clear plastic trays that are manufactured just for your teeth. These clear aligners are almost impossible to see when you wear them, unlike metal braces, which have obvious brackets and wires. Most people won’t even know you’re getting orthodontic treatment unless you tell them. Invisible braces are very tempting to professionals, college students, and anyone else who wants to keep their confidence while getting a better smile.
One of the best things about invisible braces that our patients love is how free they make them feel. You can take the aligners out when you eat, drink anything other than water, clean your teeth, and floss. This gets rid of the food restrictions that come with regular braces. You won’t have to forgo popcorn, caramel, or corn on the cob anymore. You can still eat all of your favorite foods while getting your teeth straightened. This makes the whole orthodontic process more enjoyable and less disruptive to your daily life.
When you come to our North Miami location for a consultation, the first thing we do is take precise digital scans of your teeth. This technology has replaced the gooey imprint material that many patients recall from earlier dentist appointments. This makes the process much more comfortable. These scans let us develop a treatment plan just for you that meets all of your smile needs. One cool thing about this technology is that we can give you a visual glimpse of how your teeth will move during treatment and what your smile might look like when you’re done. A lot of patients say that this glimpse makes them eager and ready to start treatment.
We make a set of bespoke aligners for your teeth once your treatment plan is set. Each set is a little different and is made to slowly move your teeth closer to where they should be. You will wear each pair for around one to two weeks before going on to the next one in the sequence. During this time, you’ll need to go to Specialty Smiles for check-ups every so often to make sure your treatment is going as planned. These appointments are usually quick and easy, taking a lot less time than regular braces adjustments.
When people think about getting invisible braces, they often ask us about how comfortable they are. Invisible braces are often seen to be more comfortable than regular braces, even though all orthodontic treatments require some modification as teeth move. Metal brackets and wires can irritate the lips and cheeks, but the smooth plastic doesn’t. When you first transition to a new aligner, you might feel some pressure, but this is usually light and goes away in a few days as your teeth get used to it. A lot of our patients say that after the first few days with each new set of aligners, they forget they’re even wearing them.
Consistency is key for invisible braces to operate well. We suggest that you wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day, taking them off only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. This steady pressure lets your teeth move slowly and in a way that fits with your treatment plan. Patients who don’t wear their aligners as instructed often have to wait longer for their treatment to be finished. The good news is that most people find it easy to wear aligners every day after they get used to them.
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. Put your aligners in their protective case while you’re not wearing them to keep them safe from loss or damage. Taking care of your aligners properly will keep them from being stained and make sure they fit properly during your treatment.
The length of time you need to wear invisible braces will depend on your unique demands. It could take six months or less for simple situations, but it could take 18 months or more for more complicated ones. Most treatments last between 12 and 18 months on average. We can offer you a more realistic timeline based on your specific scenario during your appointment at our North Miami office. This timeframe is based on the idea that you are wearing your aligners as instructed. The more often you do this, the faster your treatment will be.
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. While very severe orthodontic situations can still require traditional braces, invisible braces technology has evolved greatly in recent years and can now address many complicated alignment difficulties that previously weren’t fit for this form of treatment.
We also offer Braces for Kids and Invisalign for younger kids who might need orthodontic treatment sooner rather than later. Some parents are astonished to find out that orthodontic treatment generally starts sooner than they thought it would. Early evaluation can help find problems before they get worse, which could mean that fewer treatments are needed later on. We can talk about whether invisible braces or another orthodontic method would be better for you during your consultation.
You’ll need to wear retainers after your invisible braces treatment to keep your beautiful smile. Not just invisible braces, but all types of orthodontic therapy are like this. Retainers stop 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 with time, most people switch to wearing them solely at night to keep their teeth in place.
We urge you to make an appointment with our staff at Specialty Smiles if you’re thinking about getting invisible dental braces. We will look at your needs and help you decide if invisible braces are the best way to reach your smile goals. A lot of people are shocked to find out that the price of invisible braces is often around the same as the price of regular braces. Also, dental insurance plans that cover orthodontic treatment usually cover both alternatives in the same way.
Besides making your smile seem better, properly aligned teeth are also easier to clean, which can lead to better oral health and fewer dental problems in the future. Alignment can also make your bite work better, stop your teeth from wearing down unevenly, and maybe even help with problems like jaw pain that are caused by teeth that aren’t in the right place. Invisible braces will not only make your smile look better, but they will also improve your general oral health and well-being. We can’t wait to help you get the healthy, beautiful smile you deserve with invisible teeth braces that are comfortable and private.