The Benefits Of Orthodontic Aligners
At Gary Gibson Dental, we are pleased to provide orthodontic clear aligners as a safe, effective, and discreet option for straightening misaligned teeth. You may be able to achieve a healthy, beautiful smile using this non-invasive, aesthetic straightening option.
Traditional orthodontic treatments often include braces, with unattractive metal brackets and bulky silver wires. However, removable clear aligners are worn over the teeth and can be removed to allow you to eat, brush, and floss normally during your orthodontic treatment. Aligners are a comfortable, convenient, and easy-to-use solution for straightening your teeth.
Orthodontic aligners provide other health benefits in addition to straightening teeth. Teeth that are crowded, gapped, or misaligned are more difficult to keep properly cleaned and flossed. Over time, this can lead to a higher rate of tooth decay. Crowded and misaligned teeth are also more prone to issues like cracking and wear, due to improper occlusion (bite).
Straightening your teeth with orthodontic aligners can protect against these issues. Additionally, misaligned teeth are more likely to develop periodontal (gum) issues. Orthodontic treatment can help keep gums firm around the teeth, protecting against bacterial infections that can lead to periodontal disease.
By choosing orthodontic aligners to straighten your teeth, you can avoid many of the issues commonly associated with traditional braces. Our patients who choose orthodontic aligner treatment are much less prone to experiencing pain, discomfort, or mouth sores than those with traditional metal braces. Additionally, the ability to remove your aligners to allow proper brushing and flossing, can lead to a reduced rate of plaque buildup and tooth decay.
At Gary Gibson Dental, we can help you achieve straight teeth and a beautiful, healthy smile with orthodontic aligners. For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact our office.
We offer a set of clear removable aligners that are worn over the teeth. These aligners can be removed to allow you to eat, brush, and floss normally. Clear aligners are comfortable, convenient, and easy to use.
Teeth that are crowded, gapped, or misaligned are more difficult to clean. Over time, this can lead to increased risks of tooth decay and gum disease. Crowded and misaligned teeth are also more prone to crack and wear. Straightening with clear aligners can protect against these issues.
The Clear Aligner Process
Our clear orthodontic aligners are a non-invasive, aesthetic solution for straightening teeth. If your teeth are crowded, gapped, or misaligned, they can give you a healthier, more beautiful smile.
First, you will have a consultation with Dr. Gary Gibson. We will determine if you are a good candidate for using clear aligners. A 3D model is created of your teeth. This model is used to design the steps of your individualized treatment plan. With this model, you can see what your teeth will look like after treatment.
Our clear aligners are custom-fabricated for your teeth. About every two to four weeks, you will change to a new, slightly straighter aligner.
Clear aligner patients experience less pain, discomfort, and mouth sores than patients with traditional metal braces. This system also has a lower risk of plaque buildup during treatment since you can remove aligners for proper brushing and flossing.
At Gary Gibson Dental, we can help you achieve a beautiful, healthy smile with clear aligners in Orlando, FL. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Gary Gibson, contact our office.
Clear Aligners For Teens
The most common time to straighten teeth is during the teen years. Permanent teeth have fully developed and issues like overbite, gaps, and misalignment become clear. However, your teen may be reluctant to agree to treatment with braces due to any of a wide range of reasons.
The most common reasons teens avoid braces include:
- “Metal mouth” – The impact of braces on a teen’s appearance can often lead to teasing by peers and reduced self-esteem.
- Restrictions – Braces require your teen to give up popcorn, hard and sticky candies, gum, crunchy foods, and more.
- Discomfort – Braces can irritate the lips and gums, and increase teeth sensitivity.
- Effort – Teeth with braces are more challenging to keep clean and healthy.
- Activities – Sports, band instruments, and other common activities can be limited or made more difficult when wearing braces.
Clear aligners are designed to provide straighter, healthier teeth without any of these drawbacks of braces.
Clear aligners use a series of clear, custom-fabricated aligners to gently and gradually correct the alignment of your teen’s teeth. Their nearly invisible appearance means most people will not be aware of the treatment.
Clear aligners can be removed for eating, dental hygiene, and activities like sports or band. This allows your teen to live a more normal life, keep their mouth healthy, and maintain a higher self-esteem during orthodontic treatment.
In most cases, clear aligners can correct issues with your teen’s smile for about the same investment as traditional braces, and generally require fewer office visits. For more information or a clear aligner consultation in Orlando, contact our office.