Clear Aligner Orthodontics

What are clear aligners?

Clear aligners are transparent removable devices that straighten your teeth in the same way as braces. Both orthodontic treatments move your teeth gradually, but clear aligners do so without the visibility or discomfort of braces.

Braces include metal brackets and wires that bond to the surface of your teeth. Eating, smiling, and speaking can be uncomfortable with braces. Clear aligners allow flexibility in your orthodontic treatment. You can’t see them when you smile and you can remove them to eat, drink, brush, and floss. 

Are there different types of clear aligners?

Eric Klein D.D.S. & Associates offers three types of clear aligners for patients of all ages:

Invisalign

Invisalign is the most well-known brand of clear aligners. Made with SmartTrack® technology, Invisalign clear aligners are transparent, comfortable, and offer faster treatment times than many other brands.

OrthoFX

OrthoFX uses FXTetra polymer materials to straighten teeth comfortably by minimizing pain. Most treatments are more cost effective than Invisalign. OrthoFX’s proprietary material is translucent and can help your teeth appear brighter and whiter.

ClearCorrect

After a comprehensive evaluation that includes discussing your orthodontic needs, goals, lifestyle, and budget, the team can recommend the best clear aligners for your smile.

What are the benefits of clear aligners?

Clear aligners offer patients several advantages over traditional braces, including:

Aesthetics

Clear aligners blend in with your smile, so they don’t draw attention to your teeth like braces. They are transparent, allowing you to smile confidently.

Time

Most clear aligners offer noticeable results in as little as six months, while braces can take 18 months to three years to straighten teeth.

Comfort

Unlike braces, which contain brackets and wires, clear aligners are smooth. They won’t irritate your gums and inner cheeks like braces. Most patients also find that clear aligners are a gentler treatment overall, as they move your teeth one at a time instead of all at once.

Convenience

You can remove clear aligners to eat, drink, and clean your teeth. You can even take them out for special events, so they don’t interrupt your lifestyle.

Call Eric Klein D.D.S. & Associates today or schedule an appointment online to learn more about clear aligners.