We at Smiles Club, are thrilled to demystify the magic behind invisible aligners and shed light on the transformative journey of clear or invisible aligners. You might have asked yourself: "Do Clear Aligners Work?", "How do Invisible Aligners Work?" , and even "Do Invisible Aligners Work as well as Braces?". We'll answer those questions and more today.
How do Traditional Braces and Clear Aligners move your teeth?
Answer: Pressure and Tiny Movement.
We tend to think of teeth as solid and unmoving, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. When your teeth have pressure applied to them, for long enough, they’ll slowly move in your mouth. THIS IS THE BASICS TO ALL ORTHODONTICS!
How do Traditional Braces Work?
Knowing that, with traditional braces, patients would go to their Orthodontist and he would put braces in their mouths. With those he could apply a little pressure to each tooth, over a long time, moving them. After the teeth had moved the patient would have to come back for periodic adjustment, until the teeth were at the final desired place.
How do Clear Aligners Work?
Clear Aligners work the same way! The only difference is instead of a machine in your mouth, that you cannot remove, you have a removable Clear Aligner. These aligners apply gentle pressure to specific areas of your teeth, encouraging them to move gradually into the desired position. After a few weeks your teeth are in the new locations and you put on the next aligner in the treatment. So instead of a visit to the Orthodontist every couple weeks to get the braces adjusted, you just pop in the next aligner in the set. EASY!
The process is virtually unnoticeable, allowing you to carry on with your daily activities without the noticeable hardware associated with traditional braces. The tiny movement of teeth ensures the most comfortable and discreet journey towards achieving your ideal smile.
Do Invisible Aligners Work as well as Braces?
Answer: YES!
Clear aligners operate on the foundation of a custom treatment plan designed exclusively for your unique dental needs. Utilizing advanced technology, our experts craft a plan that factors in every aspect of your oral structure. This personalized approach ensures that your clear aligners address specific misalignments and imperfections. The journey begins with an in-depth consultation, allowing us to understand your goals and concerns.
Following this, a step by step 3D plan is created for your teeth, serving as the blueprint for your customized clear aligners. This is called your “Custom Treatment Plan”. This tailored treatment plan ensures that each set of aligners facilitates the gradual movement of your teeth, leading to a perfectly aligned smile.
How long do I have to wear Clear Aligners?
Answer: To succeed you must wear them 20-22 hours a day. Almost all day and night.
As we mentioned before your teeth only move if they have constant pressure on them. If you take the aligners off the pressure stops moving your teeth. If kept off too long your teeth may even move back.
Consistency is key when it comes to the success of clear aligners. Wearing aligners almost all day and night is crucial for optimal results. Typically, aligners are recommended to be worn for 20-22 hours a day, only removed for eating, drinking, and oral hygiene practices. This continuous wear ensures that your teeth experience a consistent, gentle force, promoting effective and predictable movement. Embracing this routine aligns with the commitment to your smile journey.
The flexibility to remove aligners for brief periods allows you to enjoy your favorite foods and maintain excellent oral hygiene, contributing to the overall success of the treatment.
Embark on the journey to a confident, aligned smile with Smiles Club's invisible aligners. Our commitment to a custom treatment plan, the subtlety of tiny teeth movements, and the importance of consistent wear are the pillars of your transformative experience. Join us in the pursuit of a radiant smile that speaks volumes about your confidence and well-being.
