Clear Aligner Teeth Straightening

What Can Clear Aligners Help With?

Clear aligners may be suitable for certain alignment and bite concerns, including:

• Crowded teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Certain tooth alignment problems
• Some bite irregularities

Not every orthodontic problem can be treated with clear aligners. Your dentist will assess your individual circumstances before recommending treatment.

How Are Clear Aligners Different From Fixed Braces?

Clear aligners are made from transparent material and are designed to fit over your teeth.

Unlike traditional fixed braces, they can be removed when eating, drinking and cleaning your teeth.

However, aligners need to be worn according to the instructions provided by your dental team for treatment to progress as planned.

What Happens During a Clear Aligner Consultation?

Discussing Your Goals

Your consultation starts with a discussion about what you would like to change about the alignment of your teeth.

Examining Your Teeth and Gums

Your dentist will assess your teeth, gums and bite and consider your overall oral health.

Assessing Your Orthodontic Needs

Your dentist will determine whether clear aligners may be suitable for the type and complexity of movement required.

Discussing Your Options

If clear aligners are appropriate, your dentist will explain the proposed treatment process. If another orthodontic approach is more suitable, this can also be discussed.

How Does Clear Aligner Treatment Work?

If you proceed with treatment, you will receive a series of aligners designed to move your teeth gradually.

Each aligner is worn according to your treatment instructions before progressing to the next stage.

The exact number of aligners and length of treatment vary between patients. The complexity of your case and the amount of movement required can influence the treatment time.

What Are the Benefits of Clear Aligners?

A More Discreet Appearance

Clear aligners are designed to be less noticeable than conventional fixed braces.

Removable for Eating

The aligners can be removed when eating and drinking, allowing you to continue with your normal meals.

Easier Daily Cleaning

Because the aligners are removable, you can brush and clean between your teeth without having to work around fixed brackets and wires.

Planned Tooth Movement

Each stage of treatment is designed to move the teeth towards their planned positions.

Looking After Your Teeth During Treatment

Maintaining good oral hygiene is important throughout orthodontic treatment.

Continue brushing your teeth and cleaning between them as advised by your dental team. Your aligners also need to be cleaned according to the instructions provided.

Follow your dentist's guidance about wearing and caring for your aligners. Not wearing them as instructed may affect treatment progress.

Are Clear Aligners Suitable for Everyone?

Clear aligners are not suitable for every patient or every type of orthodontic problem.

The health of your teeth and gums also needs to be considered. Existing dental problems may need to be addressed before orthodontic treatment begins.

Your dentist will explain whether clear aligners are an appropriate option following your assessment.

Clear Aligners and Dental Health

Straightening teeth is not only about their appearance. Tooth position can also affect cleaning and the way teeth come together.

Good oral hygiene remains important throughout treatment. Regular dental examinations allow your general oral health to be monitored while orthodontic treatment is taking place.

Free Orthodontic Consultation in Paignton

If you are considering clear aligners, GreenTree Dental & Implant Clinic is offering a free orthodontic consultation.

This provides an opportunity to discuss your goals, have your teeth assessed and understand whether clear aligner treatment may be appropriate.