Clear Aligners
Crooked teeth can lead to feelings of embarrassment and cause problems with your oral health.
Unlike traditional braces, clear aligners are virtually unnoticeable and can comfortably reposition your teeth.
Dr. Billie Adams in Albuquerque, NM, can provide you with Invisalign® or SureSmile® Clear Aligners to discreetly straighten your teeth.
Who Can Benefit From Clear Aligners?
/
- You want mild to moderate realignment
- You are a teen or adult
- You have crowding, gaps, or an over/underbite
Exploring Candidacy for Clear Aligners
Most teens and adults can be good candidates for Invisalign and SureSmile Clear Aligners, but some people who may be disqualified from receiving this treatment include:
-
People who can't wear their trays for at least 20 hours each day
-
Elderly patients who are unable to insert or remove their trays
-
Patients who use nicotine products
A Dazzling Smile Is Within Reach WITH THE HELP OF OUR DENTAL PRACTICE IN ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Dr. Billie Adams and her team at Peak Family Dentistry offer a wide range of treatments to improve the appearance and functionality of your mouth! Orthodontics can improve both. Our dental practice can provide you with aligners to give you a more attractive smile and prevent the problems that misalignment can cause.
Peak Family Dentistry is currently accepting new patients, and our practice would be happy to welcome you!
To request a consultation, fill out our online contact form or call our Albuquerque, NM, office at:
(505) 293-2211
The Clear Aligner Treatment Plan
If you decide you want to realign your teeth with a series of clear trays, you can request a consultation with Invisalign and SureSmile provider Dr. Adams in Albuquerque, NM .
The dental treatment will include these steps:
Your aligners are safe enough to be worn while you sleep and easy enough to remove when you eat. Clean your aligners once a day by soaking them in a cleaning solution or using a toothbrush, toothpaste, and warm water.
For the fastest results, wear your clear trays for 20 to 22 hours each day. Keeping the aligners in for a shorter period of time each day can ultimately delay your treatment and may even require you to start over from the beginning.
Retaining Your Results
It's common to wear a retainer after undergoing orthodontic care with traditional braces, Invisalign , or SureSmile. A retainer is a custom-made device that maintains the new position of your teeth. If a retainer isn't worn following orthodontic care, your teeth may return to their original position, necessitating additional orthodontic treatment.
How often and how long each patient should wear their retainer is different, but your orthodontist or dentist will give you instructions on how you can maintain your results.
Peak Family Dentistry is currently offering a free retainer with a paid clear aligner case.
What Can Clear Aligners Do That Braces Can't?
Traditional braces are made up of brackets and wires that can be uncomfortable. They're also noticeable and can lead to feelings of embarrassment, especially in older teens and adults.
With Invisalign and SureSmile aligners, you can discreetly straighten your teeth without feeling uncomfortable or embarrassed. Unlike braces, clear aligner trays can be removed, making oral hygiene and cleaning easier. You can also remove the aligners when you eat or when attending an important event.
Don't I Need an Orthodontist for Orthodontic Treatment?
Aligner trays like SureSmile and Invisalign don't require a trip to the orthodontist! Because aligners treat mild to moderate misalignment, a general dentist is more than capable of administering treatment. However, severe cases of malocclusion will likely require braces and an orthodontist to provide them.