Clear Aligners

Clear Aligners

Clear aligners are a form of orthodontic treatment that can help align the teeth. Clear aligners are made from clear plastic to fit over the teeth and gently push the teeth into the desired position.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Clear Aligners?

You may be a good candidate for clear aligners if your jaw is misaligned or your teeth are crooked or crowded.

What Are the Benefits of Clear Aligners?

There are many benefits to clear aligners compared to braces, including:

• Can be removed for meals
• Discrete appearance
• Overall more comfortable
• Easier to maintain

Frequently Asked Questions About Clear Aligners

How do clear aligners work?

Clear aligners put gentle pressure on the teeth to help move them into the correct alignment. Once one set of aligners has moved the teeth to a desired position, the patient gets the next set of aligners to move the teeth further, until the teeth are in the final position.

Can I wear clear aligners while I’m eating?

Take off your aligners while you’re eating and drinking anything (besides water). This will help prevent your aligners from becoming damaged or stained. This will also prevent the aligners from trapping food and beverages against your tooth enamel.

How are clear aligners maintained?

Take out clear aligners for meals, and brush your teeth before putting clear aligners back in. Put your clear aligners in a case when they are not in your mouth. Clean your clear aligners once a day with mild soap and water, according to the dentist’s instructions.

Are clear aligners as effective as braces?

Clear aligners can be as effective as braces for the right person. Not everyone who is a good candidate for braces is a good candidate for clear aligners. Your dentist will tell you if clear aligners are an option for you.

How will I store clear aligners when I’m not using them?

Store your clear aligners in the case supplied to you by the dentist. Do not leave clear aligners lying on a counter or on a paper towel; this is a good way to lose or damage them.

How long will I have to wear clear aligners?

Most people wear clear aligners for about 20 to 22 hours per day for about 6 to 18 months.

Do clear aligners hurt?

Clear aligners can be uncomfortable when you’re adjusting to them. Compared to braces, clear aligners are gentler on the tissues in the mouth.

Contact E Dental for Clear Aligners in Seminole and Apollo Beach, FL

Do you think you could benefit from clear aligners in Seminole and Apollo Beach, FL? If so, contact the professionals at E Dental for a consultation.