What is Clear Aligner? The Clear Aligner orthodontic system corrects misaligned teeth by moving them into place over time using a set of clear, removable aligners. These aligners are nearly invisible when worn. Proven to be successful, aligners are created using 3-D imaging technology.

What are the benefits of Clear Aligners? Clear Aligners are both practically invisible and removable. This allows patients to consume whatever they want throughout treatment. It is also easier to clean teeth because patients don’t have to deal with awkward, special equipment being in the way. Aligners are very comfortable. Since these aligners don’t use brackets and wires, the aggravation to the cheeks and gums doesn’t occur. Patients will also need to spend less time in the doctor’s office getting adjustments when wires and brackets aren’t used. Patients can also see an image of the end result by viewing their virtual treatment plan prior to starting the straightening process.

How does Aligner work ? Patients wear each set of clear aligners for about two weeks and then change it for a new set. Patients teeth will shift into place a little at a time as the aligners are changed for the next in the series until teeth have been moved to their final, correct position. Roughly once every 1-2 months, patients