Clear Aligners Rockwall
Greater Comfort & Convenience Without the Metal
Orthodontia has come a long way in providing patients with alternative treatment options so that metal brackets and wires are not the only way to achieve a straighter, healthier set of teeth. Dr. Bart’s use of clear aligners in Rockwall allows for effective correction while producing less visibility for a more confident daily appearance. Interested in learning whether this clear aligner solution is right for you? Call us today.
Why Choose Rockwall Crossing Orthodontics for Clear Aligners?
- Patients Feel Valued & Appreciated by Orthodontist & Team
- Long-Standing Orthodontic Team Provides Familiarity & Trust
- Hometown Orthodontist with More Than Two Decades of Experience
What Are Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners are removable trays that apply gentle, continuous pressure to teeth that require realignment. Crafted from precise impressions taken of your smile, these aligners are built to guide your teeth through treatment, encouraging them to shift into a healthier, straighter position. They are to be worn 20-22 hours a day and swapped out every few weeks. Although follow-up appointments are required, they require less time – only taking 15-30 minutes to ensure proper progression.
How Invisalign Works
A unique aspect of Invisalign is that it’s not a templated, one-size-fits-all solution. Dr. Bart takes digital impressions of your teeth using our intraoral camera—no messy goo necessary. With these images, we can have aligners created specifically to fit over your teeth. During your treatment, you’ll wear your customized aligners for up to 22 hours every day, removing them only for meals and dental hygiene. They’ll stay firmly in place the rest of the day. Periodically, you’ll switch to new aligners as your teeth gradually move into their ideal alignment. Afterward, you’ll finally have that straight, spectacular smile you’ve always wanted!
Benefits of Invisalign
Invisalign in Rockwall offers benefits that traditional braces simply can’t. That’s why clear aligners continue to be so popular, even 20+ years after their debut. If you are currently in the process of deciding whether or not this discreet orthodontic treatment is right for you, then you may find it helpful to learn why it’s so loved. Fortunately, this next section is dedicated to just that!
Subtle Appearance
Let’s start with one of the most well-known benefits of Invisalign: the aligners are virtually undetectable. That’s because they don’t have any metal components. Instead, they are crafted from smooth plastic and custom-made to fit snugly against your teeth. As a result, you won’t have to wait until the end of your orthodontic treatment to smile confidently!
Improved Comfort
If you had metal braces when you were younger, then you may remember how uncomfortable they could be. Fortunately, Invisalign aligners don’t result in soft tissue irritation. Plus, any discomfort that does arise from the movement of your teeth can easily be alleviated by placing a cold compress against the outside of your cheek, sipping on cool water, and taking OTC pain medication as directed.
Easy Maintenance
Since Invisalign aligners are removable, you don’t need to adopt a cumbersome oral hygiene regimen or buy special cleaning products. Just take them off, place them in their designated case, and proceed with your usual dental care routine. When you’re done, use a damp, soft-bristle toothbrush and clear, mild dishwashing liquid to gently scrub your aligners clean. Then, you’ll be all set!
Fewer Dietary Limitations
In an effort to prevent common orthodontic problems, like broken brackets, patients with traditional braces need to avoid certain foods (i.e., whole apples, raw carrots, tortilla chips). That’s not the case with Invisalign. In fact, as long as you remove your aligners beforehand, you can enjoy all of your favorite foods on your journey to your dream smile!
Shorter Average Timeline
Another perk of Invisalign: the average treatment timeline is only 12-18 months. Traditional braces, on the other hand, usually take 2-3 years. If you don’t have that long to wait because you have an important event coming up, then you should consider clear aligners! During your consultation, we can determine if you’re a good candidate and, if you are, provide you with an estimate of your treatment timeline.
Less Time in the Treatment Chair
With traditional braces, monthly adjustment appointments are necessary to ensure the continuous movement of your teeth. With Invisalign, however, you’re able to progress through portions of your treatment plan at home. Then, every 6-8 weeks, you’ll come to our office so we can make sure you’re on track with your treatment plan. If you are, then we will provide you with the next batch of aligners in the series.
Invisalign Teen
Teenagers who desire a straighter set of teeth but want to avoid unsightly metal brackets and wires can achieve exceptional results with Invisalign Teen. Similar to the adult version of Invisalign, these clear aligners come with a blue indicator dot that fades over time when worn correctly. This helps keep younger patients accountable, making sure they wear their aligners 20-22 hours a day so their teeth will continue to move in the right direction.
