SureSmile Clear Aligners at Wauka Mountain Family Dentistry
Wauka Mountain Family Dentistry is excited to now offer SureSmile Clear Aligners as an efficient and discreet alternative to metal braces.
What Are SureSmile Clear Aligners?
SureSmile aligners are custom-made, transparent trays that gradually shift your teeth into the desired position. They are an alternative to traditional braces and offer a more aesthetic solution for orthodontic treatment.
Benefits of SureSmile Clear Aligners:
- Discreet Appearance: The clear aligners are virtually invisible, making them a popular choice for adults and teens.
- Comfort: Made from smooth plastic, they are less likely to irritate your gums and cheeks compared to metal braces.
- Removable: You can take them out for eating, brushing, and flossing, which makes maintaining oral hygiene easier.
- Custom Treatment Plans: Each aligner is tailored to fit your teeth and treatment goals, ensuring effective movement.
- Fewer Office Visits: Many patients require fewer visits to the office than with traditional braces, typically every 6 weeks.
Potential Considerations:
- Initial Discomfort: Some patients experience mild discomfort as their teeth begin to move, but this usually subsides quickly.
- Compliance: Your commitment to wearing the aligners as prescribed is crucial for timely treatment.
Tips for Success:
- Wear Your Aligners: Consistency is key; wear them as recommended.
- Keep Them Clean: Rinse your aligners and brush them gently with a toothbrush to maintain hygiene.
- Avoid Staining: Remove aligners when consuming food or drinks (except water) to prevent discoloration.
Treatment Process:
- Consultation: Schedule an appointment with us to discuss your goals and have an examination.
- 3D Imaging: We will use digital imaging technology to create a 3D model of your teeth.
- Custom Plan: Based on the model, a personalized treatment plan will be developed, including the number of aligners needed.
- Receiving Aligners: Once your aligners are made, you will receive your first set to begin your treatment. We will also place tooth-colored “attachments” to your teeth to ensure proper fit of the retainers. These will be removed once treatment is completed.
- Wearing Aligners: You’ll typically wear each aligner for about 20-22 hours a day, changing to the next set every 1-2 weeks as directed.
- Check-Ups: Regular check-ups will ensure your teeth are moving as planned and allow for adjustments if necessary.
Follow-Up:
Once your treatment is complete, clear aligner retainers will be provided to be worn nightly to maintain your new smile and prevent teeth from shifting back.
Conclusion:
SureSmile Clear Aligners offer a modern, effective way to achieve a straighter smile. If you have any further questions or need specific information about your treatment, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Cost of SureSmile Clear Aligners:
- Initial Consultation: $300.00 (At this appointment we will take necessary photos as well as complete your digital scan for clear aligners to be produced). However, should you decide to proceed with the treatment plan, $300.00 will be credited back to your account.
- Complete Ortho Aligner Treatment Plan: $4800.00 (Includes all aligners needed, visits every 6 weeks to evaluate progress, clear aligner retainers to use when treatment is complete, and a bleaching kit).
- Limited Ortho Aligner Treatment Plan: $3500.00 (Recommended for cases needing 12 sets of aligners or fewer, includes the same services as above).
Some dental plans may help cover the cost of your treatment.
SureSmile offers the smile you’ve always wanted that fits within your budget. Your smile is unique and so is your smile journey. Contact us today for a consultation.