Clear aligners, a technology that has become incredibly popular for the past two decades, have helped millions to correct their smiles. These have become well-used as an option for those looking for a little more subtlety.
Maybe over the years a tooth or two have become more and more crooked. This is not only a cosmetic issue, as well. Any overlap can become an issue with tooth collision or bacterial infection.
Today, your Austin, MN dentist writes about how straightening your smile is more accessible than ever. There’s no use putting it off any longer!
How Invasive Is It, Really?
Often, people will report that they really do not want braces because of the overall appearance of the apparatus itself. The lasting benefit just was not worth the short term disadvantages.
But now, with clear aligners, you can improve your smile, and nobody else has to even know! You use a mouthguard-like apparatus to slowly reform the mouth in order to perfect your smile.
Almost invisible, these aligners will slowly alter the shape of your mouth over time. It’s like your smile naturally grew more beautiful!
Your Cosmetic Changes May Benefit Your Oral Health
When the teeth rest next to each other in uncomfortable ways, it creates pockets where foot particles can begin to build up. Bacteria then feast upon these particles, leaving behind highly acidic waste that can eat through the enamel.
Sometimes these areas can be hard to reach, maybe some molars are crowding. Or overlapped teeth can prevent flossing, and even cause damage to each other.
Crowded, overlapped teeth can become serious risks to bacterial tooth decay. By straightening them out and ensuring that no dangerous pockets remain, we can seriously mitigate the risk of tooth decay. Just because a procedure is cosmetic doesn’t mean it can’t improve your health, as well!
What Is The Routine Really Like?
Clear aligners are worn nearly all day, 20-22 hours on average. Even when you sleep! The trays are switched out every two weeks, until the desired change has taken effect.
Most of the time, patients take anywhere from 6 months to a year improving their smile. There is no one-size-fits-all solution for mouths, and so many various factors play into how long the procedure can take.
ABOUT YOUR AUSTIN, MN, DENTIST:
Our team offers our patients and their family access to comprehensive dental care, including general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry.
To schedule an appointment with the Potach and Mitchell Dental Clinic, contact our Austin, MN dental office today by calling 507-437-6312. Our office welcomes patients from Austin, MN and surrounding communities.
