Clear Aligner Therapy in Newtown, PA

It's Not Too Late

Have you ever wished that you had received orthodontic treatment when you were younger? Just because you're not a teenager anymore doesn't mean you can't straighten your teeth. If you desire a straighter smile but the thought of traditional braces makes you cringe, we have just what you need: Clear Aligner Therapy.

Why Straight Teeth Matter Beyond Looks

Clear Aligner Therapy is also referred to as Clear Orthodontic Therapy, Clear Aligners, Invisible, or Clear Braces. All of these terms describe Clear Aligners that move teeth out of malocclusion (misaligned teeth). When you bite down and your teeth are not in harmony, the constant pressure can cause teeth to chip. Misaligned teeth are harder to clean — and a result is bad breath and gum disease. Severe malocclusion is associated with breathing problems, speech issues, and more. In less than a year with Clear Aligners, you can smile better knowing your teeth are straighter and you are protecting yourself from problems associated with malocclusion.

Like Tires on Your Car

Think of your teeth like the tires on your car. If they're not lined up properly, they're going to wear unevenly — and you're going to need to replace them sooner. Same with teeth. When your bite is off, you're losing enamel where you don't want to, building up wear in the wrong places, and making things harder to clean later in life when your dexterity isn't as good. Straightening helps you start with healthy teeth so they last.

Brand Names We Offer

If you want a straighter smile without everyone noticing you are undergoing treatment, visit our office for Clear Aligner Therapy. The brand names we work with are Invisalign®, Candid Pro®, and SureSmile®. Invisalign® uses abutments (small, clear bonding of various shapes on your teeth) along with a series of Clear Aligners to move teeth. Candid Pro® and SureSmile® Clear Aligners are virtually undetectable, so no one will even know you are receiving teeth straightening care.

Why Clear Aligners Are More Comfortable Than Braces

Clear Aligners are removable so you can conveniently take out your trays to brush your teeth, floss, eat dinner, or even enjoy a special occasion. As long as you wear your aligners for the required amount of time each day, you can freely remove your trays as needed. Additionally, Clear Aligner Therapy is more comfortable than traditional braces. With smooth trays, Clear Aligners are gentle on your gums so you won't have to deal with irritation. Unlike braces, Clear Aligners don't have broken wires, lost braces, or cause cuts and abrasions to the mouth.

Airway-First Orthodontics

Whatever we do in dentistry, we consider the airway first. Orthodontics is all about expansion. You don't pull teeth out — that's the last resort. You expand to make Mother Nature's jaw fit the way it should. So before we plan aligners, we look at how your jaw and airway developed, whether crowding is from a narrow palate, and whether your bite issue is connected to breathing or sleep concerns. The result: straight teeth that also support healthy breathing for the rest of your life.