Clear aligners gets results
Gone are the days of being self-conscious about your teeth and not smiling for photos! There has never been a better time to straighten your teeth with the most advanced clear aligners in the world with a track record of more than 4 million treated cases.
What are clear aligners?
Clear aligners consist of a series of virtually invisible clear aligners that you replace every week to 2 weeks. Each aligner is custom-made and gradually shifts your teeth into proper alignment. Because each aligner is specially made just for your bite and smile, you can be certain that clear aligners will create a smile that truly is for you.
The clear aligner lifestyle: Virtually invisible & undetectable
Almost all cases can be treated with clear aligners. Unlike traditional metal braces that are obvious, clear aligners are almost invisible and undetectable. No broken braces, no scraping and rubbing on the insides of your lips and cheeks, no awkward brushing, and no poking wires.
The clear aligner treatment process
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Complimentary consultation
During your complimentary first visit to our office, one of our orthodontists will start by examining your mouth including your teeth, jaws, jaw joints, and muscles, and view them as a complete functional system and decide whether using clear aligners is the correct treatment for your unique orthodontic issues.
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Digital scan
After consulting with Dr. Mehta or Dr. Herrera, we will digitally scan your teeth with our new, modern iTero® scanner. These digital images allow us to create a series of clear aligners that are custom to your smile as it straightens each week mapping your teeth’s movement. Your orthodontist will ensure your bite and alignment are ideal for you and order your custom aligners.
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Custom aligners
Each set of custom aligners is worn for 1-2 weeks, shifting your teeth gradually every week until the very best results have been achieved. The typical treatment time for a full clear aligner treatment is about 12 months, however, each case is different and may require more or less time. You will remove your aligners to eat, drink brush, and floss normally. No restrictions on any hard or sticky foods like with braces!
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Retention
Once your treatment is complete, you will need to wear a retainer to ensure your beautiful new smile lasts a lifetime.
At Indigo Orthodontics, we offer a special program called Lifetime Retainers. Be sure to ask us about this amazing benefit!