Clear Aligners Pakenham
At Renew Dental Care in Pakenham, we understand that not everyone wants to wear traditional metal braces. That’s why we offer clear aligners as an alternative option for straightening teeth.
Clear aligners are a nearly invisible orthodontic treatment option that uses a series of custom-made, clear plastic trays that fit snugly over your teeth. These aligners are comfortable, removable and easy to use. They are virtually invisible, so no one will know you’re wearing them. Clear aligners are a great option for adults and older teens who want to straighten their teeth without the look of traditional metal braces.
At Renew Dental Care, we are committed to providing the best care for our patients in a safe and comfortable environment. We use the latest techniques and technology to ensure the most accurate and effective results.
To know more about Clear Aligners or book an appointment, call our friendly team today.
Advantages of Aligners
- Appearance: Aligners are less noticeable than braces as they are clear and custom-made to fit your teeth. This can be a factor for many, but not all patients.
- Diet: As you remove your aligners to eat, your diet is not affected. You will still be able to eat the foods you like. Some foods are difficult or uncomfortable to eat with braces and can cause breakages which can delay treatment and require extra visits to have repairs carried out.
- Hygiene: As your aligners are removable, you can brush and floss as per normal. This is significant as cleaning your teeth with braces in place is challenging for many patients.
- Appointments: As the tooth movement is pre-planned by your Orthodontist, the actual visits to the practice are usually much simpler and, in some cases, can be fewer overall. This can be a big advantage for all those who are living busy lives!
- Comfort: Generally speaking, aligners are more comfortable than braces. Although the teeth can still be somewhat tender as they begin to move, the lips and cheeks tend to be less irritated as the plastic aligner is smoother than the metal or porcelain braces. This may be particularly relevant for those playing contact (or semi-contact) sports.
Disadvantages of Aligners
- Compliance: Aligners need to be worn 22 hours a day to be effective. This means they are only removed for eating and cleaning. Compliance equals results!
- Aligners need to be removed for eating and cleaning. Some patients may find it difficult to do this in public if they feel shy or embarrassed about it.
- Effectiveness: Aligners can treat most cases, but not all. In complex situations, your orthodontist may recommend braces rather than aligners. If you insist on aligners anyway, the final result may not be as precise.
- Cost: In some cases, the cost of aligners can be more than braces. However, in many cases they are similar or the same. Your orthodontist can discuss the cost of your options before you decide.