If you’re wondering, summer begins for the Northern Hemisphere on June 21 UTC, which means you will be prompted by days full of sunshine to venture outside and enjoy the weather. You may even desire to smile while showing joy for the illustrious good fortune this spring has brought you, and the potential summer may hold. If you desire to smile, but continue to keep your lips pressed together like the Mona Lisa, you may be interested to know that teeth straightening alternatives exist other than traditional metal braces. Dr. Hakimzadeh answers a few questions in the following article about cosmetic dentistry and clear braces.
FAQ About Clear Braces
Question: What Are Clear Braces?
Answer: Achieving the same result as traditional metal braces, the application of clear braces straightens the patient’s teeth. The major benefit to clear braces, however, is the ability to continue living life without strict diet changes or beverage restrictions. Clear braces are virtually invisible, removable trays that allow for your social life to continue while correcting your smile.
Question: How Do Clear Braces Work?
Answer: Your doctor will collect 3D images of your teeth, which are sent to a lab for the creation of your clear braces. Once the aligner trays are created, you will pick up your trays and begin wearing the immediately. On average the use of clear braces usually takes 12 to 18 months to straighten teeth entirely. Each set of trays are typically worn for two weeks at a time for about 20-23 hours a day. Removal for eating and drinking beverages other than water is required.
Question: Are There Different Brands Of Clear Braces?
Answer: Yes, Downey Family Dentistry offers ClearCorrect and Invisalign to optimize smile alignment personalization.
Question: Who Is A Candidate For Clear Braces?
Answer: Those interested in straightening their teeth that maintain good oral health are usually candidates. Once a consultation is scheduled, Dr. Hakimzadeh will sit down with you and discuss your options and answer any questions that may arise or have been premeditated.
About Downey Family Cosmetic Dental
Come visit Dr. Hadis Reyhani, Dr. Ben Reyhani, and Dr. Pasha Hakimzadeh for a smile alignment evaluation. Our skilled dentists also provide a variety of other restorative, preventive, and cosmetic dental services for the entire family. Downey Family Cosmetic Dentistry serves patients from Downey, Lakewood, Whittier, Pico Rivera, Norwalk, and surrounding communities. If you would like to schedule a consultation, call us at (562)472-2433.
