Are Clear Aligners Just as Effective as Metal Braces?

Dental patients who have misaligned teeth and bite issues may consider the option of ClearCorrect® clear aligners for treatment. Many of them ask about the efficiency of ClearCorrect® aligners compared to traditional metal braces and also want to know the advantages this treatment offers.

Clear aligners are a successful alternative to braces

ClearCorrect® aligners provide another treatment option for patients who have malocclusions but do not want to wear metal braces. Clear aligners have become increasingly popular in recent years due to many advantages and ease of use.

ClearCorrect® benefits

These clear aligners offer numerous improvements in treatment for patients. One of the biggest advantages of ClearCorrect® aligners is that they are nearly invisible. It is unlikely other people will notice these aligners when a patient is wearing them.

Because the aligners are removable, it is easier to brush and floss the teeth properly. Unlike traditional braces, ClearCorrect® wearers have the ability to take out the aligners before eating so patients do not have to worry about food getting stuck in brackets. Aligners do not require frequent repairs and dental visits that traditional braces often do. In addition, clear aligners do not usually result in the same amount of discomfort that metal braces tend to cause.

The difference between clear aligners and braces

These two treatments are the most common options used for patients with malocclusions. Clear aligners work in a similar manner as metal braces; they are used to gently and gradually shift the teeth into the proper position. These aligners do not need metal wires or brackets like traditional braces do.

ClearCorrect® aligners are made of a durable, transparent plastic that is customized to fit the patient’s mouth. The treatment typically involves multiple aligner trays that are used to target certain teeth to shift and are changed every few weeks during the process. By focusing on a few teeth at a time to shift during a certain period, patients usually have less discomfort compared to metal braces.

The effectiveness of clear aligners 

Metal braces are often thought to be more effective at correcting severe overcrowding and misalignment issues and are sometimes viewed as more cost-effective than aligners. However, ClearCorrect® aligners succeed at straightening misaligned teeth and correcting various bite issues and offer an efficient treatment option for many patients.

It is very important that patients possess strong discipline when it comes to wearing clear aligners since they need to be worn for at least 22 hours a day. Users need to realize that not wearing them properly can lead to less desirable results.

Conclusion

ClearCorrect® is a discreet alternative to braces that has become popular in recent years due to the success and the ease of the treatment. Patients with dental problems that include misaligned teeth and bite issues, who also want to avoid the drawbacks of traditional style braces, may be able to use clear aligners as a solution to improve their smiles and restore their confidence.

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