There are many reason our patients look to straighten their teeth. For some, the reason is as simple as wanting their smile to look better, for others, it’s more about correcting the function of their bite. Some may even just want to make their daily oral hygiene routine easier! Regardless of your motivation, book a free consultation with South Shore Dental to find out more about your teeth . We can correct your smile without unsightly braces!
Using 3D modeling, we plan the entire case from start to finish. We monitor your teeth movements, do any necessary bonding, dental filing, or other tooth adjustments, and create a long-term retention plan. Which means, correcting your smile has never been easier! Clear Aligners, similar to Invisalign, gently guide your teeth to their ideal home by remaining discrete, and are crafted especially for you! Allow Dr. Bryant to give you the smile you’ve always dreamed with Clear Aligners in Denver, CO.
– Hygiene: A great reason to use aligners is to address crowding an overlapping that is creating hard to clean areas in your mouth. When the teeth are better aligned, food trapping is reduced, flossing and brushing become more affective which helps maintain a healthier long-term smile.
– Enhance Cosmetics: Closing spaces and lining up the edges of your teeth can be purely cosmetic. If your smile is on display, why not put your best tooth forward? Improving the esthetic of your smile is a great reason on its own.
– Camouflage: Moving your teeth around can be a great strategy to hide a flaw. Sometime a missing tooth, or a midline discrepancy, or even a crooked nose can be made less noticeable with a little tweaking of the teeth’s positions.
– Retreatment: Shift Happens. If you’ve lost your childhood retainer, your teeth have probably not stayed straight. Clear Aligners are a great way to get those teeth aligned again.
– Self Image: People uncomfortable with their smile tend to smile less and this actually affects mood. Smiling more actually makes you happier, and the happier you are the more you will smile. Clear Aligners can be one tool to help build your confidence if your feeling great about your smile.
– Improve Functionality: Well aligned teeth will function ideally. They are easier to clean, and handle biting forces better allowing for normal eating and chewing without discomfort or pain. And yes, they look great too!
Dr. David Bryant isn’t your average dentist. He distinguishes himself from his peers through a deep commitment to ongoing professional development. While his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Colorado provides a strong foundation, Dr. Bryant has a true dedication to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field. This commitment positions him to utilize innovative techniques like Clear Aligners, to offer his patients a wider range of treatment options. As a Clear Aligner specialist, Dr. Bryant offers his patients a discreet and comfortable solution for achieving a confident smile. You can learn more about our team here!
Step 1: Charting Your Course
Your clear aligner journey starts with a consultation with Dr. Bryant. During your visit, he’ll give you the opportunity to share your smile goals and hear about any other potential problems you may have. Whether you have minor gaps, crowding, or misalignment, Dr. Bryant will assess your teeth and gums to determine if Clear Aligners are the right treatment option for you.
Step 2: Capturing Your Blueprint
Once we have decided to proceed with Clear Aligners, the next step is to capture a precise picture of your current smile. This is done with digital scans, which take 3D images of your teeth to give us an accurate representation of your teeth. The results will then be used to create a customized treatment plan for your new smile.
Step 3: Your Transformation Tools
Once your information has been gathered through your digital scans, your custom Clear Aligners crafting process will begin. Clear Aligners are clear, nearly invisible trays are made from a smooth, comfortable plastic material. We will have a series of aligners created, each one designed to gently shift your teeth a little closer to their ideal position to progressively guiding your teeth into alignment. Although similar to Invisalign, Clear Aligners tend to be thinner and even more discrete while the glove-like fit provides true comfort.
Step 4: Balancing Consistent Treatment
Now comes the exciting part – wearing your Clear Aligners! You’ll typically wear each set of aligners for a designated period, usually around two weeks, before moving on to the next set in the series. For optimal results, you’ll have to wear your aligners consistently for at least 20-22 hours per day. These aligners can, however, be removed to let you enjoy your meals without hassle and experience easy brushing and flossing.
Step 5: Staying on Track
We will set up regular check-ups to keep an eye on your progress and help ensure your treatment is on course. Dr. Bryant uses these appointments to assess the movement of your teeth, check the fit of your current aligners, and address any questions or concerns you may have. He may also provide you with the next set of aligners in the series, keeping you on track for your smile transformation.
Our office prides itself in providing world-class dental services to the Denver area. Whether you’re in need of Clear Aligners or are simply looking for a family practitioner to provide you with examinations and routine cleanings, you can find what you’re looking for by coming to Dr. Bryant and his team of dental specialists. We are also proud to be a green practice, meaning we make it a point to reduce, reuse, recycle, and comply with environmental laws and regulations. For more information or to schedule an appointment, feel free to call us at (720) 361-2815 to speak with one of our knowledgeable staff members, or click here to schedule an appointment.
Clear Aligners are a great for adults and teens looking to straighten their teeth. Though, they may not be suitable for everyone. During a consultation with Dr. Bryant, he will assess your smile needs and determine whether or not clear aligners are the right choice for you.
Most of our patients only experience some mild discomfort when they first start wearing a new set of aligners – which is understandable as your teeth are starting to shift! However, this discomfort is only temporary and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
The total cost of your Clear Aligners depends on the complexity of your case and the length of your treatment. We can provide you with a personalized treatment plan and will discuss the associated costs. Should you need it, we offer comprehensive membership plans to help you get the dental care you need.
If you’ve broken one of your aligners, call our office immediately for advise. Depending on which stage of treatment you’re on, Dr. Bryant can advise you on the best course of action. This may involve wearing your previous aligner for a longer period or getting a replacement aligner.
The aligner straightening process can take anywhere from 6 month to 3 years. Though, this time depends purely on the complexity of your case. Keep you smile on track with consistent wear and check-ups.