Clear Aligners in Westchester
Invisalign & ClearCorrect in Westchester, NY
Straight teeth improve dental health by making brushing and flossing easier. While traditionally associated with teens, orthodontic treatment is available to adults too. Clear aligner systems like Invisalign and ClearCorrect offer a discreet alternative to metal braces for patients seeking straighter smiles. Advanced Dentistry of Scarsdale is committed to cosmetic dentistry excellence, offering comprehensive smile enhancement including teeth whitening, veneers, or even dental implants alongside aligner therapy.
What Is Aligner Therapy?
Clear plastic aligners apply constant, gentle pressure to remodel bone around teeth, enabling movement through rotation, tilting, or repositioning. Unlike traditional braces with cemented brackets and wires requiring periodic adjustments, aligners are swapped sequentially every week or two until treatment concludes.
What Makes Clear Aligners Better Than Braces?
Clear aligners offer numerous advantages over traditional metal braces for many patients.
Treat Many Issues
These systems address gaps, alignment issues, underbite, overbite, or even turned teeth, though complicated cases may still require traditional braces.
Almost Invisible
The transparent plastic design is so subtle that many patients report that even close friends and family members don't realize they are getting orthodontic treatment.
Removable
Aligners require 20-22 hours a day of wear, allowing dietary freedom and removal for significant events without interfering with dating, public speaking, or photography.
No Abrasion
Unlike metal braces, which can be hard on your gums and cheeks, aligners won't cause painful oral lacerations or canker sores.
Better Oral Health
Complete removability enables thorough morning and evening oral hygiene, keeping gum tissue healthy and strong and your teeth white and free of cavities.
Faster Treatment
Customized systems utilizing data from millions of clear aligner treatments work faster than traditional braces, with treatment time potentially reduced by as much as half.
Cost-Effective
Despite assumptions, ClearCorrect and Invisalign pricing is very close to the same price as traditional braces, making them an economically sensible option.
The Clear Aligner Orthodontic Process
From your initial consultation to maintaining your new smile, here is what to expect throughout your clear aligner journey.
Initial Consultation
The dentist evaluates your dental concerns, goals, oral health history, and timeline. Ideal candidates are motivated and committed to oral health maintenance.
Customized Treatment Plan
Precise measurements create 3D tooth renderings for technicians, utilizing artificial intelligence at Invisalign or ClearCorrect to design an optimal sequence of aligner trays for your unique case.
Receiving Your Clear Aligners
Aligners arrive within 1-2 weeks. The initial fitting checks comfort; mild tightness and minor discomfort are normal but substantially less than traditional braces.
Tracking Your Progress
Progress checks occur every six to eight weeks. Adjustments address hygiene concerns or accelerate advancement if you are progressing well.
Maintaining Your Smile
Post-treatment retainers prevent drift. They are worn initially with the same frequency as aligners, then nightly, and eventually just several nights weekly to keep your smile in its new position.
Frequently Asked Questions
Treatment time varies depending on the complexity of your case. Customized systems utilizing data from millions of clear aligner treatments work faster than traditional braces, with treatment time potentially reduced by as much as half.
Clear aligners can address gaps, alignment issues, underbite, overbite, or even turned teeth. However, complicated cases may still require traditional braces. During your consultation, we will evaluate your case and recommend the most effective approach.
For optimal results, aligners should be worn 20-22 hours a day. They should only be removed for eating, drinking anything other than water, and brushing and flossing.
Patient Testimonials
More Testimonials"Dr. Brisman and the entire staff are wonderful. They truly care about their patients. The office is state of the art and the quality of work is outstanding. I would highly recommend Advanced Dentistry of Scarsdale."
— Former Patient
"I have been going to Advanced Dentistry for over 20 years. The care has always been exceptional. From routine cleanings to more complex procedures, I always feel confident and comfortable."
— Long-Term Patient
Start Your Clear Aligner Journey
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