ClearCorrect® 101: Everything You Need to Know Before Getting Them

Misaligned and crowded teeth are a problem for your smile and dental health. When you have crowded teeth, it can be difficult to clean all the teeth, which increases the risk of decay.

Fixing these dental problems can improve your confidence as well as preserve your dental health. Fortunately, with orthodontic treatment, you can say goodbye to oddly shaped and misaligned teeth.

Several orthodontic treatments are available that can help you correct the positioning of the teeth, such as ClearCorrect®.

What is ClearCorrect?

ClearCorrect aligners are removable, customised invisible braces that help to reposition the teeth gradually. Today, most people opt for clear aligners because they are convenient and do not change or disrupt your normal lifestyle.

The ClearCorrect differ from the traditional ones in both appearance and treatment time. While the traditional braces have metal wires that can be uncomfortable, the ClearCorrect in Gillette, WY are made from clear thermoplastic material. These invisible braces are gentle on the gums and do not cause any discomfort.

How Do the ClearCorrect Braces Work?

ClearCorrect is an orthodontic system that involves a series of invisible braces. Each aligner is designed to slightly move the teeth. For effective results, the clear aligners are worn for 22 hours every day for two to three weeks.

How does The ClearCorrect Differ from Invisalign®?

Both the ClearCorrect and Invisalign work similarly; they straighten the teeth. Their treatment process is also the same as you need to wear both the braces for 22 hours daily.

However, Invisalign is made from a thicker material than the ClearCorrect. The thinner material used on the ClearCorrect aligners makes them nearly invisible.

ClearCorrect offers options based on your preference and how much money you are willing to spend. You can opt for limited 6, which gives six aligners, limited 12, and unlimited. If you have mild malocclusion, limited 6 and 12 may be a good fit. Unlimited is reserved for severe overbites and misalignment. Consult our dentist in Gillette WY, on the differences between Invisalign and ClearCorrect.

What Does the ClearCorrect Treatment Involve?

The orthodontic treatment is done in phases, and it can last for a couple of months:

• Diagnosing and planning

The treatment begins with a comprehensive dental assessment. The dentist will then get a 3D digital scan of your structure and determine how the teeth should move.

He will send the prescription and the digital scan for the braces to be made. The dentist will show you a preview of the expected results.

• The Treatment phase

You will receive a series of aligners based on the choice you made (if it’s 6,12, or unlimited). The ClearCorrect aligners are worn for 22 hours. Only remove them when eating, drinking, or brushing. Over time, with every change of aligner, your teeth will gradually reposition.

During the treatment course, you will visit the dentist every six weeks for monitoring of the process.

• Retention phase

After the treatment is done, our dentist in 82716 will give you a retainer that is designed to hold the new position. Failure to wear the retainer will lead to the teeth reverting and affecting the dental structure.

Our dentist will give you instructions on the duration you should wear the retainer.

What Can You Expect During the Orthodontic Treatment?

Wearing the aligners is not painful. But, you will experience slight discomfort for the first few days when you wear a new set of braces. The pain clears with time, so there is no need for pain relievers.

Your bite may also be different from time to time when you wear a new set. Some people also have a lisp as they get accustomed to the aligners.

How Can You Keep the Aligners Clean?

The braces do not affect your eating habits or lifestyle. But, hygiene is of importance when wearing them because it is easy to trap food particles. Ensure you brush the aligners every day and rinse them before putting them back.

Schedule an Appointment

Visit Mountain West Dental to get more information on ClearCorrect and our other cosmetic dentistry services in Gillette, WY.