If you would like to straighten your teeth, our dentists may recommend clear aligner therapy as part of our broader cosmetic dentistry options. With this clear aligner system, Drs. Bookman, Goldberg, and Seto can help you discreetly correct the alignment of your smile. In addition to a more beautiful smile, straight teeth promote better oral health by making it easier for you to effectively clean your teeth — and for patients interested in further smile enhancement, dental veneers can complement aligner results. We invite you to contact us today if you would like to learn more about clear aligners in Jackson, New Jersey.
The Clear Aligner Process
1
Initial Consultation
We determine whether you are a good candidate for clear aligners during your first visit.
2
Custom Aligners
A series of custom-made, computer-generated plastic aligners is designed for your smile.
3
Progressive Wear
You switch to a new set about every two weeks as each one gradually, gently guides your teeth into place.
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Progress Visits
Regular office visits confirm your smile is progressing exactly as planned.
Clear aligners are a great choice for our patients who are searching for a more discreet orthodontic treatment option. Rather than using metal brackets and wires like traditional braces, clear aligners a series of custom-made, computer-generated plastic aligners to straighten your smile. Each set of aligners is designed to make small changes to the alignment of the teeth. As you switch sets of aligners about every two weeks, your teeth will be gradually, gently guided to their proper positions. You will also visit our office on a regular basis during treatment to make certain that your smile is progressing as planned.
In general, clear aligners can be used to treat the same orthodontic issues that are normally treated with braces. Our orthodontist may recommend clear aligners to correct:
Crowded teeth
Crooked teeth
Gapped and spaced teeth
Certain problems with the bite, such as an overbite, open bite, underbite, or crossbite
During your initial visit, we will determine whether you are a good candidate for clear aligners. This treatment is often a good choice for adult patients and others who are interested in a virtually invisible orthodontic treatment. In addition to being discreet, clear aligners are also very comfortable because they are custom made from smooth, thin plastic. The aligners are removable as well, which allows you to easily remove them as needed in order to eat, brush, and floss. We welcome you to call (732) 942-0909 or visit us today to learn more about clear aligner therapy.
FAQ Clear Aligners
Clear aligners can treat many of the same issues normally treated with braces, including crowded teeth, crooked teeth, and gapped or spaced teeth. They can also correct bite problems such as an overbite, open bite, underbite, or crossbite. Our team determines your candidacy during your initial consultation.
You’ll switch to a new set of custom-made aligners about every two weeks. Each set gradually and gently guides your teeth into their proper position. You’ll also visit our office regularly during treatment so we can confirm your smile is progressing exactly as planned.
Yes. Clear aligners are custom made from smooth, thin plastic, making them comfortable to wear throughout the day. They’re also removable, so you can easily take them out to eat, brush, and floss, then put them back in when you’re done.
Rather than metal brackets and wires, clear aligners use a series of custom-made, computer-generated plastic trays to gradually straighten your smile. This makes them a discreet, virtually invisible option that appeals to many adult patients who want to avoid the look of traditional braces.
If you would like to straighten your teeth, our dentists may recommend clear aligner therapy as part of our broader cosmetic dentistry options. With this clear aligner system, Drs. Bookman, Goldberg, and Seto can help you discreetly correct the alignment of your smile. In addition to a more beautiful smile, straight teeth promote better oral health by making it easier for you to effectively clean your teeth — and for patients interested in further smile enhancement, dental veneers can complement aligner results. We invite you to contact us today if you would like to learn more about clear aligners in Jackson, New Jersey.