Clear Aligner Therapy
in Reston, VA
Holistic Dental Care That Goes Beyond Your Expectations
When you think of straightening your teeth, what comes to mind? Probably a young teen with a tin grin. The good news is that there are discreet and convenient alternatives to traditional metal braces: SureSmile clear aligners. Dr. Sri and her dedicated team at Ateeth Dental Care invite you to visit our Reston, VA, practice to get on track to a straight, beautiful smile.
How Do SureSmile Clear Aligners Work?
Similar to Invisalign, the SureSmile clear aligners system relies on removable and virtually invisible aligner trays that exert pressure on your teeth, gently shifting them into alignment. Your SureSmile aligners are custom-made from 3D impressions of your teeth, delivering the smile you’ve always wanted.
SureSmile can address a range of orthodontic concerns, including misaligned, overcrowded, or gapped teeth, as well as overbites, crossbites, underbites, and open bites. With SureSmile, you’ll receive all the support you need for an incredibly comfortable, predictable, and rewarding treatment process.
- Discreet: SureSmile’s clear aligners are practically invisible, making them a discreet and attractive alternative to metal braces. You won’t have to worry about metal wires or brackets interfering with your appearance while achieving the smile of your dreams.
- Effective: SureSmile aligners are meticulously engineered to apply gentle, consistent pressure to move your teeth into their desired position with incredible precision. Your treatment plan is customized to your smile using advanced 3D imaging technology, ensuring predictable results.
- Comfortable: Your SureSmile aligners are made from a smooth and comfortable BPA-free material. You won’t have to deal with metal brackets or wires scraping the inside of your mouth.
- Convenient: Unlike traditional braces, you can easily remove your SureSmile aligners to eat, drink, brush, and floss. Imagine enjoying all your favorite foods without restriction while straightening your smile!
- Better Oral Hygiene: Because the aligners are removable, you can maintain your regular oral hygiene routines. That helps reduce the risk of plaque buildup, tooth decay, and gum disease that sometimes occur with fixed braces.
- Beyond Aesthetic Benefits: Properly aligned teeth are easier to clean, lowering your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Moreover, straightening your smile can improve your bite function, reduce strain on the jaw, and may even address issues such as teeth grinding (bruxism), TMJ disorders, and sleep apnea.
Your SureSmile clear aligner treatment is fully customized to your unique needs. Our team will use our CBCT scanner to capture 3D images of your teeth to diagnose your unique concerns and plan your orthodontic treatment. The cutting-edge technology helps visualize your root system with incredible clarity, improving diagnostic precision and helping predict teeth movement.
The next step is capturing 3D digital impressions of your teeth and mapping out your custom treatment plan. A SureSmile digital lab will produce your aligners using 3D-printed models and robotic laser trimming for a perfect fit. Once you receive your aligners, you will need to wear them for 20-22 hours each day, only taking them out for eating, drinking, brushing, or flossing.
You will shift from one set of aligners to the next about every two weeks, following your custom treatment plan. You will be amazed to see your teeth gradually moving into alignment. After you achieve your desired results, you must wear custom retainers to prevent your teeth from slowly shifting back to their original position.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clear Aligners
What is SureSmile clear aligner therapy?
SureSmile clear aligner therapy is an orthodontic treatment using custom-made, virtually invisible plastic aligners to straighten teeth. At Ateeth Dental Care in Reston, VA, Dr. Sri uses advanced 3D imaging and CBCT scanning to create personalized aligners that gradually shift teeth into proper alignment without metal brackets or wires.
What dental problems can clear aligners fix?
Clear aligners can correct a wide range of orthodontic issues including crooked or misaligned teeth, overcrowded teeth, gaps between teeth, overbites and underbites, and crossbites and open bites.
How long do I need to wear clear aligners each day?
For optimal results, you should wear your SureSmile aligners 20-22 hours per day. You only remove them for eating, drinking anything other than water, brushing, and flossing.
How often do I change to a new set of aligners?
Most patients switch to a new set of aligners approximately every two weeks. Each new aligner continues the gradual movement of your teeth toward their final positions.
Are clear aligners more comfortable than traditional braces?
Yes. Clear aligners are made from smooth, BPA-free plastic material that eliminates the discomfort of metal brackets, wires, and the mouth sores they often cause. The removable design also makes eating and oral hygiene significantly easier.
Will I need to wear a retainer after clear aligner treatment?
Yes. After completing your clear aligner treatment, you'll wear custom retainers to maintain your results and prevent teeth from shifting back to their original positions.
Our Philosophy of Holistic Dental Care
At Ateeth Dental Care, we believe the mouth is the gateway to the body, and your teeth are not just accessories but essential organs that are critical to your overall health and well-being. Our approach goes beyond simply caring for your smile; we focus on the holistic connection between your oral and overall health to ensure you receive the most comprehensive and conservative care possible. Dr. Sri and her team strive to provide you and your family with care that not only meets but goes above and beyond your expectations!
Clear Aligner Therapy
Near Me in Reston, VA
If you’d like to learn more about straightening your teeth and enhancing your smile with SureSmile clear aligners, contact Ateeth Dental Care today! Dr. Sri and her dedicated team will help you get on track to the smile of your dreams. Call (571) 446-4060 to schedule an appointment or book one online today!