How do Clear Aligners work?

It starts by Dr. Danielle taking a scan, kind of like a video, of your teeth.  That has replaced impression material as it is digital and very accurate.  Dr. Danielle fabricates a digital plan online with 3m.  Once Dr. Danielle has approved the aligners, they are 3D printed and shipped to our office.  The number of aligners range from as few as 12 to about 70.  In our office some people will have attachments or buttons added to their teeth.  These are small bumps of white composite and are bonded to your teeth.  Attachments increase the effectiveness of the aligners, but may not be necessary.  Since they are often elective, we can remove them.  After that, every 2 weeks you put in a new aligner.

Digital plan for trays

What do the aligners look like?

They are hard to see when on.  The aligners are designed to move your teeth in small steps to the desired final position.  Each aligner is precisely calibrated and manufactured to fit your mouth at each stage of the treatment plan.

What are attachments?

Small composite bondings added to some teeth that help the aligners move the teeth more effectively.  They are optional.

Will I talk funny when wearing my aligners?

For a short time you will talk funny with your aligners in.  Fortunately, you can remove them whenever you want, so if you have a speech to give you’ll be fine!

Do I take my aligners out to sleep?

No, because you want to wear the aligners as much as possible.

Do I wear the aligners when I eat?

No, because eating with aligners in can damage or stain them.

How do you clean your teeth with clear aligners?

You will remove the aligners when brushing and flossing.

How much does this cost in Wheaton?

The cost in our Wheaton office is not set at one level, because the extent of your treatment depends on the severity of your case.  As a result of various factors the cost will fall in the $5-7,000 range.  Although, if you have dental insurance you may have orthodontic coverage, which will decrease your out of pocket cost.

Wheaton aligner Teen – by orthodontist Dr. Danielle

If you have a teenager who does not want to deal with metal or clear braces, then we have a solution for you – Aligner Teen!   It is the same series of CLEAR/REMOVABLE aligners that gradually move your teeth to the desired position as prescribed by Dr. Danielle Bauer.   Due to advances in technology aligners can often deliver the exact same results as braces.

Perhaps you are trying to decide between braces or aligners, then let us help guide  you!  We can decide together which is best for you!

Since you are interested in Wheaton clear aligners or looking for a Wheaton orthodontist, why not give us a call?