Clear Aligners
Are you exploring clear aligner treatment? Learn more about clear aligner treatment offered at Normandy Lake Dentistry.
Clear Aligners in Jacksonville, Orange Park, & Starke, FL
Normandy Lake Dentistry offers invisible, painless, and hassle-free teeth straightening with clear aligners. These modern orthodontic trays are custom-designed to fit your teeth perfectly, gently guiding them into their ideal positions over time. Each set of aligners is carefully crafted to help you achieve your unique smile goals, all while prioritizing your comfort.
Unlike traditional metal braces, clear aligners are smooth, removable, and nearly invisible, allowing you to continue enjoying your favorite foods and maintain your regular brushing and flossing routine without interruption. No brackets, no wires, no frequent tightening appointments.
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How do Clear Aligners work?
Clear aligners are a convenient alternative to traditional braces. They’re removable, almost transparent, and made using a special material that’s more efficient and more comfortable than metal.
At Normandy Lake Dentistry, we utilize an advanced intraoral scanner to create quick, painless, and precise impressions, resulting in better-fitting trays and a faster start to your treatment. This 3D scanning technology helps create a personalized aligner system that gently moves your teeth into position, stage by stage. The clear aligner fits over your teeth like a glove, applying gentle pressure on each tooth to gradually straighten them over time.
Throughout your treatment, you’ll switch out aligners weekly or as directed by your dentist. Each new set applies light, controlled pressure to gradually shift your teeth, providing noticeable progress that you can see and feel. Before you know it, you’ll have the beautiful, confident smile you’ve always wanted—all without the hassle of traditional braces.
What conditions benefit from orthodontic aligner treatment?
Overbite
Most people have a slight overbite. But when your front upper teeth significantly cover your lower teeth, you’re at higher risk for injury, pain while chewing, and speech problems.
Underbite
An underbite can cause problems with chewing and digestion and increased wear and tear on your front teeth.
Crossbite
A crossbite isn’t just a cosmetic issue. Misaligned teeth can cause pain and increase the likelihood of tooth decay.
Gap Teeth
Gap teeth can cause pockets to form between the teeth and gums where food gets stuck. This causes sore and tender gums and even leads to gum disease.
Open Bite
An open bite can cause problems chewing, increased wear and tear on back teeth, and speech problems.
Crowded Teeth
Crowded teeth are difficult to brush and floss. Plaque accumulation in inaccessible areas can cause tooth decay, bleeding gums or bone loss.
Ask the Expert...
A discussion about Clear Aligners with Dr. Lee
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How long does the process take?
The length of treatment depends on the plan you put together with your dentist. Each week, you’ll swap out a new set of aligners, but the total number of weeks can vary depending on the extent of treatment. Ask your dentist how long your treatment is likely to take.
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Do clear aligners hurt?
Clear aligners don’t hurt, but you may feel some mild pressure or tenderness, especially when you first start wearing a new set. That’s actually a good sign. It means your teeth are gently shifting into position.
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Should I get clear aligners or braces?
Clear Aligners are designed for individuals seeking a more discreet orthodontic treatment option. Traditional braces use metal brackets and wires that are pretty noticeable. Braces are affixed to the teeth so they cannot be removed until the end of treatment. Clear aligners can be removed while you’re eating or brushing your teeth. This provides a broader range of food options, resulting in a much more comfortable experience. Your dentist or orthodontist can help you determine whether clear aligners or braces are a better option for you, based on your unique situation.
What are you waiting for?
If you have any questions about treatment or would like to schedule a consultation, please reach out to our office.
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