Clear Aligners in Ann Arbor
Have you been hiding your smile because of crooked teeth? At Wolverine Family Dentistry, we offer invisible braces to straighten your teeth discreetly. Our clear aligners can effectively treat mild to moderate bite issues.
We are proud to serve the residents of Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Saline, and the surrounding areas. You can trust that we will treat you with genuine respect and compassion, regardless of the current condition of your oral health.
You don't have to hide your smile. Our clear aligners can help you achieve the straight smile you've been dreaming of. We are excited to meet you and develop a professional and personal relationship built on trust and quality dental care. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
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What Are Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners are also called invisible braces, and they are an orthodontic treatment that straightens crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth. They consist of a series of removable clear trays that apply gentle pinpoint pressure to shift your teeth into their optimal positions.
This convenient and discreet treatment is used to address mild to moderate bite alignment issues without bulky wires or brackets. Instead, you will wear each set of clear trays for approximately two weeks, then graduate to the next set in the series. Since the treatment relies on consistent pressure to straighten your teeth, it is vital that you wear your clear aligners for about 22 hours each day.
Invisible braces are increasingly popular and effective. However, due to the requirements for successful treatment, we only offer this service to responsible teens and adults.
What Can Invisible Braces Fix?
Clear aligners can effectively treat an array of misalignments. If your teeth are crooked, crowded, or have gaps, then our clear aligners can be used to straighten your teeth and to create even, natural spacing.
Invisible braces can also be used to treat some underbites and overbites by gently positioning the teeth to a more appropriate alignment. Regardless of what bite alignment issues you face, you can trust that our friendly team will provide an honest assessment of your situation and craft a treatment plan to help you achieve your smile goals.
Our Invisible Braces Process
We are passionate about healthy, beautiful smiles, which is why we take the time to create a smile you will love. Our clear aligners treatment begins with a gentle and thorough exam of your teeth, jaws, and gums. We take careful measurements and impressions to develop a full and accurate picture of your oral health situation.
Our friendly team will send the information to a trusted lab here in Michigan that creates your custom aligners. Once your series of clear trays have been created, we will have you visit our office so we can walk you through the treatment guidelines and requirements, demonstrate how to wear and remove your invisible braces, as well as how to safely clean and store them.
You'll be able to conveniently manage most of your treatment in your own home, with occasional visits to our dentists to make sure it's progressing smoothly. Full treatment takes 12-18 months in most cases, and once it's done, we can provide you with a locally-made retainer to preserve the results of your clear braces.
Clear Aligners FAQs
We understand that you will want to know how any service or treatment we recommend works, and that is why we encourage you to ask questions and share your concerns. Our compassionate team is happy to provide the answers you need to make an informed decision regarding your treatment plan. Here are some of the most common questions we receive about invisible braces.
The cost of treatment is determined by a number of things, including the severity of the alignment issue. Our dentists will discuss the potential cost when crafting your personalized treatment plan. We also offer discounts for students who want to straighten their smile with clear aligners.
No. Clear trays are designed to fit snugly and comfortably over your teeth. You may experience some initial pressure or discomfort the first day or two of a new set in your series, but that's normal, and the discomfort will disappear.
No. One of the many reasons clear aligners are popular is that they are removable, which means you won't have to change your diet during treatment. You will be able to enjoy your favorite foods and drinks. Just remove the clear trays before you eat or drink so they will not become discolored or damaged.
Show Off Your Smile with Invisible Braces
If you're hiding your smile because of crowded teeth or a smile that has relapsed after traditional braces, then invisible braces might be the answer you're looking for. At Wolverine Family Dentistry, we offer clear aligners to discreetly address mild to moderate malocclusions. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and find out if clear aligners are right for you.
CALL US: (734) 971-2200 REQUEST APPOINTMENT