SureSmile Clear Aligners – Hoover, AL
A Clear Option for Straightening Your Grin
Are you looking for a way to correct your misaligned teeth for the sake of your appearance and your oral health? If so, you may have already looked into getting clear aligners. You have likely heard of Invisalign, but it’s important to know that it’s not the only option. At Moulton Dentistry of Hoover, we’re proud to offer SureSmile clear aligners as an Invisalign alternative! Please give us a call if you’re ready to begin the process of creating a beautifully straight smile with SureSmile in Hoover.
Why Choose Moulton Dentistry of Hoover for SureSmile Clear Aligners?
- Completely Personalized Clear Aligners
- Dentist That Takes His Time with You
- Team That Forms Deep Relationships with Patients
How SureSmile Works
At the beginning of your SureSmile treatment, you’ll receive a number of clear aligners made out of special plastic. Each aligner is made to gradually change the position of your teeth via gentle pressure. After about two weeks of wearing the same aligners, you’ll switch to the next set. This process is repeated until your smile has reached its proper alignment.
Since the aligners are transparent and sit flush against the teeth, most people won’t notice them unless they see you take them out or put them in. And like with any type of clear aligner, you can take SureSmile out for meals, so your diet will not be restricted during your treatment.
Benefits of SureSmile Clear Aligners
You might know that you’re ready to say goodbye to crooked or spaced-out teeth, but unsure which orthodontic treatment is right for you. In that case, we recommend reading through a few of the many benefits of SureSmile clear aligners! Below, you will learn exactly why this discreet teeth-straightening treatment is so popular.
Shorter Average Treatment Timelines
If you recently got engaged, you have a big trip next summer, or there is another milestone event in your future, wearing metal brackets and wires for the next two or three years may not be appealing. We have some good news for you: SureSmile treatments are often shorter than traditional braces and other clear aligner brands! When you come in for a consultation, we will provide you with an estimate of your treatment timeline and give you helpful tips on what to do to avoid falling off-track.
Easy Dental Care
With traditional braces, patients often need to use interproximal toothbrushes, pre-threaded floss, and other special oral hygiene tools. That’s not the case with SureSmile! Since there aren’t any brackets or wires to worry about, it will be easier to keep your teeth clean. Not only does this save you time, but it also reduces your risk of common oral health problems, like tooth decay, which would bring your teeth-straightening journey to a temporary stop.
Discreet Aligners
There are several benefits of traditional braces, including the fact that they can correct severe cases of malocclusion. That said, they aren’t the most aesthetically pleasing. For that reason, patients with metal brackets and wires often don’t feel confident smiling until the very end of their orthodontic treatment. Conversely, patients with SureSmile can display their gorgeous grins because there aren’t any dark-colored, noticeable components – the aligners are completely see-through!
No Soft Tissue Irritation
Another drawback of traditional braces is that they aren’t the most comfortable. Don’t worry – SureSmile made improvements in that department as well. Instead of using metal brackets and wires, your teeth are gently guided into their properly aligned positions with a series of clear aligners. Since they are custom-designed for you, they are quite comfortable. In fact, it’s very common for patients to go through their entire orthodontic treatment without experiencing any soft tissue irritation!
Freedom to Eat What You Want
Lastly, SureSmile doesn’t require you to make any changes to your diet. Throughout your teeth-straightening journey, you’ll be able to enjoy all of your favorites without fear of an orthodontic emergency. Of course, if your teeth are a bit sore, you should avoid crunchy, hard, and sticky foods. Similarly, we recommend keeping starchy and sugary snacks to a minimum in an effort to avoid cavities.
SureSmile FAQs
What Does SureSmile Look Like?
SureSmile aligners are constructed from a thin, transparent plastic that makes them very hard to see when you’re wearing them. So long as you keep your aligners clean and in good condition, they’ll be very hard to see while they’re in your mouth.
Some SureSmile patients may need additional attachments, which can be slightly less subtle. However, it should still be hard for someone to tell you’re having dental work done unless you tell them.
How Long Does SureSmile Take?
While everyone’s timeline will look a little bit different, you can expect SureSmile treatment to take anywhere from 12 to 18 months.
This depends on how severe your misalignment actually is and how well you adhere to our guidelines for treatment. And it’s worth noting that, while 18 months may certainly seem like a long time, it’s still several months shorter than traditional braces.
What if My SureSmile Broke?
While SureSmile aligners are made from a clear, durable plastic, it is possible for them to break. If you notice a small hairline fracture, you may still be able to use your tray without any issue; just be careful when removing them and watch carefully for further damage.
In the case of severe breaks, you should let us know that your aligner is no longer usable. We’ll be able to order you a replacement, and will ask you to wear a previous tray until it comes in. In some circumstances, we could also move you up to your next stage of aligners prematurely.
Can You Eat with SureSmile?
One of the nice things about your SureSmile aligners is that they’re removable. This means that you can skirt many of the dietary restrictions associated with orthodontics, as there’s no risk of what you eat affecting your trays.
The trade-off is that you have to make sure to take off your aligners before you eat. Otherwise, you could warp, damage, or stain them.