Using clear aligners, or clear braces, is a great way for adults to straighten their teeth from home. Instead of spending a lot of time at the dental office with metal bracket-and-wire braces, patients can change out their trays in the privacy of their own homes. Let’s look at several reasons why patients love clear braces and the results they can achieve using them!

1. Appearance. Clear aligners are a popular choice for our patients at Tooth Architect Dental Care who want to straighten their teeth discreetly. Unlike traditional metal braces, which are highly noticeable and sometimes even considered unattractive with their metal brackets and wires, clear aligners are virtually invisible. This allows men and women to feel more confident while they are straightening their teeth.
2. Comfort. Traditional metal braces utilize brackets and wires that cause discomfort and irritation in the mouth. On the other hand, clear aligners are fabricated using smooth plastic material that is custom-made to fit each patient’s unique dental structure. This makes them much more comfortable to wear compared to traditional braces.
3. Convenience. One of the biggest advantages of clear aligners is that they can be removed for eating, brushing, and flossing the teeth. This means that our patients can continue enjoying their favorite foods without worrying about damage to their braces or struggling with proper oral hygiene. Additionally, clear aligners are nearly invisible when worn, making them a more discreet treatment option.
4. Maintenance. With more traditional braces, patients must visit Dr. Shiva Talebi regularly to adjust and maintain the brackets and wires. However, with clear aligners, patients only need to change out the trays every one to two weeks in the comfort of their own homes. This saves time and eliminates frequent visits to the office.
5. Shorter treatment time. Clear aligners have often been shown to straighten teeth faster than traditional braces. This is because they are custom-made to fit each patient’s teeth and can apply gentle and consistent pressure to move the teeth into place.
6. Improved oral hygiene. Traditional braces can be difficult to properly brush and floss around the metal brackets and wires, leading to an increased risk of plaque build-up and tooth decay. On the other hand, clear aligners are removable, allowing for easy maintenance of oral hygiene habits.

Connect with Dr. Talebi and her team to learn more about clear braces for adults and teenagers!

If you are a resident of the Sandy Springs, GA, area and want to speak to a professional about straightening teeth at home, we invite you to contact Tooth Architect Dental Care to discuss your needs. The office is located at 6667 Vernon Woods Drive NE, Suite B30, and is open to new and established patients in the area. Call (404) 666-8066 today to request a visit.

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