Clear Aligners – Wilmington, IL

What is Clear Aligners® Treatment?

Clear Aligners clear aligners are created from a digital scan of the patient’s teeth. Approximately every one to two weeks you will change out the aligners allowing for your teeth to subtly shift into place without the need for braces. Clear Aligners custom trays can easily be removed, allowing you to eat and drink whatever you please; along with being able to brush and floss without working around brackets.

How does the Clear Aligners system work?

Your custom trays will be created using a BPA-free plastic. Each set of trays will gently shift your teeth a little bit at a time. For the best results, we encourage our patients to wear their aligner trays for a minimum of 22 hours each day.

What happens during appointments?

During your first appointment, our highly trained staffed will take photos, x-rays, and conduct a thorough dental exam. We will use this information to create a 3D model of your teeth and create your custom treatment plan. This treatment plan will show how your teeth will adjust over time, allowing you to see the projected result before beginning treatment. This plan will determine the frequency of visits, how often you need to switch aligner trays, and how long your treatment will last. At your next appointment, we will give you the custom-made aligner trays and review the proper way to care for them. Most patients only need to see us every other month to monitor tooth movement to ensure they are on track. Most treatments last nine to twenty-four months.

Am I a candidate for Clear Aligners treatment?

Both adults and teens are candidates for Clear Aligners treatment, and our teen aligners have a blue compliance indicator, so parents are assured they are being worn for the recommended hours. You will never feel self-conscious about your smile again while straightening your teeth. Even the most complicated cases can now be done with Clear Aligners clear aligners. Our Doctors have undergone additional training to be able to handle difficult cases. We are committed to achieving the results you are seeking while matching your lifestyle.

What is Clear Aligners treatment for Teens?

Clear Aligners Teen is a clear aligner system providing a nearly invisible way of straightening teeth using clear, removable aligners that are custom-made specifically for your teen’s teeth. These aligners replace the wires, brackets, and bands that traditional braces use.

How does the Clear Aligners system work?

Clear Aligners Teen is every bit as effective as traditional braces for most common teeth-straightening cases, but only when worn the recommended 22 hours a day, every day. Many parents worry that compliance will be an issue, but a clinical study showed that teens wear their aligners more responsibly than most adults! If you’re still not convinced, we’ve got you covered: each Clear Aligners Teen aligner has a blue indicator that will fade over time when used as directed. This allows both doctors and parents to track the patient’s progress and compliance.

What happens during appointments?

During your first appointment, our highly trained staffed will take photos, x-rays and conduct a thorough dental exam. We will use this information to create a 3D model of your teeth and create your custom treatment plan. This treatment plan will show how your teeth will adjust over time, allowing you to see the projected result before beginning treatment. This plan will also determine how often we will see you in our dental office, how often you need to switch aligner trays, and how long your treatment will last. At your next appointment, we will give you the custom-made aligner trays and review the proper way to care for them. Most patients only need to see us every other month to monitor your teeth and ensure they are tracking; and most treatments last nine to twenty-four months.

Is my child a candidate for Clear Aligners Teen?

Clear Aligners Teen can successfully treat most mild to moderate cases of underbite, overbite, overcrowding, and gaps between the teeth. Our teen aligners have a blue compliance indicator, so parents are assured they are being worn for the recommended hours. Even the most complicated cases can now be done with Clear Aligners Teen. Our Doctors have undergone additional training to be able to handle difficult cases with Clear Aligners to provide you options that were not possible before. We are committed to achieving the results you are seeking that fits your lifestyle!

Understanding the Cost of Clear Aligners

The cost of Clear Aligners in Wilmington is not the same for every patient. Each treatment plan is customized according to the needs of the individual, which means the number of aligners, the severity of the dental problem, and the duration of treatment are all factored into the overall cost of care. At Grand Dental – Wilmington, our team thoroughly explains the process and expected price before allowing our administrative experts to discuss available payment options.

Clear Aligners FAQs

Unlike traditional metal braces that are often uncomfortable to wear and post a problem when attempting to eat certain foods, Clear Aligners in Wilmington offers patients a viable alternative. Although popular among all age groups, there are still many questions that remain. Knowing how to care for aligners, what to do if one is lost, and if Clear Aligners is possible after wearing regular braces as a teenager are all questions we are here to provide the answers to. Review the information below and contact us to learn more about clear aligners.