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Are you considering options to straighten your smile? Are traditional, metal-wire braces unappealing to you? If so, ClearCorrect might be an appropriate solution for straightening your smile. ClearCorrect, an alternative to traditional braces, involves a series of clear aligners used to straighten teeth over the course of treatment. Similar to other invisible braces, such as Invisalign, ClearCorrect straightens your teeth gradually with custom-made, removable, clear aligners. After the treatment is complete, your smile will be restored to your desired appearance. The Treatment Plan The ClearCorrect treatment plan involves four phases of aligner therapy, which requires a new set of aligners each phase that are worn for a three-week period. These aligners are designed to be worn all the time, except when eating and drinking, or while brushing and flossing. ClearCorrect aligners are aesthetically pleasing, making them barely noticeable and allowing you to go about your daily routine without anyone noticing you are undergoing treatment. After each phase, you will notice a difference in your smile as your teeth slowly begin to adjust and align to your desired smile. Frequent checkups with your dentist are required, as this will help evaluate your progress and so that you can receive your next set of aligners. The sequence for ClearCorrect will continue until you have achieved your new, anticipated smile. For moderate to advanced cases of orthodontic issues, ClearCorrect utilizes a 32 step treatment plan that is delivered in eight phases. Many patients do not require all 32 steps; rather with minor cases 12 steps are often required in three phases. Only your dentist can determine if ClearCorrect is an appropriate treatment for your orthodontic condition. Candidates for ClearCorrect ClearCorrect is currently suitable to straighten the smiles of adults and teenagers with mild to moderate conditions. ClearCorrect can be used to treat the following: • Crowded teeth
• Spacing between teeth
• Overbites
• Underbites
• Crooked or turned teeth In cases where ClearCorrect is not suitable for certain misalignment cases, or complex bite problems, traditional braces can be used. Whether you are at work or, out with friends, ClearCorrect fits your life perfectly, without altering your lifestyle. The more you wear your aligners, the faster you will see appropriate results. ClearCorrect was designed to fit effortlessly into your life. Your aligners are easy to put in and take out when needed. Unlike traditional braces, you can show off your smile while you straighten your teeth with ClearCorrect. If you are ready to take the next step to getting a straighter smile, speak with your Richmond dentist and find out if you are a good candidate for ClearCorrect. You'll see results faster and less painfully than with traditional braces, and no one will even notice you are receiving treatment.
Sean Hartmen writes for leading cosmetic dentist in Richmond, Dr. Robert Steadman. Since graduating from the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry, Dr. Steadman has been in private practice for 20 years. He has also taught part-time at MCV Dental School, lectured statewide, and written articles for dental journals on topics such as Clear Correct in Richmond.
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