Why Choose Jacksonville Complete Dentistry For ClearCorrect?
- Always custom-fitted for each patient
- Effectively straightens the teeth without metal brackets & wires
- Easily removable
How ClearCorrect Works
ClearCorrect uses the same orthodontic principles as traditional metal braces, with the big difference being that it relies on clear plastic aligners instead of visible hardware to improve the alignment of your bite. To create your series of aligners, we will take impressions, x-rays, and photographs of your teeth and surrounding oral structures. This information is sent to the ClearCorrect lab, where the trays are created from sturdy plastic.
You can begin treatment as soon as you receive the aligners. Simply wear each set for one to two weeks, depending on our recommendation, before switching to the next in the series. Wear the aligners for 20 to 22 hours each day, removing them only to brush, floss, eat and drink, as well as for limited special events. After about one year on average, the treatment is complete — and you will be ready to flash your most confident, beautiful smile!
Indications For ClearCorrect
Crowded Teeth
Overcrowded and overlapped teeth can negatively impact the look, health, and function of your smile, which is why many dentists encourage their patients to pursue orthodontic treatment. With ClearCorrect, our talented team can discreetly guide your teeth into their properly aligned positions!Gaps Between Teeth
Sometimes, patients love the gap between their two front teeth. Other times, it’s a feature that makes them self-conscious. If you’re a part of the latter group, then talk to our Jacksonville dentists about ClearCorrect. With the clear aligners, you’ll see the gap (or gaps) close before your eyes!Bite Alignment
In addition to overcrowded and spaced-out teeth, ClearCorrect can fix overbites, underbites, and crossbites! So, if you need to improve the position of your teeth and the alignment of your bite, don’t worry – that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to wear metal brackets and wires.The Benefits Of ClearCorrect
We’ve touched on how discreet the clear aligners are a few times so far. Although noteworthy, that’s not the only benefit of this innovative orthodontic treatment! In addition to being virtually undetectable, ClearCorrect:
- Has an average treatment timeline of only 12-18 months.
- Doesn’t come with any dietary restrictions.
- Is considerably more comfortable than traditional braces.
- Has fewer check-in visits.
- Doesn’t require any changes to your oral hygiene regimen.
How To Care For Your Aligners
To advance through your treatment without any delays, it is important that you take proper care of your ClearCorrect trays. Make sure you rinse them after you take them out and before re-inserting them to prevent bacteria buildup that causes bad breath, cavities, and gum disease. Store the trays in their hard, ventilated case anytime you are not using them to keep them safe from damage and being thrown in the trash (it happens more than you might think). Clean your ClearCorrect trays with the special ClearCorrect cleanser or hand soap at least once a day — and never expose them to warm or hot water, which could cause the plastic to warp.
If you do damage one of your ClearCorrect trays, do not hesitate to contact your dentist for prompt repair or replacement. Sometimes you can go ahead and advance to the next aligner in the series, but you will need your dentist’s input first.
How Much Does ClearCorrect Cost?
The price of ClearCorrect varies. That’s why we need to see you for a consultation in order to provide you with an accurate estimate of the cost! After taking X-rays and conducting an exam, we will have valuable information, like the severity of your misalignment and how many trays you need. Then, we can get to work on creating your custom treatment plan and review all of the financial solutions we offer, including flexible financing. We will also go over all of the treatment guidelines to help you stay on-track with your treatment plan.
ClearCorrect FAQs
To avoid losing or damaging an aligner, the best thing you can do is to keep them in a protective case when you are not wearing them (i.e., while eating or drinking). However, should you discover that one of your clear aligners is broken, damaged, or you’ve lost one, make sure to keep the previous set. Why? Because once you alert us to the situation, you will need to come in and see your dentist in Jacksonville. Once we take a look, you can either return to wearing your previous set while a new aligner is created for you, or you can move forward to the next set depending on where you are in your treatment.
While most dental insurance companies do cover a portion of orthodontic treatment, many have stipulations as to which type of orthodontic fixtures are covered. You will need to discuss your level of coverage with your insurance company or have a member of our team work on your behalf. No matter if your insurer agrees to cover a portion of your treatment or none at all, we can work to identify alternative methods of payment to help you stay within your budget while getting the care you need.
Yes, when you are finished with Invisalign, you will need to wear a retainer. Why? Because your teeth will want to shift back into their original position. To keep this from happening and undoing all the progress you’ve made, a retainer will hold your teeth in place. In the beginning, it may be necessary for you to wear it all the time; however, after several months, we may be able to instruct you to wear your retainer only at night while you are sleeping.