Clear Aligners

Here at North Haven Dentists we offer clear aligners, which are an effective alternative to traditional braces. We’ve found that some of our patients greatly appreciate this orthodontic option versus traditional braces.

How Do Clear Aligners Work?

Using gradual force clear aligners gently move teeth into alignment without the use of metal wires or brackets. Clear aligners are made with very strong plastic material that is fabricated specifically to fit the patient’s teeth. As treatment progresses the patient switches aligners. Each aligner is slightly different than the aligner before it. In this way the teeth are moved a little with each aligner. It is recommended that the patient wear his or her aligner for twenty hours each day. New aligners are switched out approximately every two weeks.

What Are The Advantages Of Clear Aligners?

For our patients who want a straighter smile but do not want to wear metal bracket braces, or for patients who have had braces but want to make minor corrections to their smile, clear aligners are a fantastic option. They’re extremely simple to keep clean, which makes it easier to maintain healthy gums and teeth. They are less likely to irritate gums and cheeks. They prevent wear and tear on your teeth from tooth grinding. And they are removable, which allows the patient to brush and floss after each meal.

Invisalign

Invisalign uses a series of soft, plastic aligners that fit comfortably over your teeth to gradually and gently straighten your smile. No wires or brackets to irritate your mouth!

Unlike traditional braces, you can remove your Invisalign aligner during your oral hygiene routines and while eating your favorite meals! Brushing and flossing is not complicated and you don’t have to give up any of the foods you love. With Invisalign® clear aligners, your treatment is tailored to you. Innovative technology combines with a personalized treatment plan to make custom clear aligners for creating your new smile.

As pioneers in the field of aligner development and technology, the folks at Align Technology, Inc. gather data from millions of treated smiles to design treatment systems that:

• Are more advanced, faster, and comfortable than other options in care.
• Able to address a broad spectrum of malocclusions("bad bites") and teeth alignment issues.
• Allow more precise planning and control of multiple types of tooth movement.

Custom-made to the exact specifications of your smile, Invisalign clear aligners are designed to incrementally move your teeth into their correct positions over time. Simply swap-out last week's aligner for the next one in the series and watch as your smile progressively shows signs of improvement.

And, because Invisalign clear aligners are removable for short periods of time, you can still enjoy the foods you love as well as brush and floss your teeth with ease!

Not every general dentist provides cosmetic dental services. Some general dentists are not interested in providing these specialized services or they may not have received the proper training. In addition to having additional training, Dr. Aruri has a keen eye and talent for creating fantastic-looking smiles. Here at North Haven Dentists, we pride ourselves in helping our patients, friends, community, and families feel confident about their smiles.

Invisalign For Teens

Does your teenager need orthodontic treatment but dread spending their high school years as a “brace face”? They already have enough on their plate without having to feel anxiety over their smiles, which is why Invisalign is the perfect solution. With Invisalign, they can get the beautiful, healthy aligned smile they deserve without any brackets and wires.

Aside from stealthily straightening smiles, Invisalign has several advantages over traditional braces. Because they are removable, there’s no banned foods list! Your teen will be free to enjoy all their favourite treats without worrying that it could compromise their orthodontic treatment, and they can brush and floss normally instead of having to clean around all that hardware. As an added advantage for parents, each Invisalign Teen aligner has a blue indicator that fades over time if your teen is wearing them as often as directed, so you can make sure they’re staying on track with their treatment!

What Are My Next Steps For Clear Aligner Therapy?

If you live in North Haven Connecticut, give us a call. In a short conversation and consultation, we can answer all of your questions about how Clear Aligner Therapy can help you start feeling great about your smile.