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How SureSmile Clear Aligners Work

SureSmile clear aligners are custom-made with the help of digital impressions that we capture in-house. These scans combine to form a single three-dimensional model that provides a blueprint for more accurate and comfortable aligners. Delivered as a series of trays that you will wear over time, each one replicates the shape of your teeth at various stages of treatment. With gentle pressure that is continuously applied, your pearly whites will shift, creating a more perfectly aligned smile.

Each set of aligners must be worn for 20-22 hours a day, and you’ll be required to wear new aligners every 1-2 weeks based on the specific needs of your case.

The Benefits of SureSmile Clear Aligners

Although traditional metal braces are still commonly used by many dental professionals, they do not provide the same kind of benefits as SureSmile clear aligners. Some of the most common advantages you can expect should you choose this type of orthodontic treatment include:

• A more discreet aesthetic so that you can resume day-to-day responsibilities without shining a spotlight on your orthodontic treatment.
• Greater flexibility because you just need to remove your trays to eat the foods you love.
• No food restrictions, so you can freely enjoy nutrient-rich meals and snacks without fear of damaging your oral appliance.
• Easy to maintain aligners that require no additional products or instruments to keep them clean.
• Faster results than those achieved by metal braces (i.e., 6-18 months instead of 2-3 years).
• Improved comfort because of the smooth plastic as opposed to bulky and protruding metal brackets that irritate your gums, cheeks, and tongue.

Are SureSmile Clear Aligners the Same as Invisalign Clear Aligners?

While there are some similarities between SureSmile and Invisalign clear aligners, the two treatment options are different in many ways. Dr. Kelly can provide both kinds of orthodontics and will be happy to discuss which option is right for you during an initial consultation.

But before you arrive for this appointment, we’ve broken down a few of the differences between the two clear aligner systems:

• SureSmile aligners are thinner than Invisalign, making them less bulky.
• Dentists who offer SureSmile can capture impressions with any 3D scanner, while Invisalign scans must be obtained with an iTero scanner.
• SureSmile can produce results in as little as six months, whereas Invisalign’s shortest timeframe is about 12 months.
• SureSmile may be slightly more affordable than Invisalign, but this is dependent on various factors associated with each case.