How long traditional braces take to straighten teeth depends on the complexity of the case. This is typically around 18 months to 3 years.
While effective, they often require frequent visits to the orthodontist for adjustments and come with dietary restrictions due to the brackets and wires.
For many people, clear aligners have become an increasingly popular alternative. Not only are they more convenient, they also typically offer faster results than traditional metal braces.
What are clear aligners?
Clear aligners are custom-made, transparent trays designed to straighten teeth gradually.
Unlike traditional metal braces, clear aligners are removable. This allows you to eat, drink, and brush your teeth without restrictions.
Each aligner in the series, typically changed every two weeks, applies gentle pressure to shift your teeth closer to their final positions.
Aligners should be worn for at least 22 hours each day to ensure maximum effectiveness.
How long does clear aligner treatment take?
The duration of clear aligner treatment depends on several factors, such as the complexity of your case and your compliance with wearing the aligners.
For many individuals with mild misalignment, treatment can be completed in just a few months.
However, more complex cases, such as severe crowding or bite issues, may take a bit longer. On average, most clear aligner treatments can be completed within 12 months.
Get faster results with Smilelign
When it comes to clear aligners, Smilelign offers several key advantages that make it a quicker and more effective option.
With Smilelign, almost all cases are completed within 12 months. However, many mild cases can be completed within 6 months, with some even taking as little as 12 weeks!
One of the main reasons Smilelign can offer quicker results is its ability to move teeth more effectively.
Smilelign aligners are able to move teeth by up to 0.3mm with each aligner, a greater movement compared to many other aligner brands. This means that Smilelign can achieve faster progress with fewer aligners.
How does Smilelign Clear Aligner treatment work?
The Smilelign process is designed to be straightforward, ensuring a smooth and easy experience from start to finish.
Step 1: Meet your Smilelign dentist
Your first step is to book a consultation with your nearest Smilelign dentist. During this appointment, your dentist will evaluate your dental health and discuss your goals for treatment. They will take detailed impressions or 3D scans of your teeth to send to the Smilelign team.
Step 2: Let the Smilelign team work their magic
Once our skilled dental technicians have received your impressions, they’ll assess your current smile and map out the journey your teeth will take using specialised software.
Step 3: The finer details
At your follow-up appointment, your dentist will review your treatment plan with you. This includes details such as the expected duration of treatment, the number of aligners required, and the cost of treatment.
Step 4: Start your treatment!
Once you decide you want to go ahead with treatment, the Smilelign team will produce your aligners which you can then collect from your dentist. Then, your treatment will be underway!
Ready to get straighter teeth?
Clear aligner treatment with Smilelign offers a fast, comfortable, and effective way to achieve your ideal smile.
Whether you’re looking to correct mild misalignment or more complex dental issues, Smilelign provides a personalised treatment plan that’s tailored to your needs.
Contact your nearest Smilelign provider to take the first step towards a straighter, more confident smile!
