We see many patients in our Tampa office who really want a better smile, but just don’t want to go through the ordeal of wearing metal braces. The good news is that today there are much easier teeth straightening options that are less invasive, more affordable, and provide faster results.
Traditional Orthodontic Treatment is Not the Only Option
When it comes to wearing braces, a lot of us think of traditional orthodontic treatment, which involves metal braces and a lot of wires. Today, metal braces are not the only option when it comes to correcting teeth alignment. A new generation of braces for teeth straightening uses more comfortable and aesthetically pleasing materials. Clear dental aligners offer another alternative for fixing teeth alignment.
There are many differences between braces and aligners, but both involve applying pressure to the teeth over time to correct teeth alignment. Teeth alignment through traditional orthodontic treatment with metal braces can take years to complete. Dental aligners are a more desirable option for patients who are candidates because treatment does not take nearly as long. Dental aligners are also clear and less noticeable, as well as more comfortable to wear.
Weninger Dentistry helps Tampa patients achieve their best smiles with affordable and effective treatment options. Our teeth straightening approaches have been successful for a wide range of patients, providing desired results without the discomfort and expense of more traditional methods.
Not sure if you’re a candidate for braces or aligners? Learn more about the best options for you, here.
Weninger Offers Easy & Affordable Teeth Straightening Options
SmileShare™
SmileShare has been an excellent teeth straightening option for many of our Tampa patients. The SmileShare approach to straightening teeth involves a custom-made series of dental aligners created just for you. These aligner trays are made of smooth, comfortable and nearly invisible plastic that is worn over your teeth. Your teeth gradually and gently shift into place as you wear the dental aligners, which are replaced approximately every two weeks, until your treatment is complete. There are no metal brackets or no wires to tighten, so you will not experience the discomfort associated with braces. You’ll achieve a great smile with little interference in your daily life, and most people won’t even know you’re straightening your teeth.
Six Month Smiles®
Six Month Smiles has also been a popular option chosen by our Tampa patients. Six Month Smiles applies the effective aspects of bracing using modified treatment and materials to provide a common-sense, cosmetic solution that fits your lifestyle. Average treatment time is only six months and has been shown to provide a very predictable final result. While treatment is in progress, Six Month Smiles Lucid-Lok® clear brackets and tooth-colored wires are barely visible. The overall shorter orthodontic treatment times increase patient comfort. Learn more about Six Month Smiles®.
The clear brackets shown in these photos is the Six Month Smiles®.
If you are ready to improve your smile with teeth straightening, contact our Tampa office for an appointment to discuss the best treatment to meet your needs.