If you’re an adult, especially one who works in a professional setting, traditional braces may seem like a dreadful orthodontics option. While modern metal braces are sleeker than in the past, they still change the way you look and talk. They also draw attention to your imperfect smile (the thing you’re paying to fix!) which can make you feel even more insecure. 

Thankfully, there are other options. Dr. Abbey J. Lee, dentist in Grant Park, offers two types of modern orthodontics options: Invisalign® and Six Month Smiles®. These modern orthodontic treatments can straighten crooked teeth, close gaps, and help align your jaws more discreetly than traditional braces with obvious brackets and wires. 

To learn if you are a suitable candidate for clear aligners or clear braces, schedule an appointment with Dr. Lee today!

About Invisalign

Invisalign clear aligners are the most commonly known brand of orthodontic aligners. In 1997, two Stanford University students invented the clear aligners system and eventually patented the product. In 1999, they launched Align Technology, the company behind the Invisalign brand, and took complete control of the market. They had no competition until 2017 when the patents began to expire. 

Though the clear aligner market is highly competitive today, Invisalign remains extremely popular because of its name, long history, reliability, and effectiveness. 

Here are a few qualities that set Invisalign clear aligners apart: 

• Made from SmartTrack® Material: This material makes the aligners more comfortable, easier to take off, and makes treatment more predictable. 
• Uses SmartForce Attachments®: These are tooth-colored shapes that act like handles to give the aligners something to push on. The attachments are barely noticeable, allow the aligners to make complex tooth movements, and help the aligners apply the right amount of force. 
• Face-to-Face Care: Invisalign connects and trains doctors to use their products properly, while other clear aligner systems simply ship products to the patient’s house. Invisalign dentists use iTero technology to provide the most accurate images and create the most effective treatment plans. 

About Six Month Smiles

Six Month Smiles uses clear brackets and tooth-colored wires to straighten teeth. With most braces and clear aligners, the typical treatment time is about 18 months. Six Month Smiles’ average treatment time ranges between 4-9 months. These braces are designed for patients with crooked, spaced, or misaligned teeth. Using proven techniques and materials, these braces are safe, comfortable, and provide quick results. 

Here’s how Six Month Smiles clear braces are better than traditional metal braces: 

• More affordable: Shorter treatment time means fewer dental appointments, which equals lower out-of-pocket costs for you! 
• Faster results: You’ll achieve a straighter smile than you would with traditional braces or Invisalign clear aligners. 
• Discreet appearance: Traditional braces are bulky and obvious. These are sleek and low-profile. 

Orthodontics in Grant Park

If you’re searching for a dentist who uses the latest technology to create a more comfortable and beneficial experience for her patients, meet Dr. Lee! Our dental practice is known for having a spa-like atmosphere, and we are always looking to serve our patients better by offering the latest advancements in dentistry. 

To learn if Invisalign or Six Month Smiles is right for you, contact us today at 404.328.7177.