If you’re hoping for a more beautiful smile by Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s Day, there is hope! Six Month Smiles® is a cosmetic dentistry treatment that offers clear braces and clear aligners to patients over the age of sixteen who have crooked, gapped, or misaligned teeth. 

Dr. Abbey Lee, dentist in Atlanta, GA, offers Six Months Smiles to those who qualify. To learn if this faster way to straighter teeth is right for you, call today and schedule an initial consultation! 

Continue reading to learn about the benefits of straight teeth and how Six Month Smiles works. 

Why Straight Teeth Are Important

Having straight teeth is not only important for aesthetic reasons but also for overall oral health. Crooked teeth can lead to a variety of dental issues, like cavities, gum disease, and tooth loss that may require costly and timely treatment. Crooked or crowded teeth also inhibit proper digestion. Gapped teeth can make it difficult to speak properly. 

Here are more reasons why having straight teeth is crucial:

1. Better oral hygiene: Straight teeth are easier to clean since there are no overlapping or tight spaces where food particles and plaque can accumulate. Proper oral hygiene is crucial in preventing tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath.

2. Improved speech: Malocclusion, or misaligned teeth, can affect one’s speech and pronunciation. Straight teeth can improve speech and make it easier to communicate with others.

3. Reduced risk of tooth injury: Protruding teeth are more prone to breaks and chips. Straight teeth are less likely to incur injuries since they are properly aligned within the jaw.

4. Better overall health: Poor oral health has been linked to several health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory infections. Straight teeth can reduce the risk of oral health problems, which in turn can improve overall health.

5. Increased confidence: A straight and healthy smile can boost self-esteem and confidence. People with straight teeth are more likely to smile and feel good about their appearance.

How Six Month Smiles Works

Six Month Smiles is a great option for adults who want to improve their smile but don’t want to wear traditional metal braces for years.

The treatment involves clear aligners or clear braces and tooth-colored wires that are barely visible. They are custom-made to fit each patient’s teeth and are designed to move the teeth into the desired position gradually. Six Month Smiles uses minimal force to move the teeth, which makes it a comfortable and safe option.

The treatment focuses on the front teeth, which are most visible when you smile. This means that the treatment time is shorter than traditional braces, which aim to straighten all teeth. The treatment process begins with a consultation with Dr. Lee who will assess your dental health and determine if Six Month Smiles is the right treatment for you. 

Once you decide to go ahead with the treatment, she will take impressions of your teeth and create a customized plan for your treatment.

During the treatment, you will visit our office every few weeks to adjust the braces and monitor the progress of your treatment. Treatment may take between four and nine months but the average treatment time is six months. Once complete, the braces will be removed, and you will be left with a beautiful, straight smile.

Get started today! 

Take the first step toward a healthier and more beautiful smile today. Call our Grant Park dentist at (404) 328-7177 to schedule an initial consultation and learn if Six Month Smiles is an option for you.