ClearCorrect – Rock Hill, SC

How ClearCorrect Works

ClearCorrect works by using a customized sequence of clear aligners to gradually shift a patient’s teeth into healthier and more visually pleasing positions. Each pair of aligners is designed to be worn for 7 to 14 days, and each set picks up the treatment where the last one left off. The patient must wear their aligners for at least 22 hours each day to keep their treatment on track, and the average treatment time is 12 to 18 months. By the time the process is over, the patient will be left with a beautifully well-aligned smile.

Who Can ClearCorrect Help?

ClearCorrect can resolve many mild and moderate cases of malocclusion. So, if you are ready to pursue your dream smile with clear, comfortable aligners, take the next step: schedule a consultation with us so we can determine if you’re a good candidate! You’re also welcome to read on to learn a little more about the orthodontic problems the clear aligners are used to correct.

Crowded Teeth

Crowding can make teeth less visually pleasing, harder to clean, easier to injure, and more vulnerable to decay. For all of those reasons, we don’t recommend taking the “wait and see” approach. Instead, come to our office so we can explore your treatment options, like ClearCorrect. If we determine that you’re a good candidate, then we can use the clear aligners to guide your teeth into proper alignment, reducing your risk of dental wear, infections, and injuries in the process.

Gaps Between Teeth

Gaps between teeth can be unsightly. Not only that, but they can accumulate food debris and leave the gum tissue more vulnerable to injury. Fortunately, ClearCorrect can gradually bring your teeth closer together with clear, custom-made, and comfortable aligners. The final result? A smile that’s considerably healthier and even more beautiful.

Overbite

Alignment issues, like overbites, can lead to a range of issues, including oral injuries, infections, speech difficulties, jaw pain, backaches, headaches, and neck pain. Although there was once a time when traditional braces were the only option, there’s now another solution: ClearCorrect. If we determine that you’re a good candidate, then we can use the clear aligners to address these conditions, allowing you to chew easily, speak clearly, and smile confidently again.

Underbite

If your lower teeth sit in front of your upper ones, then you know just how difficult it can be to chew properly and enunciate clearly. Many patients with this orthodontic problem also struggle with low self-esteem, which is another reason we recommend scheduling an appointment. From there, we can determine if ClearCorrect is an option and, if it is, create a custom treatment plan.

Crossbite

ClearCorrect can fix crowded teeth, gapped teeth, overbites, and crossbites. So, if some of your upper teeth sit in front of your lower ones, don’t just assume that metal braces are your only option. If your case isn’t too severe, then we can guide your teeth and bite into proper alignment with a series of custom trays (often in just 12-18 months, too!).

Open Bite

If there is a space between your upper and lower teeth that’s preventing you from biting down all the way, then you likely have an open bite. Fortunately, ClearCorrect has proven to be an effective solution for patients with mild to moderate cases. So, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with us to see if you’re a good candidate for clear aligners!

The Benefits of ClearCorrect

ClearCorrect offers a variety of impressive benefits that traditional orthodontic treatments cannot match. This easy, comfortable, and effective method can straighten out a patient’s smile without conspicuous metal appliances or frustrating dietary restrictions, and it can usually be completed much more quickly than traditional braces. Here’s quick look at a few of the incredible advantages of realigning your smile with ClearCorrect, but please contact our office in Rock Hill if you have any questions.

Improved Comfort

ClearCorrect trays are smooth, which means that they do not have any pointy metal parts that can irritate your cheeks, lips, or other soft tissues. If a patient experiences discomfort during ClearCorrect treatment, it is usually a minor sense of tightness around their teeth when they switch to a new set of aligners, and it will usually go away after about a day. However, this discomfort can usually be addressed with over-the-counter pain medication.

Discreet Trays

ClearCorrect clear aligners are virtually invisible when worn, which makes the treatment an ideal orthodontic method for image-conscious professionals or students concerned about maintaining a stylish appearance. ClearCorrect can also be excellent for those anticipating a special event such as a wedding or a graduation. However, the patient will have to practice excellent oral hygiene during treatment to ensure that their clear aligners do not develop unsightly stains.

Easier Dental Hygiene

Since ClearCorrect clear aligners can be easily removed at any time, you’ll be able to take them out and practice your oral hygiene routine normally. Since it’s easy to clean your teeth during ClearCorrect treatment, patients who practice excellent oral hygiene may be less likely to develop oral infections than traditional orthodontic patients.

Quick Follow-Ups

ClearCorrect checkups typically take only fifteen to thirty minutes, and they mostly serve to allow your dentist to make sure your treatment is on track and provide you with more aligners when necessary. Since these visits do not involve treatments for your appliance such as tightening, they are generally much more comfortable than checkups required for traditional braces.

Boosted Confidence

ClearCorrect trays are virtually invisible when worn, so you won’t have to worry about casual observers noticing them during your orthodontic process. This can make it much easier to keep up with a professional appearance at work or maintain a stylish look for social gatherings. These discreet appliances can also make the patient more willing to smile frequently, which can help them stay in a positive mood while leaving favorable first impressions.

Non-Invasive Treatment

ClearCorrect requires fewer alterations to the patient’s lifestyle than traditional braces. They will be able to continue brushing and flossing normally as well as enjoying all the foods they love during treatment. Since the appliances are incredibly discreet, they won’t show up in photographs, so the patient will be able to smile proudly during special events. The briefer checkups and average treatment times also make ClearCorrect a great choice for those with busy schedules at school or work.

How Much Does ClearCorrect Cost?

Since each ClearCorrect treatment is tailored to the patient’s needs, the cost of one can differ significantly from another. Our dentist will take many factors into account when designing your treatment plan, and the overall price of ClearCorrect will be based on their recommendations. It’s not possible to give a proper cost estimate for your treatment before our team has evaluated your teeth, so please schedule a consultation at our Rock Hill office if you’d like to know more. At this appointment, our team will be happy to explain the cost of your treatment and help you understand what your insurance will cover as well as your financing options.