If you suffer from teeth that are not correctly aligned and you have been looking for an alternative to traditional metal braces, you should consider SureSmile clear aligners offered by Dr. Jonathan Titus at Titus Dentistry in Anderson, Indiana. Below are some facts you should know about SureSmile!

20 to 22 Hours Daily

When it comes to wearing your custom-designed clear aligners, you will need to make sure you are doing so 20 to 22 hours a day to reap the benefits of clear aligner therapy. When you wear your aligners, they exert gentle pressure on your teeth, which helps guide them to their correct alignment. Every few weeks, you will switch to a new set of aligners as your teeth shift and move in your mouth. For this process to properly work, you must wear them 20 to 22 hours a day. Remove them when you eat, when you are brushing and flossing, or when you need to clean them. Outside of that, to receive ideal results, you should be wearing them.

SureSmile is not for Everyone

The SureSmile clear aligner treatment system is excellent for teens and adults seeking to correct minor to moderate misalignment. Other dental issues that SureSmile can correct include underbites, overbites, crowded teeth, and gapped teeth. If you have severe tooth alignment issues or other severe issues, more traditional orthodontics such as braces may be your best bet. It is essential to visit your dentist or orthodontist so they can evaluate your dental situation and recommend the best treatment for you.

Less Painful Than Braces

If you have ever talked to anybody who has had traditional metal braces, you have no doubt heard their discomfort. The initial placement of the braces is often uncomfortable, and any time they are tightened can result in discomfort as well. In addition, the wire can poke you, and the metal brackets can rub your inner lip. You will not need to worry about any of this when choosing SureSmile clear aligner therapy. While there could be some minor discomfort for a day or two after switching to a new set of aligners, that is about all you should expect. There is no metal to worry about, and the plastic the aligners are crafted from provides a comfortable feel.

If you are interested in learning more about SureSmile, please schedule an appointment with Dr. Titus today by calling (765) 358-5868.

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