{"id":185,"date":"2019-07-29T20:51:43","date_gmt":"2019-07-29T20:51:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/?p=185"},"modified":"2019-08-19T20:52:00","modified_gmt":"2019-08-19T20:52:00","slug":"clearcorrect-orthodontist-in-kittanning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/2019\/07\/29\/clearcorrect-orthodontist-in-kittanning\/","title":{"rendered":"Should You Ask Your Orthodontist in Kittanning for ClearCorrect?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/clearcorrect.jpg\" alt=\"ClearCorrect Before and After\" class=\"wp-image-186\" width=\"220\" height=\"247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/clearcorrect.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/clearcorrect-267x300.jpg 267w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 220px) 100vw, 220px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many parents have\ntheir children wear braces to ensure they grow up with beautiful grins, but\nwhat if an adult wants to make such changes to their own mouths? If you\u2019re\ntrying to maintain a professional image or a healthy social life, unsightly\nmetal brackets and wires might be less than helpful. Luckily, for many patients,\nan <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/orthodontics.html\">orthodontist<\/a> in Kittanning may be able to offer an alternative: ClearCorrect. Learn\nmore about this treatment \u2013 and who can use it in order to enhance a smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is ClearCorrect?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ClearCorrect is sometimes referred to as \u201cclear braces.\u201d\nYou\u2019ll receive several plastic aligner trays; each one is designed to make\nsmall adjustments to the position of your teeth. The aligners need to be worn\nfor at least 22 hours a day, but you can take them out in order to eat and\nbrush. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A big advantage of ClearCorrect is that your appearance is\nvastly improved compared to metal braces; most people won\u2019t even notice that\nyou\u2019re wearing the trays. Other advantages include increased comfort, a lack of\ndiet limitations, and more efficient treatment (meaning you won\u2019t need to visit\nthe orthodontist or dentist in Kittanning as often as you would with\ntraditional braces).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Can Get ClearCorrect?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Clear braces are usually intended for adults and teenagers\nwho worry about their image. Oftentimes, children aren\u2019t good candidates\nbecause they lack the discipline to keep their aligners in their mouths for the\nrequisite amount of time; there\u2019s also the risk of forgetting to put the trays\nback in after meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, whether or not an individual can get ClearCorrect\ndepends on the type and severity of the orthodontic issues that need to be\ntreated. Examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Overbite and Underbite:\n     <\/strong>The front teeth don\u2019t line up; the upper jaw is either too far ahead\n     or too far behind the lower jaw.<\/li><li><strong>Overcrowding:<\/strong> If\n     the teeth are too large compared to the mouth, they may not fit properly\n     and can bunch up, overlap and twist.<\/li><li><strong>Crooked Teeth:<\/strong>\n     Sometimes teeth won\u2019t come in correctly or can drift into open space.<\/li><li><strong>Gaps Between Teeth:<\/strong>\n     Naturally, this is a sign that the teeth are too far apart.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All of these problems can lead to additional dental health\nissues, such as an increased risk of tooth decay; as such, ClearCorrect can\nimprove your oral health along with your smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, that doesn\u2019t mean clear braces will work in every\ncase; sometimes traditional orthodontics are the best option for extensive\ncorrections. Your orthodontist can evaluate the current state of your oral\nhealth and help you decide whether ClearCorrect is right for you. Make sure\nyou\u2019re clear about what you want to accomplish with the treatment, and don\u2019t be\nafraid to voice any questions or concerns! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Ray Voller loves helping families in Kittanning and has a particular interest in using orthodontics to correct misaligned teeth. His practice, Voller Dentistry, offers ClearCorrect alongside traditional braces. If you or your child needs a straighter smile, you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Voller by visiting his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by calling (724) 543-4948. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many parents have their children wear braces to ensure they grow up with beautiful grins, but what if an adult wants to make such changes to their own mouths? If you\u2019re trying to maintain a professional image or a healthy social life, unsightly metal brackets and wires might be less than helpful. 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