{"id":193,"date":"2019-08-17T20:19:24","date_gmt":"2019-08-17T20:19:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/?p=193"},"modified":"2019-09-26T20:19:45","modified_gmt":"2019-09-26T20:19:45","slug":"orthodontist-in-kittanning-clearcorrect-or-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/17\/orthodontist-in-kittanning-clearcorrect-or-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"ClearCorrect or Braces: Making the Right Choice for a Better Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Think you\u2019re too old\nto do anything about crooked teeth or a misaligned bite? Think again! Nowadays,\nadults make up a quarter of all orthodontic<\/a> patients.\nBut what kind of treatment will you get? Many prefer see-through ClearCorrect\naligners for several reasons, but there are cases where traditional metal\nbraces will still be the best option. Here are the pros and cons that your\ndentist or orthodontist in Kittanning will consider before putting you on the\npath towards an improved smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Pros and Cons of ClearCorrect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

ClearCorrect aligners are clear, plastic trays that slowly\nmove the teeth over time. You\u2019ll receive multiple aligners, and each one will\nusually be worn for about two weeks at a time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most obvious advantage of ClearCorrect aligners is that\nthey\u2019re a lot less noticeable than metal braces; many people won\u2019t even notice\nthat you\u2019re wearing them unless they already know what to look for.\nFurthermore, the aligners are removable, meaning you can eat whatever you want\nand will have a much easier time brushing and flossing as you normally would.\nCompared to braces, ClearCorrect usually has a shorter treatment time (usually\n8 to 18 months) and requires fewer orthodontal appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, despite their convenience, there are only so many\nkinds of orthodontic problems that ClearCorrect aligners can address. While\nthey can fix crooked teeth, small gaps and bite problems, they may not be able\nto help with particularly severe or complex dental issues. Also, the aligners\nneed to be worn at least 22 hours a day; if you forget to put them back in\nafter meals, it could extend treatment time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pros and Cons of Traditional Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Traditional metal braces are a well-known solution for\nstraightening smiles and fixing bite problems. The brackets and wires apply\nconstant, gentle pressure to the teeth to bring them into alignment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Braces remain one of the most effective orthodontic\nsolutions available; they can be used in a variety of complex cases and can make\nmuch more extensive changes. Because they\u2019re fixed in the mouth, you won\u2019t have\nto worry about losing them or taking them out to clean them.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are some downsides to braces as well. You won\u2019t be\nable to eat particularly hard or sticky foods (such as popcorn or gum) that can\ndamage the brackets, and you\u2019ll need visit your orthodontist or dentist in\nKittanning frequently for adjustments. Also, in some cases you might need to\nwear braces for 2 to 3 years before achieving the desired results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which One to Choose?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll have to talk to your dentist or orthodontist about\nthe changes you want to make before you can make a decision between\nClearCorrect and braces. Some cases might require a traditional approach, but\nclear aligners can be a much more convenient and aesthetically pleasing option\nwhen available. Make the right choice so that you can create a smile that\nyou\u2019ll be happy to see in the mirror every day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Ray Voller has been practicing in Kittanning since 1980.\nHe\u2019s received a Mastership award from the Academy of General Dentistry and\nreceived a certification in orthodontics from the United States Dental\nInstitute. He\u2019s well-experienced in using ClearCorrect and braces to make all\nkinds of orthodontic improvements. To schedule an appointment at his practice,\nVoller Dentistry, visit his website<\/a>\nor call (724) 543-4948.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Think you\u2019re too old to do anything about crooked teeth or a misaligned bite? Think again! Nowadays, adults make up a quarter of all orthodontic patients. But what kind of treatment will you get? Many prefer see-through ClearCorrect aligners for several reasons, but there are cases where traditional metal braces will still be the best […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-193","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/193","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=193"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/193\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":195,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/193\/revisions\/195"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=193"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=193"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=193"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}