ORTHO Clear Aligners
Features and Benefits
1. Aesthetic Appeal
SureSmile aligners are made from clear, nearly invisible materials, making them an attractive option for adults and teens seeking to straighten their teeth with minimal visible hardware.
2. Precise Digital Planning
The treatment process begins with digital scans or impressions of the patient’s teeth, which are used to create a customized, digital treatment plan. This allows for precise control over tooth movements and predictable results.
3. Customized Fit
Each set of aligners is tailor-made to fit snugly over your teeth, ensuring comfort and stability throughout treatment. The aligners are designed to gradually shift teeth into the desired position through a series of carefully engineered movements.
4. Comfort and Convenience
SureSmile aligners are smooth and comfortable, free from brackets and wires that can cause irritation. They are removable, allowing for easy eating, oral hygiene, and maintaining your usual diet without restrictions.
5. Shorter and Efficient Treatment
With the help of advanced digital technology, SureSmile treatments can often be completed more efficiently than traditional braces, sometimes reducing overall treatment time.
6. Removable for Special Occasions
Patients can remove the aligners for important events, photos, or meals, making them a flexible option that fits seamlessly into daily life.
Backed by Dentsply Sirona, the world’s largest diversified manufacturer of professional dental products, SureSmile® has a proven track record of helping doctors deliver healthy smiles.
Retainers (Hawley and Essix)
Retainers are orthodontic appliances used after braces or other orthodontic treatments to maintain the corrected position of teeth and prevent them from shifting back to their original alignment. The two most common types are Hawley retainers and Essix retainers, each with distinct designs and advantages.
Feature
Hawley Retainer
Essix Retainer
Material
Metal wire + acrylic
Transparent plastic
Visibility
More visible
Virtually invisible
Adjustability
Adjustable by an orthodontist
Non-adjustable
Durability
Very durable
Less durable, prone to cracking if mishandled
Comfort
Slightly bulkier
Slim and comfortable
Maintenance
Easy to clean with brushing
Easy to clean, removable for cleaning
Essix Retainers
Features and Benefits:
Aesthetic Appeal
Their transparent design makes them virtually undetectable, enhancing patient confidence.
Comfort
The smooth plastic surface feels gentle against the gums and tongue.
Ease of Use
Easy to insert and remove, facilitating good oral hygiene and convenience.
Lower Profile
Less bulky than Hawley retainers, making them more comfortable for prolonged wear.
Hawley Retainers
Features and Benefits:
Adjustability
The metal wire can be adjusted by an orthodontist to make minor corrections if necessary.
Durability
Made from durable materials, Hawley retainers are long-lasting when properly cared for.
Reparability
If damaged, they can often be repaired or reshaped without replacing entirely.
Visibility
The metal wires are noticeable, making them more visible than some other options, but they are still typically considered discreet.
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