An ever-increasing number of teens and adults are choosing to wear clear aligners over traditional metal braces. There are many reasons why people have been coming around to this orthodontic treatment option. For instance, the fact that the aligners are transparent, making them virtually invisible, is a big draw. Patients wearing clear aligners also enjoy being able to conveniently take the aligners out when eating, brushing and flossing their teeth. Even though it seems as though clear aligners could work on anybody, this orthodontic treatment option is not always the right treatment for certain patients.

Are You a Candidate for Clear Aligners?

If you are a teen or adult who wants to improve your bite without traditional metal braces, clear aligners may be an option. An examination with Dr. Peralta can help determine whether they fit your treatment needs.

Clear aligners are a good option for teens and adults who wish to correct their bite discreetly. They’re also a good option for patients who want the convenience of not having to worry about food restrictions or problems cleaning their teeth while in orthodontic treatment. Additionally, clear aligners are a good option for professional adults who do not wish to wear visible metal braces.

What Clear Aligners Can’t Do

Clear aligners may not be the best approach for every tooth movement or bite problem. Dr. Peralta will assess the complexity of your case and explain whether another treatment would offer more control. Issues to discuss at your consultation include:

Severely rotated teeth – Teeth that are rotated from their normal position more than 20 degrees and especially molars and lower eyeteeth.

Teeth that are severely tipped – Teeth angled more than 45 degrees from normal

Large spaces between teeth – Cases where all tooth gaps combined total more than 6mm per arch

Other problems – Severe deep overbites, skeletally-based malocclusions and open bites or other cases where the extraction of teeth is required

When you schedule a complimentary consultation with our Seattle, WA orthodontic office, Dr. Peralta will provide you with a thorough examination to determine if you are a candidate for clear aligners. Dr. Peralta is a Burien, WA orthodontist who uses the most current orthodontic technology available. These advancements in technology allow him to cater to your unique needs in the most effective and efficient manner possible.