Clear Aligners – Columbus

Discreet Treatment – Straighter Teeth!

Are you happy with your smile when you look in the mirror? If the answer is “no” due to crowded, crooked, or otherwise misaligned teeth, we can help! You don’t need to endure a mouthful of metal brackets and wires either. At Columbus Dental Arts, we offer clear aligners to help our patients achieve beautifully straight smiles they are proud to show off. To learn more about clear aligner treatment or to schedule a consultation, give us a call!

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Why Choose Columbus Dental Arts for Clear Aligners?

  • Dentist with 30+ Years of Experience
  • We Welcome Dental Insurance
  • Virtually Invisible Aligners for Discreet Treatment

How Clear Aligners Work

Woman putting in clear aligners

Instead of using metal brackets and wires to straighten your smile, we use a series of clear aligners to slowly shift your teeth to their new places. You will wear each set for about two weeks before moving onto the next set. Over the course of your treatment, your teeth will gradually move to their aligned locations. Unlike traditional braces, you don’t need to have anything tightened throughout the treatment process, but you will still need to attend appointments from time to time to ensure that everything is moving as expected.

Who Clear Aligners Can Help

Woman getting clear aligners

Clear aligners can address various misalignment issues. Here are some of the most common ones that our patients seek treatment for.

Crowded Teeth

For teeth that are crowded and overlapped, clear aligners are an excellent solution. The aligners apply gentle pressure to different parts of the teeth to slowly shift them into a more aligned position. This helps to prevent dental issues from developing later on.

Gaps Between Teeth

When teeth are too far apar, gaps are visible. Having spaces can take away from the appearance of your teeth and put you at higher risk of oral health issues and tooth damage since food debris and plaque become trapped more easily. Clear aligners can shift your teeth to be the ideal distance apart.

Bite Alignment

If your bite is misaligned, you can develop numerous issues, like temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) and bruxism (teeth clenching and grinding). Clear aligners are effective at fixing overbites, underbites, crossbites, and more.

The Benefits of Clear Aligners

Teeth brushing a clear aligner

Here are some of the exciting benefits that clear aligners can offer.

  • Comfort: No brackets and wires mean that you are much less likely to experience soft-tissue irritation. Occasional soreness is normal, but it shouldn’t last long and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
  • No Dietary Restrictions: Once you remove your aligners beforehand and brush and floss before putting them back in your mouth, you can enjoy any food that you want.
  • Discreet: Clear aligners are very difficult to detect. It’s unlikely that anyone will notice that you are wearing them.

How Much Do Clear Aligners Cost?

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Many factors go into the cost of your orthodontic treatment, including how old you are, the complexity of your misalignment, and how committed to wearing your aligners you are. We will discuss the cost of your treatment in detail during your consultation so you will know exactly what to expect. We will also go over your payment options, including dental insurance and payment plans. This way, we can figure out the best way to work your treatment into your budget.