Fall is nearing an end and so is high school football, but your daughter and son are already making plans for the prom coming up in the spring of next year. They have six months to select a formal gown and tuxedo, and to straighten those troublesome teeth that have been bothering them since childhood. Thankfully, your Weatherford dentist has an option to deliver the smile they want by then. Read on to learn about the benefits of Six Month Smiles.
How Do They Work?
Constructed of nickel titanium, Six Month Smiles work quick because they are designed to focus only on the teeth that are visible. However, they still rely on metal and wires like traditional braces.
They use low-force to move teeth more comfortably. And the focus is less on orthodontic mechanics than cosmetic appearance. This is the main reason that they can deliver benefits in six months.
What are the Benefits of a Six Month Smile?
Usually, the thought of braces involves dread and hesitation, especially for high school students who are ultra-conscious of their images. The six-month braces offer several advantages that are breaking the rules for previously conceived limitations.
- Shorter Time – Traditional braces can require up to 5 years of wearing bulky, metal braces that make it hard to eat with and clean. By targeting attention to the visible teeth only, Six Month Smile braces are able to drastically reduce the normal timeframe
- Discretion – Although they use metal like traditional braces, Six Month Smile clear braces are more discreet and draw less unwanted attention to the mouth because of their bone-colored appearance.
- Cost Effectiveness – This route is more affordable because of using less material and requiring less adjustments.
- Comfort – The low-force movement is more comfortable than traditional braces because the procedure is more cosmetically driven, focusing on visible teeth only.
- Less Chance of Root Resorption – Root resorption is the shortening of the roots and the permanent loss of tooth structure that can occur with traditional braces. There is less chance of this with Six Month Smile due to its less abrupt process of straightening teeth.
What Happens After the Six Month Period?
After the final adjustment is achieved, a retainer is worn just as with traditional braces, and your dentist has different options available for yout to choose from. They include removable and bonded retainers.
Protect Your Smile
After finally getting the smile you desire, be sure to protect it by remembering to brush and floss your teeth at least twice daily. Also, make sure to schedule regular six-month appointments for cleaning and examination.
About the Author
Dr. Tom Novak graduated with honors from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry in 1991, and then served five years in the U.S. Naval Dental Corps, earning “Top Doc” honors. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Fort Worth District Dental Society, and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. He practices at Thomas J. Novak DDS. For more information on his services he welcomes you to “Contact us!” through his website.