Clear Aligners are a viable alternative for many people and are growing in popularity with adults as well as teens looking to straighten and improve their smile.
Eat the foods you love, brush and floss your teeth as you have always done and still end up with a fantastic smile!
Are you looking for an alternative to unsightly braces?
Eat the foods you love, brush and floss your teeth as you have always done and still end up with a fantastic smile!
During the consultation, you and your doctor will discuss your case in detail to determine if you’re the right candidate for clear aligners. This will also be your opportunity to ask any questions about the treatment options, costs, dental/orthodontic insurance, or any other concerns.
Your doctor will take x-rays, pictures and impressions of your teeth. From these images, your doctor will map out a precise treatment plan, including the exact movements of your teeth, and tell you the approximate length of treatment. Using the same technology, your doctor will be able to show you a virtual representation of how your teeth will move with each stage of treatment. While every case is unique to each patient, treatment typically takes approximately a year for adults. For teens, the length of treatments is comparable to that of braces.
Based on your individual treatment plan, a series of custom-made, clear aligners is then created specifically for you. These aligners are made of a smooth, comfortable, BPA-free plastic that won’t irritate your cheeks, and gums like traditional metal braces often do. Simply wear them throughout the day and remove them when you eat or to brush and floss your teeth. As you wear each set of aligners, your teeth gently and gradually begin to shift into place. And because they’re virtually invisible, most people won’t even notice you’re wearing them.
Approximately every two weeks, you will begin wearing a new set of aligners, advancing you to the next stage of your treatment. To monitor your progress, you will also have occasional check-ups with your doctor, usually only every six weeks or so. For best results and a timely outcome, you should wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours per day, throughout your entire treatment. At every stage, you will be able to see how much closer you are to having the smile that reflects the real you.
Congratulations! This is the time when you celebrate. You have reached the end of treatment, and you will be smiling more than ever. Once your treatment is complete, protect the beautiful new smile you have invested in. Ask your dentist if you will need retainers to keep your teeth in their new position.
Clear Aligners cost much the same as normal braces, in a range from around $5,000 – $8,000. As with other medical treatments, only your dentist can determine the actual cost based on your specific needs and will work with you to customise your individual plan. In some cases, complex treatment needs may result in costs that exceed the range above. Many Health Funds plans cover some of the cost of treatment; you would need to verify with your own health cover. Payment finance can be discussed with our treatment co-ordinator.
If you’re ready for to tidy up your smile or have any questions please get in contact.
SmileStyler® is an Australian-based and owned company. As it is based in Melbourne, our dentists are easily able to coordinate with their technicians to ensure your goals for your smile are met. The aligners are also made in Melbourne, so there is no delay in manufacturing or shipping your aligners – we can get you started on the road to a beautiful smile quicker than you expect!
Designed to fit conveniently with your lifestyle, the SmileStyler® treatment process is easy to understand. In order to get your SmileStyler® process started, our dentists will meet with you for a consultation. Here, we will find out if SmileStyler® is suitable for you. We will provide you with a quote and if you would like to proceed, we will begin the SmileStyler® process. SmileStyler® is 100% digital, so there’s no need to worry about uncomfortable and bad-tasting physical impressions. We will use a 3D intraoral scanner to create 3D digital images of your teeth, which will be used to design your perfect smile. We will also require a series of x-rays and photographs. Prior to starting any orthodontic treatment, it is important to ensure that your teeth and gums are in excellent health and all outstanding treatment has been completed. An appointment with our hygiene team for a clean is also advised if this has not been recently completed.
Once we have your digital records, SmileStyler® and our dentists will create an orthodontic treatment plan just for you. This is known as the design phase, and it will entail the exact movements of your teeth and the duration of your treatment.
Once you and our dentists approve your treatment plan, SmileStyler® will manufacture your custom-made clear aligners and deliver your first ‘phase’ of aligners straight to us.
SmileStyler’s aligners are typically worn for 2 weeks at a time. You may even have the option to fast-track your treatment by taking advantage of the vPro5 vibrational device – shortening your treatment by up to 50%!
Another thing that separates SmileStyler® from the crowd is the fact that they treat in ‘Phases’. Each phase is constructed of 6 aligners – at the 5th aligner, you will have a new 3D scan taken to not only allow our dentists to check in with the movement of your teeth, but also to ensure that the aligners are as accurate as possible, making the treatment predictable and efficient, avoiding unforeseen costs and delays in your treatment.
After completing all your phases, you’re ready to show off your beautiful new smile! We will provide you with a set of retainers to maintain your results.
If you’re ready for to tidy up your smile or have any questions please get in contact.
Get in touch with us and our friendly team members will answer any questions you have.