Clear Aligners
What Are Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners are a modern, virtually invisible orthodontic system used to gradually straighten teeth without the use of traditional metal brackets and wires. At Gil Dental Clinic, Dr. Yeendy Gil offers this revolutionary treatment to help adults and teens achieve a perfectly aligned smile discreetly. Finding an innovative dentist in Hialeah, FL allows you to correct your bite with incredible convenience. As your modern Hialeah dental office, we map out your exact tooth movements digitally to ensure a comfortable and highly predictable transformation.
Benefits Of Clear Aligners
Choosing clear aligner therapy over traditional braces offers massive lifestyle benefits while effectively correcting your smile:
VIRTUALLY INVISIBLE APPEARANCE
Crafted from crystal clear, medical grade plastic, the aligners are nearly undetectable when worn. You can smile, speak, and attend professional meetings without anyone noticing you are undergoing orthodontic treatment.
UNMATCHED DAILY COMFORT
Unlike metal braces that can poke and irritate the inside of your cheeks, clear aligners feature smooth edges that are custom trimmed to follow your exact gum line for supreme comfort.
REMOVABLE FOR EATING AND CLEANING
There are zero dietary restrictions. You simply remove your aligners to eat your favorite crunchy or sticky foods, and take them out to brush and floss your teeth normally, ensuring flawless oral hygiene.
PREDICTABLE AND EFFICIENT MOVEMENT
Because your entire treatment is planned digitally from day one, tooth movements are highly precise, often resulting in shorter overall treatment times compared to seeking traditional bracket care from a standard orthodontist in Hialeah.
What Can You Expect During A Clear Aligners Treatment?
Your journey to straight teeth is entirely driven by advanced 3D technology and precision planning:
3D DIGITAL SCANNING AND MAPPING
We eliminate messy putty impressions by using a high speed digital scanner to create a flawless 3D model of your mouth. Dr. Yeendy Gil then uses specialized software to map out the exact path every single tooth will take.
CUSTOM TRAY FABRICATION
Based on our digital plan, a series of custom made, clear plastic trays is fabricated specifically for you. Each tray is slightly different, designed to apply gentle pressure to specific teeth at specific times.
PROGRESSIVE TRAY PROGRESSION
You will wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day and switch to a new set every one to two weeks. We will schedule regular checkups to ensure your teeth are moving comfortably and progressing as planned.
Our Approach To Clear Aligners
Frequently Asked
Questions
How long does treatment with clear aligners take?
Treatment times vary based on the complexity of your crowding or spacing issues, but most adult cases are completed within 12 to 18 months. You will start seeing noticeable improvements in just a few weeks.
Do clear aligners hurt?
You may experience a feeling of tightness or mild pressure for the first day or two after switching to a new set of aligner trays. This is completely normal and is a sign that the aligners are successfully moving your teeth.
Can I drink coffee while wearing my aligners?
You should only drink cool water while your aligners are in your mouth. Hot beverages like coffee can warp the plastic, and dark liquids can easily stain the clear material, compromising their invisibility.
What happens if I lose one of my aligner trays?
If you lose a tray, contact our office immediately. Depending on where you are in your wear cycle, we may advise you to move forward to the next tray in the series or temporarily step back to your previous one while we order a replacement.
Will I need to wear a retainer after my treatment is finished?
Yes, wearing a retainer is essential after any orthodontic treatment. Once your teeth are perfectly straight, we will provide a custom clear retainer to wear at night to prevent your teeth from naturally shifting back to their original positions.
How long does treatment with clear aligners take?
Treatment times vary based on the complexity of your crowding or spacing issues, but most adult cases are completed within 12 to 18 months. You will start seeing noticeable improvements in just a few weeks.