What is Teeth Straightening: How Does it Work?

Do you ever wish you had straighter teeth? Do you want to finally feel comfortable and confident when smiling? Dr. Nathan G. Dustin is your go-to dentist when it comes to general dentistry including teeth straightening. Fortunately, Columbia River Dentistry is now conveniently available in three locations: Portland, Vancouver, and Gresham.

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At Columbia River Dentistry , you have a couple of options for teeth straightening. Besides the traditional braces, our dental office offers patients with ClearCorrect Aligners and Invisalign options. Depending on your condition and preferences, Dr. Nathan G. Dustin will work with you to figure out what works best for you in the long run.

To get a better understanding of these options, please read the following:

What is Invisalign?

Unlike the more traditional braces and retainers, Invisalign is a virtually invisible method of straightening your teeth. You will be fitted with removable, see-through aligners that have been specifically crafted to your teeth.

How does Invisalign work?

Each aligner shifts your teeth slightly, moving them horizontally and vertically and even rotating them when needed. Your aligners are engineered to use the right amount of force in the right place at the right time.

Every week you will change these aligners and your teeth gradually moves into position.

What is ClearCorrect?

Similar to Invisalign, ClearCorrect is a clear aligner system used to straighten teeth as an alternative to traditional braces. ClearCorrect straightens teeth using a series of clear, custom-made, removable aligners that gradually move teeth a little bit at a time, eventually correcting the teeth and smile to elicit a new, revitalized look.

How does it work?

ClearCorrect treatment involves four phases of aligner therapy. Each phase requires a new set of aligners that are worn for a three-week period. The time between each phase allows for control and flexibility. ClearCorrect aligners are worn all the time, except when eating and drinking, or while brushing and flossing.

You should see noticeable results slowly as your teeth are adjusting and aligning to your desired smile.

Both Invisalign and ClearCorrect have many advantages and are great options to choose when wanting to straighten your teeth. With both options, you are able to easily brush and floss your teeth, as well as eat and drink normally. If you are ready to fix your teeth and feel confident in your smile, contact our dental offices today! Dr. Nathan G Dustin and our dental team will be happy to get you to the smile you want.