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Nolensville Clear Aligners

Clear a Comfortable Path to Your New Smile

With Angel Aligners and Clear Aligners from Dr. McClaran, teens, adults, and children can reach a straight smile without anyone noticing the treatment!

All About Clear Aligners

If you’re not sure that braces are the best option for your lifestyle and you’re looking for something more discreet and versatile, we’re proud to offer Angel Aligners and clear aligners.

These clear aligners are virtually invisible to everyone but the wearer, making them a great option for those looking for more discreet treatment. This treatment is popular at McClaran Orthodontics because the aligners are virtually invisible and easily removed, so you can eat whatever you like.

Your treatment plan will begin with a consultation. Dr. McClaran will examine your mouth and jaw to assess your smile needs. We believe our patients need all of the details to make an educated decision, so we’ll go over your options and discuss what aligner treatment would look like for you.

If clear aligners are right for you, we’ll use a 3D imaging system to take a picture that captures every groove of every tooth. With this picture, Dr. McClaran can create an effective treatment plan that tends to your specific needs.

We’ll also show you a projection of what your dream smile will look like once your clear aligner treatment is complete.

We then take the image and have the aligners printed in a thermoplastic material called SmartTrack designed for your comfort. The aligners should fit snugly over your teeth, and every week until the end of treatment, you’ll receive a new set of aligners that have been slightly adjusted to move your teeth closer to your desired goal.

To make sure everything is going smoothly and shifting properly, you’ll typically need to come into the office every 12 weeks or so.

Advantages of Clear Aligners

Clear aligners provide you with numerous benefits, making it a worthy, effective alternative to traditional braces. Here are some reasons why we and our patients love clear aligners!

Treatment Time

Treatment with clear aligners, on average, can take 12 to 18 months on average, which is similar to traditional braces’ treatment time.

Low Maintenance

It’s very easy to care for your aligners, so long as you make sure to incorporate a few steps into your daily routine to get the best results.

You should always brush your teeth after eating to ensure no food gets stuck or stains your aligners. You should also try to brush your aligner every day with dish soap and lukewarm water.

No Food Restrictions

Unlike braces, you have no food restrictions with clear aligners. You can eat popcorn, gum, chips, and any other food that you are often told to avoid when undergoing orthodontic treatment. Since our aligning trays are removable, you can eat whatever you want!

Invisible

Clear aligners are nearly invisible, so most people won’t even be able to tell that you are undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Practical

Clear aligners require minimal time commitments from patients. As you’ll only have to visit the orthodontist once every twelve weeks for a short check-up.

Improved Oral Hygiene

With McClaran clear aligners, your oral hygiene routine doesn’t have to change! You won’t have to worry about food stuck in brackets or special floss to reach under a wire.

Since you can take your retainers out, you can brush and floss your teeth just as you do now without skipping a beat.

Ideal for Teens

At McClaran Orthodontics, we know that your teen is always on the go and needs an orthodontic treatment that works for their busy lifestyle. Clear aligners are the perfect option for your teen because it allows them the flexibility and freedom to do all the things they want and eat all of the treats they love.

Orthodontic treatment should work for the wearer, and these removable clear aligners can be a welcome addition to any phase of life. Getting the smile of your dreams shouldn’t be difficult, and Dr. McClaran and our highly skilled team are here to make your journey as smooth as possible.

The Clear Aligner for Teen Advantage

Along with being able to eat whatever they want, your teen can enjoy the added benefit of having an orthodontic treatment that’s virtually invisible. No one besides the wearer will be aware that they’re in place, and the aligners can be easily removed for pictures or special events.

With clear aligners, your teen won’t even have to change their oral hygiene routine. When they’re ready to brush and floss their teeth, all they have to do is remove the trays, clean their teeth, and then pop the aligners back in!

The flexibility of clear aligners allow your teen to do all of the things they love without worrying about noticeable appliances or breaking a bracket. They can even wear their aligners while playing their favorite sports, as these clear aligners can act as a sort of mouthguard.

FAQs About Aligners for Teens

How Often Does Your Teen Need to Wear Their Aligners?

Invisalign is an investment, and to honor that investment, we suggest your teen wear their clear aligners for at least 22 hours. For Invisalign to be efficient, it needs to be given the time to shift your teen’s teeth with consistent pressure.

If they leave their aligners out for too long, then there could be unwanted shifting that would delay their dream smile. As an added motivator, Invisalign for Teens comes with compliance indicators that show how often the teen has been wearing their aligners.

These indicators are printed toward the back of the aligners and fade as the patient consistently wears their Invisalign. If the indicator hasn’t faded enough, this may be a sign to our doctor and the patient that they must spend more time in their clear aligners.

Is There Anything My Teen Can’t Eat While Using Clear Aligners?

No! One of our clear aligner's best aspects is that your teen doesn’t have to sacrifice any of their favorite treats. All your teen needs to do is remove your aligners to eat, so no food could affect their treatment’s efficiency.

Your teen also doesn’t have to fear pulling wires or breaking brackets, so they’re free to chew gum and eat popcorn to their heart’s content. Just remind your teen to replace their clear aligners when their done!

How Long Do Clear Aligners Take?

Clear aligner treatment length varies depending on the patient. Every dream smile looks a little different, so the treatments look different as well.

If your teen needs more extensive problems corrected, it may lengthen their time in clear aligners. However, your teen can start seeing results as early as six months in, and many patients finish their treatment within one to two years.

For a more accurate estimate of what your time in clear aligners may look like, schedule a free consultation with us today!

What Happens If My Teen Loses an Aligner?

We know accidents happen, so you have no need to worry! If your teen accidentally throws away their aligners at lunch or forgets it at their friend’s house, just let us know right away.

The sooner you tell us, the sooner we can either get you a replacement or have you go to your next aligner. We don’t want any unwanted shifting to occur while your teen is without their clear aligners, so we will need to get them a new set right away.

However, if your teen is already close to getting a new set of aligners anyway, we may decide that it’s fine to wait for their new pair at the two-week mark. Either way, we have you covered!

How Much Are Clear Aligners for Teens?

The price of clear aligners varies from patient to patient, depending on how long your teen will need to be in treatment. If they need more extensive correcting, it may lengthen their time in treatment and increase the cost.

While clear aligners are an investment, we work to keep costs down so that quality orthodontic treatment is accessible to all of our community. We partner with insurance providers and have created a variety of flexible financing plans so that your teen can have the smile of their dreams without costing you an arm and a leg.

Designed for Little Smiles

Now kids in Nolensville and the surrounding areas can get comfortable and clear results with clear aligner treatment at McClaran Orthodontics.

About Invisalign First

In 2018, Invisalign released a clear aligner system designed for patients ages 7 – 10 years old called Invisalign First or Invisalign First Phase.

Dr. McClaran can use Invisalign clear aligners to create predictable results and positive experience for your child while addressing their unique needs.

Invisalign First at our Nolensville office can help treat:

Aesthetic alignment
A bad bite
Arch development
Crowding
Preserving space for unerupted permanent teeth

While the mouth is still forming, it can be easier to make these shifts and adjustments that have a lasting impact.

How Is Invisalign First Different Than Invisalign for Adults?

One of the biggest concerns parents have when considering Invisalign First for their kids is that they won’t wear the aligners.

However, if your child will wear them consistently, clear aligners can work even better on children than adults. Children are typically more adaptable to change, and many get used to the feeling of the aligners more quickly than older patients.

Invisalign is so comfortable that many times children will forget they’re wearing them. For maximum efficiency, we suggest your child wears their aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours per day.

The Benefits of Invisalign for Children

Invisalign has quickly become a patient favorite because it allows patients freedom and flexibility. Clear aligners only have to be worn 20 to 22 hours per day, which allows your child a few hours of freedom each day to eat whatever they want or play they favorite sport.

The aligners are also easily removable, so your child can enjoy all of their favorite treats without worrying about breaking a bracket or pulling a wire loose.

The lack of brackets and wires also eliminates the possibility of having to come in for an emergency appointment because of poking wires or damaged brackets. We know that children can play hard, so one less item they have to worry about breaking is good for them and you.

One of the best parts about Invisalign First for kids is that it simplifies their oral healthcare routine. They don’t have to maneuver around any metal to keep their smile nice and clean.

It can be a challenge for children to keep their mouth as clean as it needs to be when they have an appliance in the way. Food particles can hide behind brackets and lead to unwanted results such as tooth decay.

Your child can easily remove the clear aligners so they can brush and floss as they normally would.

How Should My Child Care for Their
Invisalign Aligners?

Caring for aligners is so simple that your child can do it all by themselves! Just have them brush their teeth as they normally would and then brush their aligners before replacing them in their mouths.

To do this, all they need to do is take their toothbrush and warm water to clean out any bacteria before they put them back on their clean teeth.

Can My Child Still Participate in Sports?

Yes! Your child can enjoy all the sports they love while in Invisalign. The aligner itself acts as a kind of mouthguard, but if your kid decides they’d rather play without their Invisalign, they can easily remove it.

If they do decide to play without their aligners, it’s important they remember to replace them as soon as their game or practice is finished so no unwanted shifting occurs.

General Questions About Clear Aligners

How Do I Care for My Clear Aligners?

Caring for your clear aligners is easy! All you need to do is maintain your current oral healthcare routine of brushing at least twice a day and flossing often.

After you finish brushing your teeth, use your toothbrush and warm water to scrub away any harmful bacteria from your aligners. This way, your aligners don’t hold any nasty passengers when you place them into your clean mouth.

How Much Do Clear Aligners Cost?

The cost of clear aligners varies depending on the extent of your issues being corrected and your total time spent in the clear aligners. The more problems that need attention, the greater the possibility you’ll need to remain in treatment for longer.

However, we’ll work with your insurance provider to help decrease out-of-pocket costs for your clear aligners. We also provide a variety of flexible financing plans so that all payments are manageable for our patients. We believe great oral health should be accessible to all, so our team works to dampen the costs of this great investment into a better quality of life.

How Will Clear Aligners Affect My Lifestyle?

Clear Aligners won’t affect your lifestyle at all! These clear aligners are gaining so much popularity because they provide flexibility and freedom as well as gorgeous results.

They’re easily removable, so you can eat whatever you like or even go to a special event without worrying about your aligners. As long as you keep the aligners in for at least 20 to 22 hours per day, you can get the smile of your dreams with little to no impact on your daily life.

How Long Do I Have to Wear My Aligners Each Day?

For maximum efficiency, we suggest that you wear your clear aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours per day. This may seem like a lot, but this gives you a couple of hours to eat whatever you want or even play your favorite sport.

Clear aligners are an investment, and the best way to protect this investment is to make sure they are given the chance to succeed. Your teeth need consistent pressure to shift in a desirable way — and they can quickly shift back in the middle of treatment if you don’t wear your aligners properly.

Are There Any Food Restrictions With Clear Aligners?

Do I Still Need to See My Dentist While Wearing Clear Aligners?

It’s important that you continue to see your general dentist while in treatment. As orthodontists, we focus on different areas of the mouth that don’t cover things such as cleanings and check-ups.

A healthy mouth is crucial for successful treatment, so continue to attend your regularly scheduled appointments with your typical dentist. A dream smile takes the assistance of multiple experts, so make sure you take care of your teeth so that we can as well!

Talk to Us About Clear Aligners

Angel Aligners and Invisalign are great options for those who want subtle, effective treatment, and Dr. McClaran can advise you about the treatment options that fit best with your teeth, bite, and lifestyle.

Schedule your free consultation at our Nolensville office to learn if clear aligners are right for you.

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