Ways to straighten teeth in Mission Viejo

Traditionally, people with crooked teeth only had one option. Metal braces were rather inconvenient and uncomfortable, but they worked well. However, all types and ages of people struggle with crooked teeth. Surely, one treatment can't be ideal for every patient. That is why Dr. Alex and Nina Basti, of Mission Viejo, embrace modern orthodontics, and the wide variety of options available today.

Invisalign

If one product were given credit for changing the history of orthodontics, it would probably be Invisalign. It is vastly different from traditional treatment in nearly every way, except for results. Rather than using brackets and wires, Invisalign works with extremely thin, transparent plastic trays called aligners.

Invisalign treatment takes about the same length of time as traditional braces. Rather than frequent adjustment appointments, you simply change your aligner to the next one in the series every two weeks. The aligners are removed during meals and oral hygiene for ultimate convenience. Aside from these times, the aligners should be worn constantly, which is easy because they are so comfortable.

Six Month Smiles

This system is an updated and refined version of traditional braces. It is not meant to be all-purpose. Instead, it is specifically targeted toward adults who are unhappy with the appearance of crooked teeth. Unlike classic braces, Six Month Smiles does not correct bite alignment, guide the development of teeth, or achieve significant straightening of back teeth.

What Six Month Smiles does is straighten the front teeth, which are visible when you smile. By focusing on these teeth, the treatment time is drastically reduced – about six months for most patients. Because the brackets and wires are made from transparent and tooth colored materials, these braces blend with your teeth, making them quite inconspicuous.

Classic braces

Yes, the traditional style is still quite common, and popular among both adolescents and adults. The design has been updated and improved dramatically over the years, making them more comfortable and esthetic. Brackets are sometimes made of tooth-colored ceramic rather than metal. Additionally, the metals used today are lighter, more flexible, and more durable than those of the past, for a much more comfortable orthodontic treatment.

If you are looking for the best way to correct your crooked teeth, call 949-427-2096 and schedule an appointment today.