Want a Straighter Smile? If you are looking for an option to straighten your teeth, you have more options than ever. In terms of moving the positioning of your existing teeth, you can opt for braces, Invisalign clear braces, or a six month smile clear braces option.

Straighter Smile

Choosing Between Braces, a Six Month Smile, and Invisalign

Braces are fairly self-explanatory. They are a common and highly effective method of straightening the teeth. They require multiple appointments, careful teeth cleaning, and are quite obvious to others, of course.  With that said, although a bit inconvenient, they can work exceptionally well.

Invisalign is a more recent alternative where you wear removable trays to straighten the teeth. The turnaround time tends to be shorter than metal braces, the trays are clear, and they are removable.  Every few weeks you’ll receive new trays that progressively move your teeth to the desired position. They are worn about 22 hours a day, only taken out for eating and cleaning. Duration can be less than braces but is usually more than a year.

What is a Six Month Smile and should you consider it?

Six Month Smiles are another alternative to traditional braces. They can almost be seen as a cross between regular braces and Invisalign trays. They are actual braces but are clear so much less detectable than their standard metal counterparts.

In just six months you could have a dramatically straighter smile without having to live with metal braces or tight and restrictive trays.  Another difference is that with this system, focus is mostly on the visible teeth rather than the entire mouth. For people who simply want to correct their front teeth and don’t need to correct their bite, this may an option.

Which option is best for you?

Metal braces can typically be used but the alternatives may or may not be suitable for everyone. The best way to determine whether or not you are a good candidate for either Invisalign or a six month smile is to arrange a consultation with a dentist that is well-versed in cosmetic dentistry and orthodontics.

Not all dentists offer all services so when researching your options for teeth straightening in the Houston area, consider a cosmetic dentist who offers both six month smiles and Invisalign.  You might also want an opinion and quote from an orthodontist, as well.