Active Aligner Therapy offers a nearly invisible and comfortable way to achieve a straighter smile. At The Wireworks, we provide high-quality aligners that fit seamlessly into your lifestyle, helping you correct misalignment without the need for traditional braces. Whether you’re in Toronto – Yorkdale or Barrie – Downtown, our skilled orthodontic team is here to support your journey to a beautifully aligned smile.
What is Active Aligner Therapy?
Benefits of Choosing Active Aligner Therapy
- Nearly Invisible: Made from clear plastic, aligners are barely noticeable, so you can smile confidently throughout treatment.
- Removable: You can remove aligners for meals and oral hygiene, making it easier to maintain dental health during treatment.
- Comfortable: With no metal brackets or wires, aligners are comfortable and less likely to cause irritation.
- Effective and Efficient: Active Aligner Therapy is designed to deliver noticeable results in a shorter period, with most treatments lasting 6-18 months.
How Does Active Aligner Therapy Work?
- Initial Consultation: During your consultation, our orthodontist evaluates your teeth alignment, takes digital scans, and discusses your goals.
- Custom Treatment Plan: Using advanced technology, we design a personalized treatment plan to map out each stage of your alignment.
- Receive Your Aligners: You’ll receive a series of aligners, each slightly different to gradually shift your teeth into place.
- Wear and Change Aligners: You wear each set of aligners for about 1-2 weeks before moving to the next in the series.
- Regular Check-Ins: Throughout the process, we schedule periodic check-ups to ensure that your treatment is progressing smoothly.
- Completion and Retainer: After achieving your desired alignment, we’ll provide a custom retainer to maintain your new smile.
Who Can Benefit from Active Aligner Therapy?
- Crowded or overlapping teeth
- Gaps or spaces between teeth
- Mild overbite, underbite, or crossbite
- Relapsed alignment after braces
Frequently Asked Questions About Active Aligner Therapy
For best results, it’s recommended to wear your aligners for 20-22 hours daily, only removing them for meals and oral hygiene.
Typically, you’ll switch to a new aligner set every 1-2 weeks, depending on your specific treatment plan.
No, aligners should be removed before eating to avoid damaging them. You can drink water with aligners in, but it’s best to remove them for any other beverages.
You can clean aligners by brushing them gently with a soft toothbrush and rinsing them with lukewarm water. Avoid using hot water, as it can warp the plastic.
Yes, aligner therapy is suitable for teens and adults alike. Teens often appreciate the discreet appearance of aligners and the flexibility they provide.