Transparent Aligners Woodland Park


Sheila Soroushian

Dr. Sheila Soroushian
Orthodontist in Colorado Springs and Woodland Park, CO

We see a lot of patients who’ve been hiding their smiles for years because their teeth are all over the place. They don’t want to get traditional braces because they’re worried about how they’ll look with metal brackets all over their teeth or how it will affect their daily life. At Inner Smiles Orthodontics, we totally get it. And that’s why we think transparent aligners are a game-changer. Woodland Park patients who choose us love that they can get straighter teeth without the hassle of traditional braces.

The tech behind clear aligners is pretty mind-blowing. Instead of metal brackets and wires, these plastic trays are made specifically for each patient using super-precise digital measurements. And the best part is, these trays are totally invisible, so you can just wear them under your regular clothes and no one will even notice. Hybrid aligner treatment combines the benefits of braces and clear aligners to deliver precise, efficient, and customized results.

When you first come in for a consultation, your dentist will take a good look at your teeth and talk to you about what you want to achieve. We use this fancy digital scanning tech to get super-accurate imprints of your teeth so you don’t have to deal with those yucky old impression materials. Then, we can make a treatment plan and show you a simulation of how your teeth will move over time. You can even see what your smile will look like when it’s all done.

You wear each new set of aligners for about two weeks before moving on to the next ones, and this gradually moves your teeth into place. The best part is, these trays are removable, so you can take them out when you need to, whether that’s to eat, attend a special event, or just have a super-important meeting where you don’t want to be distracted by orthodontic gear. People who have jobs, are in college, or are parents tend to love this part of clear aligners. It gives them loads more flexibility in their daily lives.

Straight talking, clear aligners are super easy to get on with. You can still eat all your favourite foods, and cleaning your teeth is a breeze because you can just brush and floss as normal after you take the aligners out. All you need to do is wear them for 20 to 22 hours a day. Most people get this into their routine pretty quickly. We give you all the info and advice you need to keep things on track. Retainers help maintain your newly aligned smile by keeping teeth in their proper position long after treatment is complete.

Patients are usually surprised at just how comfortable clear aligners are. The smooth plastic just feels like a normal part of your mouth. Plus, most people start talking normally with the aligners in place within a few days. And if you were worried about people noticing, don’t be. Most people just can’t tell you’re getting treatment.

We check in with you regularly, usually every 6 to 8 weeks, to make sure everything is moving as planned. These visits are a great chance to ask questions, voice any worries you have, and get your next set of aligners. And with our office in Woodland Park, it’s easy to get regular appointments and any help you need when it’s convenient for you.

So many people in the area have given clear aligners a go, and it really has made all the difference to their confidence and their overall smile. And the best bit is, it’s a long-term investment that will keep on giving you benefits for years to come. It’s not just about a pretty smile. It’s about boosting your oral health and your self-confidence too.