Clear Aligners in Vancouver

Clear aligner treatment uses a series of clear, custom aligners to straighten teeth and treat orthodontic issues.

Using advanced 3D computer imaging technology, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique dental needs.

Clear aligners will then be manufactured to fit your teeth precisely during each stage of the treatment process.

At Braced in BC, we offer Invisalign clear aligners for our patients.

Some of the key features of Clear Aligners are:

• Smooth plastic construction for enhanced comfort
• A discreet, low-profile appearance
• Options for children, teens and adults
• No adjustment appointments
• Removable for brushing, flossing, and eating

For your treatment, you will receive a series of custom-made clear plastic aligners.

Each aligner in the series is designed to move specific teeth in tiny increments. You will wear each aligner for about two weeks (or as prescribed by your orthodontist) before replacing it with the next one in the series, which will pick up where the last one left off.

This process will continue until your teeth are in their prescribed, corrected positions.

The cost of clear aligner orthodontic treatment can vary based on the severity of your misalignment and the number of aligner sets required to correct it. The more severe or complex your misalignment is, the greater the number of aligners needed, and consequently, the higher your treatment costs will be.

Concerns about cost are completely understandable. We offer low down payment and no-interest payment plans to help make orthodontic treatment affordable for all our patients.

Visit our payment plans page to learn more.

Your smile is unique, and so your treatment plan will be as well. The number of sets of aligners you will need to straighten your smile will depend on the nature and severity of your misalignment. Your orthodontist will be able to provide you with an accurate estimate of how long your treatment will last during your initial consultation.

The length of your clear aligner treatment will depend on several factors, including the severity of the misalignment of your teeth and jaws. This determines the amount of movement that will be required to correct the problem and how many aligners you will need to go through to accomplish this. As a result, clear aligner treatment takes longer for some patients than others.

Clear aligners are made with USP Class VI medical-grade, high-molecular-weight, BPA-free polyurethane resins.

Definitely! If you have healthy teeth and gums, then you may be a candidate, regardless of your age. There is no upper age limit for clear aligner treatment.

In fact, many adults are opting to undergo orthodontic treatment with clear aligners because of their discreet look and the convenience of being able to remove them to eat and to brush and floss.

Yes! Many teens are great candidates for clear aligners. In fact, there are clear aligners that are designed to meet the unique needs of teenagers.

Clear Aligners for Teen include compliance indicators (blue dots that fade after two weeks of consistent wear) to help teens track their treatment and when to change aligners.

They also come with eruption tabs for tweens and younger teens whose adult teeth are still in the process of growing in. These provide space for second molars and prevent them from growing crooked.

While wearing clear aligners may take some getting used to at first, we believe you will find that they fit very comfortably into your daily routines.

Clear aligners are made of lightweight, clear plastic, which means they are nearly invisible when worn, and most people will not even know you are undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Since clear aligners can be removed whenever you eat, drink, brush, or floss, there are no dietary restrictions associated with their use, allowing you to maintain your regular oral hygiene routine.

We typically schedule quick checkups every 12 weeks or so throughout clear aligner treatment. These appointments allow your orthodontist to assess your progress. If any refinements or adjustments are needed for your treatment, they may require some extra visits.

One benefit of clear aligners is that they don't require any adjustments or tightening – you just switch to the next set of aligners as prescribed by your orthodontist – so you won't need to visit us for these types of appointments during your treatment.

At the beginning of your treatment, your orthodontist will provide you with the schedule to follow, including how often to switch out your aligners. The frequency varies a bit among patients, but it's normally every two weeks or so.

Throughout your clear aligner treatment, you will take out your aligners to eat, so there aren't any dietary restrictions with clear aligners.

We recommend taking your aligners out to drink beverages other than water (pop, coffee, juice, etc.) to avoid staining and so that sugars and acids don't get trapped between the aligners and your teeth.

There are a few different steps involved in keeping your clear aligners clean, but overall, it's pretty simple.

Each time you take your aligners out of your mouth, rinse them to wash away dry saliva and plaque that may be beginning to develop.

It is also recommended to brush your teeth after each meal before putting your aligners back in. This prevents food and other debris from getting trapped between your teeth and the aligners, leading to bad breath, cavities, and gum disease.

Clean your aligners daily with a soft toothbrush and clear anti-bacterial soap or toothpaste. Brush gently to avoid scratching. Rinse thoroughly with cool water, and you're done!

Whenever they aren't in your mouth, or soaking in cleaning solution, store your clear aligners in the case they came with. This will keep them clean and prevent damage until you are ready to put them back in.

You can easily take out your aligners, allowing you to continue with activities like playing sports even while you go through orthodontic treatment.

However, keep in mind that in order to keep treatment on track, clear aligners must be kept in for a minimum of 22 hours a day (or as prescribed by your orthodontist), so plan your time carefully.

It's essential to invest in a sports mouth guard to protect your teeth during orthodontic treatment in general. Orthodontic treatment causes your teeth to loosen slightly as they shift into their new positions, and this can make them more susceptible to damage than they normally are.

Absolutely! Just take your aligners out and store them in their case while you play. After you finish, you can just pop them back in.

Keep in mind that you must keep your clear aligners in for about 22 hours a day (or as prescribed by your orthodontist), so be sure to plan your practice time carefully.

Clear aligners and braces are both effective orthodontic treatment options, but their differences may affect their suitability for different individuals.

Factors to consider when choosing between clear aligners and braces include aesthetics, personal preferences and lifestyle, cost, and the nature and severity of misalignment.

Your orthodontist will assess your specific case and recommend the best treatment option for your needs.

Learn more about treatment options here.