Clear aligners work well for many, but there are certain factors that contribute to more successful treatment.
Ideal Clear Aligners Candidates
You are a good candidate if:
- You're an adult of any age; there's no upper age limit for straightening teeth.
- You're a responsible teen who can follow treatment guidelines consistently.
- You have healthy teeth and gums with no active decay or gum disease.
- You have no significant dental work, like multiple crowns or bridges. Extensive restorations can prevent aligners from fitting properly and may prevent them from moving as planned.
- You have mild to moderate orthodontic issues like crooked teeth, gaps, minor bite problems, or slightly rotated teeth.
- You can commit to wearing aligners 22 hours daily, removing them only for eating, drinking, and oral hygiene.
- You're a non-smoker. Smoking discolors the clear aligners and increases the risk of gum disease and other oral health problems during treatment.
Are Clear Aligners Right for You?
Not everyone is eligible for clear aligner treatment, and Dr. Lund will carefully review your oral health during your consultation. He will give you an honest recommendation about whether clear aligners are right for you or if another treatment would work better.
Call (317) 899-1100 to schedule your consultation with an experienced clear aligner dentist in Indianapolis, Arlington Woods, and the Far Eastside, IN.