Some discomfort in moving teeth is unavoidable. Clear aligners will be more comfortable than conventional braces because of how they consistently apply gentle pressure to move the teeth and the fact that there are no uncomfortable brackets touching the lips or inside of the mouth. The brand of clear aligners that we use, SureSmile Clear Aligners, are especially comfortable because of their variable trimlines.
Brushing and flossing can be difficult with braces. Because aligners are removed for brushing and flossing, proper dental hygiene is easy to maintain, so patients are likely to have much less gingivitis and inflammation, which can improve overall oral health.
