Clear Aligner Therapy in Las Vegas

Many people consider braces to straighten their teeth but decide that years with wires and brackets on their teeth is not practical. At Russell Dental, we understand and offer clear aligners similar to Invisalign for a straight smile without metal braces.

Benefits of Clear Aligner Therapy for Adults

Clear aligners are often referred to as adult orthodontics because they're not helpful for childhood orthodontic issues and are an ideal fit for busy, active adults.

  • Discreet — With no metal to detract from your smile, clear aligners blend in beautifully and are virtually invisible.
  • Comfortable — Metal brackets and wires can irritate tender mouth tissue like the tongue and cheek, but clear aligners have a smooth surface that's comfortable to wear.
  • Convenient — Once you begin clear aligner therapy, it's just a matter of wearing and switching out aligners every few weeks.
  • Removable — When you need to brush and floss or enjoy a great meal, take out your aligners!

Clear aligners like Invisalign are an excellent treatment for adults of all ages. There's no upper age limit for straightening your teeth, and we've helped many adults in their 60s, 70s, and beyond enjoy their best smiles.

If you're ready to learn why clear aligners are so popular and how they can work for you, call our Las Vegas, NV, dental office to schedule an appointment.

Orthodontic Issues We Treat with Clear Aligners

Dr. Simon Tsang uses clear aligner therapy to correct the following bite and tooth alignment issues:

  • Crooked teeth
  • Crowded teeth
  • Rotated teeth
  • Uneven spacing
  • Overbites
  • Underbites
  • Open bites

Aligner trays are sturdy, crystal-clear plastic that fits over teeth to gently move them into a straight position. Dr. Tsang is an experienced clear aligner dentist who uses a combination of digital impressions and specialized software to virtually plan how your teeth will move, then creates an individualized treatment plan.

A specialized lab fabricates several sets of aligners based on the treatment plan developed by Dr. Tsang. Each set is calibrated to create certain tooth movements, and when worn in sequence, they gradually straighten your smile.

The Oral Health Benefits of Straight Teeth

Clear aligners like Invisalign give you a straight, attractive smile, but there are also oral health benefits to orthodontic treatment. Misaligned teeth and bite problems can create other oral health issues, such as jaw pain and TMJ problems.

Tightly-spaced teeth are also difficult to brush and floss properly, putting you at increased risk for cavities and gum disease.

How to Wear Clear Aligners

You should aim to wear your aligner trays for 22 hours a day for 2-3 weeks. You should remove them only for oral hygiene and meals. You can take them out for an event like a wedding, reunion, or business presentation; however, remember the longer you wear your aligners each day, the faster your smile will be straight and beautiful!

After wearing the first set as instructed by your dentist, you'll switch them out for the next set we provide. You'll find your aligners feel very snug when you first put them in and gradually loosen up as the days go by—this is perfectly normal and means your teeth are moving as planned!

Every 6­–8 weeks, you'll visit Russell Dental so we can check your progress and give you the next sets of aligners. The number of sets it takes to straighten your smile depends on your unique needs, but your treatment is complete when you've worn them all.

Are Clear Aligners Right for You?

If you want to straighten your crooked teeth and wonder if clear aligner therapy is appropriate, we would love to help you! Please call Russell Dental in Paradise, NV, where we serve Henderson and the greater Las Vegas area.