Clear Correct Braces McLean, VA

ClearCorrect® braces are an alternative to both traditional braces and Invisalign®. In our McLean dentist office, we provide this solution for straightening teeth discretely. If you live in or near the McLean area and want to improve your appearance, we invite you to call (703) 827-9250 and schedule a consultation to learn how this treatment option can work for you.

What is ClearCorrect®?

Instead of relying on metal brackets and wires to move teeth, ClearCorrect® braces use a series of clear  aligners to move teeth into place. The aligners are made of a clear and comfortable plastic that looks similar to a full retainer. By taking care of them and refraining from scratching their surface, aligners will remain clear and virtually invisible when worn. At Dental Center of Tysons Corner, we can show you how to keep your aligners in perfect condition during the treatment process

The aligners are created using an impression of your teeth and gums. Once received, the lab will create a series of aligners that start with the current position of your teeth and slowly move them until they are perfectly straight. A patient will wear each aligner for about four to six weeks. Afterward, the patient will replace the old aligner with the next one in the series. The aligners place pressure on specific teeth to gradually move the teeth for a more comfortable experience. By wearing all of the aligners in the series, your teeth will move from crooked to perfectly straight.

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ClearCorrect® vs. Traditional Braces

Traditional metal braces are extremely effective for straightening teeth and treating misaligned jaws. While metal braces are more comfortable than they were in the past, they are still noticeable and unfavorable to many. With the wires, brackets, and rubber bands, traditional metal braces can negatively impact the way that a person looks and feels. Many people find that traditional braces are distracting and do not fit into a busy or professional lifestyle.

Simultaneously, metal braces are difficult to keep clean as food can become stuck between the brackets, requiring a special floss to remove the bits of food. At Dental Center of Tysons Corner, we can help patients receive the necessary treatment without having to drastically change their diet or skip out on some of their favorite treats when wearing braces. While only temporary, this can be inconvenient and at times, frustrating. Given the tendency for food to become stuck, those wearing braces, also need to spend more time brushing and flossing throughout the day.

ClearCorrect® is a far more convenient option than other methods for straightening one’s teeth. Patients remove the aligners themselves when eating, so there are no restrictions on which foods you can eat. Patients also do not have to worry about something becoming stuck in the brackets or the embarrassment of feeling awkward while eating. Patients wear ClearCorrect® for at least 22 hours per day, leaving plenty of time to enjoy a romantic dinner, business meeting, or lunch without metal braces ruining one’s confidence. This makes it possible for patients to maintain their current lifestyle without any further restrictions.

Another advantage of ClearCorrect® braces over traditional ones is that patients can remove the aligners while playing sports, a musical instrument or singing in the choir. As a dentist, we recommend that athletes wear a mouth guard during practice or a game. With braces or other teeth-straightening products, this can be an issue. With ClearCorrect®, patients can remove the aligners to wear the mouth guard. If you play sports on a regular basis and live in the McLean area, we invite you to schedule a consultation to see how much easier it is to continue wearing a mouth guard when using ClearCorrect® to straighten your teeth.

Questions Answered on This Page

It is a type of orthodontic treatment that straightens out teeth that are crowded or crooked. The only real difference between the aligners and regular braces is that the former are detachable and the latter are more comfortable.

The typical length of treatment, according to ClearCorrect, is 12 to 18 months. The vast majority of patients will see their results fall somewhere in this range, but since this is the average, there are outliers—some patients may obtain results sooner and some may even take longer.

 

An orthodontic treatment plan called ClearCorrect uses a number of invisible braces. The teeth are only minimally moved by each aligner. The clear aligners must be worn for 22 hours per day for two to three weeks to produce noticeable results.

 

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Children can typically use clear aligners (such 3M Clarity, Spark®, and Invisalign®) just as safely and effectively as adults.

The most prevalent aesthetic dental treatments include:

One of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments is teeth whitening. Bleaching removes stains and discoloration from teeth, making them whiter.

Dental veneers are thin porcelain or composite resin shells. They hide chips, fissures, gaps, and discoloration on teeth by bonding to their front surfaces.

Dental Bonding: A tooth-colored resin is applied to teeth then shaped and polished to match the surrounding teeth. It repairs chipped, damaged, or discolored teeth.

Dental Implants: Mostly restorative, dental implants can also be aesthetic. They replace missing teeth with natural-looking, functional artificial teeth.

Orthodontic Treatments: Braces and transparent aligners like Invisalign straighten teeth and correct bite abnormalities, improving a smile’s appearance and function.

Gum Contouring: This operation reshapes the gumline to improve a “gummy smile” or uneven gumline.

Smile Makeovers: This holistic method combines cosmetic dental treatments to completely transform a smile. Customized to address specific issues and goals.

Inlays and Onlays: Porcelain, composite resin, or other indirect fillings. They repair damaged or decaying teeth while seeming natural.

Teeth contouring: This includes removing small portions of tooth enamel to reshape and contour uneven or malformed teeth.

Dental Crowns: Dental crowns cover a tooth with a custom-made cap that looks like a natural tooth, improving its appearance.

Definition of Cosmetic Dentistry Terminology

3M True Definition: The 3M True Definition Scanner is an intraoral scanner that a medical professional can operate solely on a tablet for easy access to visual of the anatomy.

Anterior Crossbite: An anterior crossbite is an occlusion problem with the palatal positioning of the maxillary anterior teeth in the upper jaw and the mandibular anterior teeth in the lower jaw.

CEREC Omnicam: CEREC Omnicam generates a full-color scan of the teeth enamel without the need for a powder coating and is simple to operate.

Dental Impression: A dental impression is a negative imprint of the teeth and soft tissue in the mouth to help create a cast or mold to restore/correct the patient’s teeth.

Dentist:A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity.

Intraoral Scan:An intraoral can helps provide the necessary details and 3D imaging professionals need to ensure they create an exact restoration for the patient’s mouth.

Orthodontic Appliance:Orthodontic appliances have multiple forms that can help treat malocclusions, irregularity with the teeth and disproportionate jaw issues.

Teeth Crowding:Teeth crowding is a lack of space in the mouth for all of the teeth to grow properly, leading to the need to extract some of the teeth.

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About our business, license, and website security

  • Dental Center of Tysons Corner was established in 2010.
  • We accept the following payment methods: American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa
  • We serve patients from the following counties: Fairfax County and Arlington County
  • We serve patients from the following cities: McLean, Tysons, Arlington, Vienna, Falls Church, Annandale, Alexandria, Fairfax, Oakton and Reston
  • VA (License #401007713). View License Information and Specifics
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ClearCorrect Braces McLean, VA

ClearCorrect® braces are an alternative to both traditional braces and Invisalign®. In our McLean dentist office, we provide this solution for straightening teeth discretely. If you live in or near the McLean area and want to improve your appearance, we invite you to call (703) 827-9250 and schedule a consultation to learn how this treatment option can work for you.

What is ClearCorrect®?

Instead of relying on metal brackets and wires to move teeth, ClearCorrect® braces use a series of clear aligners to move teeth into place. The aligners are made of a clear and comfortable plastic that looks similar to a full retainer. By taking care of them and refraining from scratching their surface, aligners will remain clear and virtually invisible when worn. At Dental Center of Tysons Corner, we can show you how to keep your aligners in perfect condition during the treatment process.

Invisalign by Dental Center

The aligners are created using an impression of your teeth and gums. Once received, the lab will create a series of aligners that start with the current position of your teeth and slowly move them until they are perfectly straight. A patient will wear each aligner for about four to six weeks. Afterward, the patient will replace the old aligner with the next one in the series. The aligners place pressure on specific teeth to gradually move the teeth for a more comfortable experience. By wearing all of the aligners in the series, your teeth will move from crooked to perfectly straight.

The aligners are given to you at the beginning of the procedure so that you do not have to visit our McLean dentist office every time that you need to switch them out. This allows you to spend less time in the dental chair than you would when wearing traditional metal braces.

 Check out what others are saying about our ClearCorrect® braces on Yelp: ClearCorrect Braces McLean

ClearCorrect® vs. Traditional Braces

 

Traditional metal braces are extremely effective for straightening teeth and treating misaligned jaws. While metal braces are more comfortable than they were in the past, they are still noticeable and unfavorable to many. With the wires, brackets, and rubber bands, traditional metal braces can negatively impact the way that a person looks and feels. Many people find that traditional braces are distracting and do not fit into a busy or professional lifestyle.

Simultaneously, metal braces are difficult to keep clean as food can become stuck between the brackets, requiring a special floss to remove the bits of food. At Dental Center of Tysons Corner, we can help patients receive the necessary treatment without having to drastically change their diet or skip out on some of their favorite treats when wearing braces. While only temporary, this can be inconvenient and at times, frustrating. Given the tendency for food to become stuck, those wearing braces, also need to spend more time brushing and flossing throughout the day.

ClearCorrect® is a far more convenient option than other methods for straightening one’s teeth. Patients remove the aligners themselves when eating, so there are no restrictions on which foods you can eat. Patients also do not have to worry about something becoming stuck in the brackets or the embarrassment of feeling awkward while eating. Patients wear ClearCorrect® for at least 22 hours per day, leaving plenty of time to enjoy a romantic dinner, business meeting, or lunch without metal braces ruining one’s confidence. This makes it possible for patients to maintain their current lifestyle without any further restrictions.

Another advantage of ClearCorrect® braces over traditional ones is that patients can remove the aligners while playing sports, a musical instrument or singing in the choir. As a dentist, we recommend that athletes wear a mouth guard during practice or a game. With braces or other teeth-straightening products, this can be an issue. With ClearCorrect®, patients can remove the aligners to wear the mouth guard. If you play sports on a regular basis and live in the McLean area, we invite you to schedule a consultation to see how much easier it is to continue wearing a mouth guard when using ClearCorrect® to straighten your teeth.

Questions Answered on This Page
 

Q. What is ClearCorrect®?

Q. How long will the ClearCorrect® process take?

Q. What is the ClearCorrect® process like?

People Also Ask
 

Q. Can my child use clear aligners?

Q. What are the most common cosmetic dental treatment services?

Definition of Cosmetic Dentistry Terminology
 
3M True DefinitionThe 3M True Definition Scanner is an intraoral scanner that a medical professional can operate solely on a tablet for easy access to visual of the anatomy.
Anterior CrossbiteAn anterior crossbite is an occlusion problem with the palatal positioning of the maxillary anterior teeth in the upper jaw and the mandibular anterior teeth in the lower jaw.
 

CEREC OmnicamCEREC Omnicam generates a full-color scan of the teeth enamel without the need for a powder coating and is simple to operate.

 

Dental ImpressionA dental impression is a negative imprint of the teeth and soft tissue in the mouth to help create a cast or mold to restore/correct the patient’s teeth.

 

DentistA dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity.

 

Intraoral ScanAn intraoral can helps provide the necessary details and 3D imaging professionals need to ensure they create an exact restoration for the patient’s mouth.

 

Orthodontic ApplianceOrthodontic appliances have multiple forms that can help treat malocclusions, irregularity with the teeth and disproportionate jaw issues.

 

Teeth CrowdingTeeth crowding is a lack of space in the mouth for all of the teeth to grow properly, leading to the need to extract some of the teeth.

Helpful Related Links

• American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Terms. 2015

• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD). Home Page. 2015
• WebMD. WebMD’s Oral Care Guide. 2015

About our business, license, and website security

• Dental Center of Tysons Corner was established in 2010.
• We accept the following payment methods: American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa
• We serve patients from the following counties: Fairfax County and Arlington County
• We serve patients from the following cities: McLean, Tysons, Arlington, Vienna, Falls Church, Annandale, Alexandria, Fairfax, Oakton and Reston
• VA (License #401007713). View License Information and specifications.
• National Provider Identifier Database (1174687909) View NPI Registry Information
• Health grades View Background Information and Reviews
• Norton Safe Web. View Details
• Trend Micro Site Safety Center View Details