Orthodontics in Scottsdale, AZ

Orthodontic treatments address problems with the alignment of your teeth. Overbite, underbite, crowding, and other misalignments can lead to a wide range of issues. 

At Scottsdale Dental and Facial Aesthetics, we provide effective orthodontic treatment with Krystal Klear Aligners, a unique system that delivers excellent results and a comfortable patient experience for a fraction of the cost of Invisalign and other clear aligners on the market.

When Is Orthodontics Necessary?

Orthodontics plays a vital role in maintaining oral health and your quality of life. When your teeth aren’t properly aligned, you’re liable to develop a wide range of complications. Your teeth aren’t going to straighten themselves out, so orthodontics is necessary to put your teeth in the proper positions.

Crowding is among the most common reasons why patients may require orthodontics. This happens when teeth grow too closely together, overlapping or pushing each other out of position. 

It leads to an uneven-looking smile, but that’s far from the only problem. The irregular gaps provide more room for bacteria to grow, making you likely to experience more frequent tooth decay over your lifetime.

If the crowding is severe enough, it can cause uneven wear on your teeth. This wear is irreparable aside from having a tooth replacement like a dental crown. It permanently damages your teeth and makes them more vulnerable to further damage and decay.

Crossbite is another common issue that causes wear or potentially chipping or cracking of the affected tooth. It happens when an individual upper tooth is out of position and ends up sitting behind the corresponding bottom tooth. This leads to friction between them every time you open and close your mouth, with serious consequences in the long run.

Overbite and underbite are both issues that occur when your upper and lower rows of teeth aren’t in proper alignment. The upper row can sit too far ahead (overbite), or the lower row can extend in front of the upper row (underbite). Both lead to increased wear and a heightened risk of traumatic injury to your teeth.

At Scottsdale Dental and Facial Aesthetics, we can provide you with a free consultation to evaluate your teeth and determine whether you could benefit from orthodontic treatment. Dr. Todd Shatkin has spent over 30 years providing exceptional, personalized care for patients and can develop a custom treatment plan that meets your individual needs.

What Are Krystal Klear Aligners?

Krystal Klear Aligners are an effective orthodontic treatment that can help address a wide range of alignment issues. They’re like invisible braces, providing the same effective realignment without the conspicuous appearance.

Instead of the brackets and wires that reposition teeth when using traditional braces, Krystal Klear Aligners are clear plastic aligners. These plastic aligners are custom-made for each individual patient to achieve proper alignment over the course of the treatment.

The aligners fit snugly over the teeth and are carefully shaped to apply steady, gentle pressure to push teeth towards proper alignment. Each set of aligners is switched out for a new set every two weeks to continue applying the correct pressure throughout the entire course of treatment.

Krystal Klear Aligners can achieve great results for a wide range of issues. This unique approach to orthodontics could be just what you need to achieve the smile of your dreams and prevent the wide range of complications that arise from misalignments.

Scottsdale Dental and Facial Aesthetics provides treatment with Krystal Klear Aligners so our patients receive the best experience in orthodontics. Not only will you get great results, but you won’t have to deal with the multiple downsides that come with traditional braces.

The Benefits of Orthodontics with Krystal Klear Aligners

Krystal Klear Aligners have several key benefits that make them the preferred option for eligible patients compared to other options in orthodontics. The impact of Krystal Klear Aligners and other invisible braces alternatives has led to an all-time high in adult orthodontic treatments.

The clear aligners are practically invisible compared to traditional braces, which are instantly noticeable. This makes them a favorite among adults who often avoid braces because of how much they stand out. 

This treatment doesn’t negatively impact the appearance of your smile while you’re working towards improving it, and that’s a major reason that so many people love Krystal Klear Aligners.

Krystal Klear Aligners are also removable during treatment. This makes living with them so much easier. You don’t need any kind of special flossing tools when it comes time to brush your teeth. You simply remove the aligners and brush as usual. After you clean the aligners, you just put them back in.

The same goes for eating as well. There’s no need to remember which foods you can or can’t eat with your aligners. Just take them off when it’s time to eat. Make sure that you brush your teeth before putting the aligners back on. Living with Krystal Clear Aligners is one of the best options that orthodontics has to offer.

Krystal Klear Aligners have very few downsides. They can be just as affordable as traditional braces, or even more so. These aligners and other invisible braces options are also becoming more widely accepted by insurance providers, so there’s a decent chance that your treatment will be covered.

The experience of wearing these clear aligners is very comfortable. You don’t have to worry about the soreness and irritation that traditional braces can cause when your mouth rubs against brackets. Krystal Klear Aligners are smooth plastic, meaning no cuts, abrasion, or other issues.

Your Krystal Klear Aligner Treatment

The first step to straightening your smile will be a free consultation at Scottsdale Dental and Facial Aesthetics. We’ll carry out the evaluation needed to determine whether you have issues that require orthodontics to correct, like bite issues or crowding. If you do, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan to deal with those issues.

If Krystal Klear Aligners are suitable for your individual needs, we will start the process. Your aligners are created using the latest scanning technology to generate a 3D image of your teeth. This is used to plan your treatment and to create your custom clear aligners.

Once your aligners are ready, you will receive the whole series all at once. We will carefully plan out your progress, so you simply have to wear each set for two weeks and then move on to the next. There will be occasional checkups to verify your progress, but nothing as inconvenient as traditional braces tightening.

You can remove your aligners to eat and brush your teeth, but they need to be worn for at least 22 hours each day, including when you are asleep. After your treatment, you’ll need a retainer to ensure that your teeth don’t shift back into misalignment.

Your overall treatment will likely take between 12 and 18 months, depending on the type and extent of misalignment you’re dealing with.

Get Started with Krystal Klear Aligners in Scottsdale, AZ

You can reach out to Scottsdale Dental and Facial Aesthetics and Dr. Todd Shatkin today to get started with a free consultation. We’ll be able to evaluate your needs and develop a personalized treatment plan that could include Krystal Klear Aligners or other orthodontics. 

Contact us today to find out how our treatment options could give you the smile of your dreams.