WatchClear Aligners
How Brammeier Dental of Naperville straightens teeth with clear aligners
Adults who want a confident, professional appearance during treatment, and teens who'd rather skip the look and upkeep of braces, have made clear removable aligners their orthodontic option of choice. Most people know them by the brand name Invisalign®, and they offer a discreet alternative to the traditional metal brackets and wires used for straightening teeth.
Watch the short video to see the system in action. The treatment relies on a series of custom-made clear trays that you switch out for the next one every couple of weeks, with each tray applying gentle, targeted pressure that gradually moves your teeth into the desired position. Because you wear them most of the day and night but pop them out to eat or brush, there are no food restrictions and no extra cleaning hassles.
At your consultation, Dr. Brammeier gives you an honest, evidence-based assessment of whether aligners are the right fit. They work best for mild to moderate alignment issues like crowding, small gaps, and bite refinements, while more complex orthodontic cases sometimes still call for traditional braces.
Maybe you've put off straightening your teeth simply because you didn't want braces. If so, the answer may have changed. Schedule a consultation at Brammeier Dental of Naperville to find out whether clear aligners are an option for you, or start with our quick Invisalign candidate quiz.
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