Dreaming of a straighter smile but dreading a mouthful of metal? Clear aligner therapy at Locklear Dentistry is the discreet alternative. These custom-made, virtually invisible trays gradually shift your teeth into place without wires or brackets, correcting crowding, gaps, and bite issues while barely being noticed. Removable and comfortable, they suit adults and teens alike, and they let you straighten your teeth in Greensboro without putting your daily life on hold.
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Did you know…
Clear aligners are made from medical-grade polyurethane resins, a type of plastic that's safe for long-term use in the mouth and shaped precisely to your teeth from a digital scan.
The Benefits Of Clear Aligner Therapy in Greensboro
Comfort
Traditional braces cause plenty of irritation, with metal brackets and wires that catch and rub against the soft tissue of your cheeks and lips. Clear aligners are smooth and custom-fit to hug your teeth precisely, so there is far less to poke or scrape. Each new tray brings mild, temporary pressure as your teeth move, which is a good sign the treatment is working.
Removability
This is the feature that changes everything. You take the aligners out to eat, so nothing is off the menu, and you remove them to brush and floss, which keeps your teeth and gums healthy in a way braces make hard. You can also take them out for a photo, a presentation, or a special occasion, then slip them right back in.
Nearly Invisible
The trays are clear and fit snugly over your teeth, so most people will not notice you are wearing them at all. That discretion is exactly why clear aligners appeal so strongly to working adults and self-conscious teens who want a straighter smile without a mouthful of metal announcing it.
Our Greensboro Clear Aligner Therapy Treatment Process
Consultation and Examination
Your first step is a consultation with Dr. Locklear. He examines your teeth, gums, and bite to confirm clear aligners are the right tool for your case, since they excel at crowding, spacing, and mild to moderate bite issues but are not suited to every situation. If a case is too complex, he will tell you honestly and talk through your options.
Custom Treatment Plan
Once you are cleared as a candidate, Dr. Locklear takes a digital scan of your teeth and maps out a full treatment plan, often letting you preview the projected result before you begin. That plan is used to fabricate your aligners, a series of custom trays each designed to move your teeth a little closer to their final position.
Wearing Your Aligners
You wear each set for the majority of the day, ideally 20 to 22 hours, removing them only to eat and clean your teeth. Every one to two weeks you advance to the next tray in the series, and periodic check-ins with Dr. Locklear keep your progress on track. When your teeth reach their final position, a retainer holds your new smile in place for the long term.
Before & Afters
A smile is worth 1,000 words.
