SureSmile (Clear Aligner Therapy)
Clear Aligner Therapy
SureSmile is a discreet way to straighten your teeth. This treatment gradually moves your teeth into an ideal position using custom-fit, removable clear aligners. This is often used as an alternative treatment to traditional metal orthodontic brackets. While in some cases, traditional braces are needed, most patients are excellent candidates for clear aligner therapy.
Accelerated Orthodontic Treatment
To begin the process, Dr. Tonkin will scan your mouth with an intraoral camera equipped with CAD/CAM software. Our intraoral scanner produces a highly accurate 3D digital model of your teeth. Once the appropriate records are taken, Dr. Tonkin works closely with the SureSmile digital lab to create a custom treatment plan that will meet your smile expectations.
Your SureSmile treatment plan comes equipped with a “VPro” device. The VPro device is FDA cleared to stimulate tooth movement on a cellular level. High frequency vibrations activate bone building cells, speeding up movement and improving retention. This allows you to safely and comfortably rotate aligners at an accelerated rate. 5 minutes per day with the VPro device is all you need for faster, painless, and more successful orthodontic treatment.
Retention
Maintaining the smile you have worked so hard for is a major part of the orthodontic process. We recommend wearing a retainer after the completion of your aligner therapy. Retainers are also made from a clear plastic material for both your upper and lower teeth. The material is stronger than your aligners and is not an “active” appliance. Meaning it is holding your teeth in place, not moving them.
Our team is dedicated to keeping you on track with your plan and supporting your journey every step of the way. We will monitor your progress on a regular basis to make sure treatment is going according to plan. We are available for any questions you may have along the way, via phone, email, or even texting for your convenience.