One of the biggest perks of Invisalign is that you can remove the aligners. That means you can take them out whenever you’d like, right? Not exactly. To stay on track with your treatment timeline, it’s of the utmost importance that you wear your trays as much as possible – about 22 hours a day. If this feels near impossible for you, then keep reading for a quick guide on how to meet your Invisalign wear time.
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You’ve just started your journey to a straight smile with braces, and you’re excited to achieve your goals. Perhaps you think that your only concern now is realigning your teeth. Everything else doesn’t really matter as much as the alignment of your smile. However, if you don’t keep up with normal maintenance, you may not have teeth to straighten!
Keep reading to learn why and how you should adjust your habits to keep your braces and teeth healthy and beautiful.
(more…)You have probably seen plenty of Facebook, Hulu and TV ads trying to sell you mail-order clear aligners. These ads try to appeal to you by being a more convenient and perhaps cheaper option. But before you commit to anything, you should consider the full story. After you learn about the risks of mail-order aligners, you may decide that Invisalign, Suresmile or another orthodontist-provided treatment is the best way to go.
Since Grayslake Orthodontics opened nearly 20 years ago, patient referrals have been an incredible source of pride for us. In 2022, the honor of a referral is even more powerful. We know that behind each referral is a relationship built on trust established through thoughtful, meticulous treatment planning and unparalleled care.
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AAO Winter Conference 2023!
Dr. Ben was recently at the American Association of Orthodontists Winter Conference in Las Vegas, NV. He learned some great tools and techniques to take back to the office and was a moderator for one of the afternoon sessions.
Did you know that Dr. Ben wrestled through college and was a two-time NCAA D3 All-American? He also volunteers as a coach with the Libertyville Kids Wrestling Club. An action shot from a recent scrimmage!
Are you thinking about straightening your teeth? One of the first things you have to decide is whether you are more interested in traditional braces or clear aligners. Both options have some major advantages, and both have a few drawbacks. In this blog post, we’ll discuss clear aligners vs. braces so you can become familiar with some of the pros and cons and make a well-informed decision about which one is right for you.
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