Invisalign® – How it Works

Invisalign® is a series of clear plastic aligners that gently move your teeth into their proper alignment. Now you know what Invisalign® is, here’s how Invisalign® works:

Using the latest in computer imagery, Ohio Invisalign® dentist Dr. Sheridan will take pictures of your teeth. With these pictures, Invisalign® software will map out the ideal position of each individual tooth. This information will be used to create your customized Invisalign® aligner trays.

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Invisalign® Health Benefits

There is a direct link between oral health and systemic health. This makes one of the largest Invisalign® health benefits the ability to properly clean your teeth. Because they can be removed, Invisalign® aligners will not interfere with proper brushing or flossing. Removed also while eating, no food particles will get lodged into your aligners, helping prevent tooth decay and gum disease which has been linked to systemic problems including a heart attack and stroke.

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Invisalign® vs. Traditional Braces

There are distinct differences between Invisalign® and traditional braces. There are even distinct differences between Invisalign® and “clear braces.” The primary difference is that Invisalign® uses a series of clear plastic aligner trays to straighten your teeth. Both traditional and clear braces use brackets attached to the teeth and connected by wires.

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White Fillings

White fillings are a safer, more discreet alternative to traditional metal fillings. They are matched exactly to the color of your tooth to provide a beautiful, natural looking restoration. White fillings are made of a strong composite resin designed to withstand normal chewing pressure. A white filling requires less of your tooth structure to be removed than a traditional metal filling. As a result, it will actually strengthen your tooth.

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Quick and easy tips to improve your smile

I have been asked recently about some easy steps each of us can take to imrove his/her smile. Here are a few quick and inexpensive ways to really give your smile a boost.  Of course there are many ways we can help you improve your smile but the four items I have listed below are some of the most important and least costly.

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Dental Bridges

Dental bridges are used in restorative dentistry to fill in the empty space left by a missing tooth. Dental bridges work by attaching a false tooth to the teeth adjacent to the empty space, thereby “bridging” the void. They are an excellent option for patients who do not have enough bone structure to support a dental implant.

There are three main types of dental bridges:

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Porcelain Fillings

Porcelain fillings are a durable and natural looking restoration for a patient who suffers from tooth decay. These fillings are created from a specially-formulated porcelain composite material which can restore the look and function of your teeth. If you have tooth decay or want to replace old metal fillings, porcelain fillings may be ideal for your needs.

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