Short-Term Orthodontics
Boost Your Confidence
Achieve Results Quickly With Short-Term Orthodontics in Houston
Spending years wearing braces isn't most people's ideal situation for straightening their teeth. However, that doesn't mean you want to avoid orthodontic treatment completely. There are so many benefits you gain by having straight teeth. Fortunately, you have the option of short-term orthodontics in Houston.
This modern approach allows you to gain the smile you want without lengthy treatment while fitting easily into your lifestyle with removable aligners. You'll feel confident during and after your treatment as the system discreetly straightens your teeth without anyone noticing. Plus, you'll need fewer visits to the dentist throughout your treatment.
Make your next appointment at Paul Lee, DDS. We're open as early as 7:30 a.m.
Get Straighter Teeth Without Braces
Be Discreet
Clear aligners make it easier for many adults to get the smiles they want.
Save Time
You could complete your orthodontic treatment in as little as 12 months.
Metal-Free Treatment
Feel comfortable & confident while improving your smile with aligners.
We Offer Fast & Effective Orthodontics
At our practice, we use clear aligners to straighten your teeth quickly. You can choose from two popular brands: Invisalign and SureSmile. These discreet orthodontic solutions mean you won't spend years wearing braces.
However, not everyone is a good candidate for aligners. That's why Dr. Lee will begin by taking digital X-rays and scans of your teeth. You may need a different solution to treat your smile most effectively. If it's purely a cosmetic problem, you may want dental veneers. They are an even faster solution for straight teeth.
If aligners are right for you, here is what you can expect:
- Using our digital scanner, we will take impressions of your teeth. This information is used to create your custom aligners.
- Your clear aligners are made at a special lab. When they are ready, you will pick them up at our office.
- You'll wear each aligner set for a few weeks. You'll then switch to the next aligners in your treatment plan. Keep in mind, you'll need to wear your aligners 20 to 22 hours a day.
- You will visit our practice every six to eight weeks for checkups. It's how we make sure everything is going smoothly.
- After 12 to 18 months, your treatment will be complete. We'll create a custom retainer, so you can maintain the beautiful results of your orthodontics.
Call 713-574-1414 for short-term orthodontics in Houston. You can also request an appointment online.
Frequently Asked Questions About Short-Term Orthodontics
What is short-term orthodontics?
Short-term orthodontics are alternatives to standard metal braces. Just like their name implies, these orthodontic options will straighten teeth quicker than braces, giving you a new smile in a shorter time frame. At our practice, we offer Invisalign and SureSmile, both of which give orthodontic patients a straighter smile in months rather than years. We also provide preventive orthodontics that can help children avoid full treatment with braces.
How much do short-term orthodontics cost?
Are short-term orthodontics painful?
Because we're moving teeth with full-grown roots, there is often some discomfort with short-term orthodontic treatment. However, it will be minimal in the skilled hands of Dr. Lee. With Invisalign or SureSmile, you'll enjoy comfortable treatment courtesy of smooth, metal-free plastic teeth aligners. They fit snugly over your teeth without using any brackets or wires.
