SureSmile Clear Aligners – Cary, NC
A Subtle and Smart Way to Straighten Smiles
Ready to fix misaligned teeth without the hassle of “metal mouth?” SureSmile clear aligners in Cary make it easy to achieve a beautifully straight smile with comfort and convenience. Using a series of transparent trays custom-made just for you, Dr. Bikram Singh helps gently move your teeth into alignment over time. Whether you want to fix crowding, close gaps, or refine your bite, SureSmile offers a flexible and discreet way to straighten your smile while staying out of sight.
Why Choose Cary Dental Rejuvenation for SureSmile?
- Advanced Digital Dental Impression System
- Highly Experienced and Friendly Dentist
- Special Offers for Dental Savings Available
How SureSmile Works
SureSmile uses a series of precision-made, removable aligners that fit snugly over your teeth. Each set of trays applies gentle, consistent pressure to move your teeth using a process known as bone remodeling. This occurs when jawbone is slowly broken down in the direction your tooth is moving and rebuilt behind it.
The SureSmile process begins with a consultation with Dr. Singh. He’ll first take highly accurate digital impressions using our advanced 3D scanner.
From there, a detailed treatment plan is created, and your aligners are designed at the SureSmile labs.
Once you receive your trays, you’ll wear each set for about two weeks before switching to the next one in the series. With regular progress checks, you’ll be able to watch your smile transform over the next 6 to 18 months.
Who Can SureSmile Help
SureSmile is great for adults and teens who want a comfortable, subtle way to correct alignment issues. They’re flexible enough, especially with accessories, to solve a variety of problems.
Crowded Teeth
Aligners gently create space between overlapping or rotated teeth, improving comfort and aesthetics. This not only makes your smile look better, but it also makes oral hygiene much easier.
Gaps Between Teeth
If you have unwanted spaces between multiple teeth, SureSmile can gently bring them closer together for a more balanced, confident smile.
Bite Alignment
Whether you suffer from an overbite, underbite, crossbite, or open bite, these clear aligners can help restore symmetry and comfort.
The Benefits of SureSmile
SureSmile makes it easy to achieve a gorgeous grin without the challenges associated with traditional metal braces. That’s why so many patients choose to straighten their teeth with clear aligners! If you are considering this orthodontic treatment as well, then keep reading to learn a few of the many benefits that you’ll enjoy.
Discreet Appearance
Let’s start with one of the biggest benefits of SureSmile: the aligners are virtually undetectable. As a result, you can keep your orthodontic treatment private. In fact, even the coworkers, friends, and family members you see on a daily basis may have a hard time telling when you’re wearing your trays!
Important reminder: Your aligners will start to discolor if you don’t take good care of them. So, make sure that you incorporate good habits into your routine, like rinsing them with clean, cool water each time you take them off.
Comfortable Fit
Another perk of choosing metal-free braces: they are considerably more comfortable. SureSmile aligners are actually crafted from ultra-thin proprietary thermoplastic and custom-made to fit the contours of your teeth perfectly. So, outside of the occasional soreness from the movement of your teeth, you should experience minimal irritation during the teeth-straightening process.
Fewer Appointments
Unlike metal braces, SureSmile does not require monthly adjustment appointments. So, you’ll spend less time in the treatment chair overall! This is a huge perk, particularly for patients who are parents, who are going to school, or who have a demanding work schedule.
Important reminder: Always wear your aligners to your follow-up visits – even if you are switching to the next set in the series shortly after!
No Dietary Restrictions
Since SureSmile aligners are removable, they don’t come with the same dietary restrictions that traditional braces do. In fact, you’re free to eat all of your favorite foods as long as you remove your trays first. Outside of that, the only thing we ask is that you limit your intake of added sugar and exercise caution with extremely crunchy foods, like hard pretzels.
Hassle-Free Dental Care
Since traditional braces are bonded securely in place, patients need to adjust their oral hygiene regimen (many even need to buy special products, like interproximal toothbrushes). That’s not the case with SureSmile! Since the aligners are removable, you can brush, floss, and rinse with mouthwash like usual. The only change you’ll need to make to your routine is taking care of your trays to prevent them from staining, warping, or breaking.
Living with SureSmile Aligners
If you are seeking an alternative solution to traditional orthodontics for straightening your smile, you might benefit from SureSmile Aligners. Many patients choose this treatment because the transparent trays are considered more comfortable and discreet than braces, but that doesn’t mean this is the best solution to meet everyone’s individual needs.
It’s important to be well-informed about what’s involved with this treatment before deciding to proceed. With that in mind, continue reading to learn more about what the day-to-day experience is like with SureSmile Aligners!
Wearing Your Trays
This service utilizes clear trays that are designed to fit snugly over your arches to exert gentle but consistent pressure to shift your teeth. You must wear them for 20 to 22 hours daily to prevent your teeth from reverting to their original positions. Then, after a week or two, you’ll be directed to switch to the next set in your series to continue your treatment’s forward progress.
Cleaning Your Aligners
Your aligners can become stained or cloudy if plaque forms on their surfaces, so it’s essential to remove them twice daily to wash them. You can scrub all sides with a soft-bristle toothbrush and clear dish soap, then rinse them off before reinserting them.
Remember to use lukewarm or cooler water because hot temperatures can warp the plastic material so that your trays no longer fit correctly.
Eating & Drinking
One of the reasons so many people choose SureSmile Aligners is that there are no dietary restrictions because the trays are removable. They’re not intended to be in your mouth to eat or drink anything other than water, and should be removed and placed in their protective case while you eat.
Rinsing your mouth out before putting them back in can help clear away leftover food, germs, and other debris that can otherwise become trapped against your teeth and gums the remainder of the day, increasing the risk of cavities and gum disease.
Losing or Damaging a Tray
You’re not the first patient to lose a tray and undoubtedly won’t be the last, but it’s important to contact our team and let us know as soon as possible to avoid interrupting your treatment timeline.
Dr. Singh can provide instructions on how to proceed based on how long you wore the missing or broken aligner. For instance, if it was new, he might ask that you revert back to the previous ones, though you might be asked to wear the next set in your series earlier than initially anticipated.
Routine Check-Ins
You’ll be required to schedule routine check-ins, usually every four to eight weeks, depending on your treatment plan. These appointments are often as brief as 15 to 30 minutes, and allow us to ensure that your teeth are moving as intended and to provide the next aligners you’ll be asked to wear. This also enables us to assess the fit of your trays and, if necessary, adjust your treatment plan based on your current progress.
Understanding the Cost of SureSmile
Right about now, you might be wondering, “How much does SureSmile cost?” Since there isn’t a one-size-fits-all treatment plan, we cannot provide you with a price estimate until your consultation. We can, however, discuss the different factors that play a role. So, if you are interested in learning more on the topic leading up to your appointment, read on!
Factors That Affect the Cost of SureSmile
The cost of SureSmile in Cary varies depending on your needs, which means that every case is different. During your consultation with Dr. Singh, he will determine:
- If any preliminary treatments are needed
- The complexity of your case
- How many aligners must be made
- The type of retainer that’s needed
Then, he can design your custom treatment plan, provide you with an estimate of the cost, and discuss the different financial solutions that are available.
SureSmile vs. Mail-In Aligners: Which Costs More?
Have you seen commercials on TV or ads on social media for mail-order aligners? If so, you know that they often tout their lower upfront cost. While they do typically cost less than SureSmile, it’s likely not for the reason you think. In addition to usually skipping the initial exam, these alternatives often aren’t overseen by licensed dental professionals and rely on DIY impressions. As a result, many patients end up experiencing worsened misalignment and dental damage, which requires even more time and money to correct. For all of those reasons, we strongly recommend choosing a reputable, safe, and reliable orthodontic treatment, even if doing so requires a higher investment.
Does Dental Insurance Cover SureSmile?
Some dental insurance providers do cover a portion of the cost of orthodontic treatments like SureSmile. That’s why we always encourage our patients to read through the fine print on their plan and call the helpline with any questions that they have. Of course, you’re always welcome to talk to our team as well! We’re proud to be in-network with most major PPO dental insurance plans, and we’d be more than happy to assist with the process of utilizing your available benefits. So, don’t hesitate to provide us with your membership information when you call to schedule an appointment.
Options for Making SureSmile Affordable
If you don’t have dental insurance, or your dental insurance doesn’t cover any of your treatment costs, that’s okay! Our patients can also save with:
- Our Special Offers – Throughout the year, we offer rotating special promotions, like clear aligners for as low as $137 a month.
- Flexible Financing – SureSmile financing in Cary is available through both CareCredit and Sunbit.
- Our Smile Savings Program – Joining comes with several benefits, including 15% off any treatment received at our office.
Simply put, no matter what your financial situation is, we’ll help you find a way to make your new smile more accessible.