Direct-to-consumer (DTC) clear aligner treatments have flooded the market lately! Anywhere you turn, you’re liable to see an advertisement for at-home clear aligners with no trips to the orthodontist necessary. We get why DTC clear aligner companies have become so popular, because we understand how busy you are, and how important it is for… Read more »
In some cases, it’s simple to tell if you need orthodontic treatment. Say your bottom teeth are crowding in the front, or your top teeth have a gap that’s causing a speech impediment. Maybe your child’s baby teeth are shedding, and his or her adult teeth are growing noticeably out of alignment. In these… Read more »
Now that you decided on a type of clear braces, whether they’re ceramic braces or Invisalign® aligners, you’re probably super eager to begin your treatment. Just like anything else you try for the first time, you may have some initial questions and concerns. If you’re wondering how to maintain the transparency of your clear… Read more »
The “one-size-fits-all” rule works fairly well with scarves and slippers, but does it work with orthodontic treatment? Not necessarily! Any orthodontic treatment you choose will be custom-crafted to fit the unique arch of your teeth, especially your Invisalign® clear aligners. Imagine wearing a one-size-fits-all clear aligner, fitted to the small mouths of early teens… Read more »
The odds of winning the lottery tomorrow? 175,000,000 to 1. (But still possible.) The odds of receiving a crash course on the ins and outs of clear aligners and Invisalign® aligners right here, right now? 100% in your favor. You’ve probably heard of clear aligners and Invisalign® aligners, but maybe you haven’t heard enough yet.… Read more »
You’re a pro at parenting, because you understand the art of multitasking. Knocking out two birds with one stone is your specialty. That’s why clear aligners are the ideal option for your student athlete. Clear aligners and Invisalign® aligners straighten your child’s teeth while he or she plays team sports. We don’t have to tell… Read more »
If you’ve visited Spillers Orthodontics recently, you know that we’re all about digital technology. Our office utilizes 3D digital X-ray, 3D imaging, 3D printing and intraoral scanning. Intraoral scanning is especially appealing to our patients. It eliminates the need for tray and putty impressions that so many patients dislike and creates a more comfortable, relaxing… Read more »
Spillers Orthodontics is proud to announce some exciting news about our very own Dr. Don Spillers! Align Technology, Inc., the very same company that makes Invisalign® clear aligners, has recently added Dr. Spillers to its teaching staff. Dr. Spillers began using Invisalign to treat smiles in 1999. Since then, he has treated over 1,800 patients… Read more »
Our twelve-year-old patient, Ava, is wearing Invisalign Teen® and has agreed to share her treatment journey at Spillers Orthodontics with you. Ava, a budding actress, was thrilled to learn she could straighten her teeth in less time and without anyone ever knowing by choosing Invisalign Teen over traditional braces. Here’s an update on Ava’s… Read more »
Having a straight smile is very important to teenagers. Most teens spend years wearing braces to achieve the perfect smile. Invisalign Teen is a clear alternative to braces that more teens are embracing today because of its many benefits. Our 12-year-old patient, Ava, is wearing Invisalign Teen and has agreed to share her treatment journey… Read more »
