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How to get Straight Teeth with Fewer Trips to the Orthodontist

Get a straighter smile without going to the doctor

Get a straighter smile at-home with our Impressions or Impressions+ programs that require significantly less of your time than traditional orthodontic treatments like braces or Invisalign.

Our at-home treatment options allow you to continue living your life while completing your goal of a straighter smile. Go on with your life, but with a new smile!

  • Eat what you want
  • Stop hiding your smile
  • No unsightly braces
  • Less trips to the orthodontist

Say YES to a brighter, straighter smile for less of your $$ and time.

Normally, clear aligner treatment, like Invisalign, requires a trip to the office every 6 to 8 weeks! With treatment lasting up to 2 years, that could mean carving out time for 18 trips to the office! With commute time there, the appointment time, and then your drive home, that could mean sacrificing A LOT of your time.

We have two different levels of at-home treatment ensuring that no matter the severity of your smile issues, we have an option that won’t interfere with your daily life.

Along with hassle-free treatment, enjoy:

  • Treatment that ships your aligned directly to your home
  • FREE Whitening
  • Virtual appointment options
  • Local doctors

Impressions

Impressions transforms your smile from home.

Our original at-home treatment, Impressions, requires the least amount of appointments. Impressions is for the busy moms, work-a-holics, world travelers, and hectic students. Transform your smile with just three appointments!

Appointment 1
Initial Consultation – This appointment is completely free and it can even be done virtually. This is the perfect time to get all of your questions answered and get a good idea for what the rest of your treatment will look like.

Appointment 2
Treatment Kick-off – You will come into one of our Blue Ridge Orthodontics offices for a full exam, 3D imaging scan, and X-rays. Our doctors will evaluate your current smile and your smile goals before creating your treatment plan. We can even show you how your smile will look after treatment!

Appointment 3
Final Evaluation – The moment you’ve been waiting for! You’ve finished all of your trays and are ready to show off your smile to your BRO Team of doctors. We will make sure your new smile is to your liking and send you off to show that smile off to the world!

If you’re extremely busy and only have minor smile issues to correct, this is the dream option for you!

Impressions+

Impressions+, the perfect balance for your life.

Impressions+ is the VIP upgrade to our original treatment! This advanced option includes six appointments, making it easy to fit into your schedule while getting the perfect amount of guidance by your trusted BRO doctors. Impressions+ also includes attachments, small tooth-colored bumps that help the aligner grip onto your teeth to assist in shift alignment. Attachments make at-home treatment possible for more severe orthodontic issues, like overbites, underbites, overlap, or spacing issues, that before could only be treated with Invisalign or braces, ew!

Appointment 1 – Free Consultation
Appointments 2-5 – Progress Evaluations
Appointment 6 – Your final smile reveal

Some of your appointments could even be done virtually! All you have to do is whip out your phone, no matter where you are, and our doctors can make sure that your smile is on track.

If you don’t want to sacrifice a lot of your time but have slightly more severe orthodontic issues, this treatment option was designed just for you!

How can you transform my smile from home?

The answer? Treatment that is mailed directly to your door.

Eight to 10 weeks after your scans you will receive a knock at your door, *hint* it’s your new smile. We will mail you a personalized box including your aligners, FREE whitening gel, and everything you will need for your smile transformation. Want an exclusive peek inside the box? Click here.

Impressions treatment doesn’t skimp on the quality either. Our Impressions team of doctors at Blue Ridge Orthodontics is among the top Invisalign providers in Western North Carolina. This means they’re prepared with the solutions for all of your smile problems. Our doctors understand how to safely shift your teeth, correct alignment for your overall bite health, and the clear aligned process from start to finish. Our aligners are even made out of the SAME materials as Invisalign!

Schedule a FREE Virtual consultation to find out how you can get top-quality treatment for less time AND money. Fill out the form below!

Less time, less $$ the same great quality treatment

Fill out the form below to start your journey to your #ImpressionSmile!

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4 Ways to Clean Your Invisible Aligners at-home

Invisible Aligners, can only stay "invisible" when cleaned regularly.

Invisible aligners, like the ones that we use for Impressions, were designed to make your dental correction easier and more convenient. Cleaning your aligners, however, can be a bit of a pain, especially if you’re unsure how to do it properly. If you have purchased invisible aligners to correct your smile, you’ve made a big investment and we want to make sure you know how to keep them clean and clear!

 

Just like brushing and flossing your teeth, cleaning your aligners is essential to maintaining the health of your mouth. Depending on your diet, you’ll want to make sure that you are cleaning your aligners regularly to keep them clear. Without the proper cleaning regimen, your aligners may become cloudy from food and plaque residue.

Here are 4 ways to clean your invisible aligners:

  1. Clean aligners with non-whitening toothpaste.
  2. Soak aligners in hydrogen peroxide and water mixture.
  3. Soak aligners in a clear retainer cleaner solution.
  4. Use cleaning crystals to remove plaque from your invisible aligners.

(Please note: These tips suggest using warm water when cleaning your aligners, but you should never clean with hot water.)

1) Non-Whitening ToothpasteNon-whitening Toothpaste

Probably the easiest way to clean your aligners is just by using some toothpaste and a toothbrush. Use warm water, a gentle toothpaste (one formulated for children or sensitive teeth can work well), and a soft toothbrush to brush your aligners gently.

You do want to make sure that you’re using a more gentle, non-whitening toothpaste formula. Whitening toothpaste can have abrasive ingredients that will scratch your aligners, making it easier for bacteria and other germs to stick around.

2) PeroxideSoak aligners in hydrogen peroxide and water mixture.

The same properties in hydrogen peroxide that make it a good disinfectant also make it good for cleaning your aligners.

Combine equal parts hydrogen peroxide to warm water, stirring completely. Add invisible aligners to the mixture and allow them to soak for 30 minutes before removing them and rinsing them with cool water.

3) Retainer Cleaner

Soak aligners in clear retainer cleaning solution.

Retainer cleaner is a convenient option for easy cleaning that is available to order online. Retainer Brite cleaning tablets are a great option.

Add a single tablet to a cup of warm water, dissolving it into the water thoroughly. After stirring, soak invisible aligners into the solution for 15-20 minutes before rinsing.

4) Cleaning CrystalsUse cleaning crystals to remove plaque from your invisible aligners.

Cleaning crystals were specially designed by Invisalign to remove plaque, keeping aligners clean, hygienic and odor-free. Though more expensive than all the other options一a pack of 50 cleaning crystals costs $50一crystals are a reliable way to keep your aligners clean.

Dissolve a single pack into a cup of warm water, stirring until the crystals and water have formed a solution. Soak aligners into the solution for 15 minutes before rinsing them in cool water thoroughly.

Key Tips

Remember to always use warm water to make a soaking solution–anything too hot may warp the shape of your aligners and cost you big bucks to fix. If you’re unsure whether or not the temperature of your water is suitable, stick the tip of your finger in to test it.

After you’ve soaked your aligners, rinse them thoroughly with cool water to wash away any leftover solution. Getting a mouthful of watered-down hydrogen peroxide isn’t going to taste very good!

It’s best to only wear your aligners when your teeth are clean and free of food. Do what you can to brush and floss your teeth before inserting your aligners. Be prepared by packing yourself a travel cleaning kit including a toothbrush, toothpaste, floss and mouthwash that you can bring with you everywhere. This will keep both your teeth and your aligners healthy and free of bad odors or problematic germs.

While it’s good to give your aligners a thorough clean every week or so, on occasion you can use mouthwash to kill a bit of bacteria and give your aligners a fresh taste. Dilute mouthwash with warm water and soak aligners briefly for a quick rinse.

Make your Investment Last

Invisible aligners offer so much一they are a reliable and effective way to correct orthodontic issues without having to sacrifice your confidence or quality of life. It’s up to you as the patient to keep your aligners clean and hygienic so that they stay invisible throughout the duration of your treatment. You want to finish your smile journey with teeth that are straighter, whiter and healthier than ever before.

If you are interested in learning more about aligners, contact us to set up an appointment. Impressions is the at-home aligner treatment option for those who need mild to moderate correction at a fraction of the cost of Invisalign. Find out if you’re a candidate today!

Ask about free whitening! Get a straighter, brighter smile - for less!

Fill out the form below to start your journey to your #ImpressionSmile!

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