A few helpful Invisalign® tips, from Moravec Orthodontics

We've blogged about the advantage of Invisalign treatment with Dr. Moravec in the past, and today thought we'd share a few Invisalign tips with you, our wonderful patients. Many people know that Invisalign is a great solution to braces if you don't want to experience the look and feel of traditional metal braces. What few people know, though, is that just like traditional braces, Invisalign requires proper care to work effectively.

When wearing your Invisalign aligners, Dr. Moravec wants you to ask yourself the following questions:

1. Am I eating with my aligners on? - These aligners are removable and should be taken out when you eat.

2. Am I drinking anything other than water with my aligners on? - Though it's not a necessity for you to take out your aligners while you drink, think about how sticky a soda is. If you take out your aligners when drinking a soda, you have a better chance of keeping your aligners clean.

3. Am I brushing before putting the trays on? - The aligners have both an inside and outside. Keeping the outside clean is easy. Keeping the inside clean is also easy: just make sure you've brushed your teeth before putting the trays on.

These are all very simple steps, and ultimately, they help to keep you building good oral habits. If you have any questions about Invisalign or your treatment here at Moravec Orthodontics, please... give us a call!

Dr. Moravec wants to know: What helps you relax in our office?

Dr. Moravec understands not everyone enjoys visiting their orthodontist. But he wants you to know our caring, highly-trained team strives to bring you the best and most comforting experience at each visit.

Today, we thought we'd ask: What is it about Moravec Orthodontics that makes you comfortable or puts you at ease? Is it something about our pleasant environment? Our amiable staff? Dr. Moravec himself?

Let us know by posting here or by giving us a call!

Have a great weekend!

The advantage of SureSmile® at Moravec Orthodontics

Last week, we shared with you a clip of SureSmile as used on the popular TV show "The Doctors."

This week, we thought we'd remind you about SureSmile technology at Moravec Orthodontics. Does the thought of having braces bring you down? Dr. Moravec understands that one of the biggest concerns for orthodontic patients with braces is the length of their treatment.

But you’re in luck, because Dr. Moravec specializes in SureSmile, high-tech braces that are revolutionizing the orthodontic industry. SureSmile, which combines digital 3-D imaging, has computer-aided treatment planning and customized archwires to straighten teeth about 40 percent faster than traditional braces. The SureSmile program calculates the exact shape and pattern of the teeth and bends and cuts the braces wires, with more precision than traditional braces.

There are three steps. First, Dr. Moravec identifies the initial tooth position with the patented OraScanner, a wand with a tiny camera attached. The OraScanner creates a precise 3-D digital model of your mouth, which is then uploaded into software that lets Dr. Moravec view your mouth and teeth from any angle. Next, the SureSmile system allows us to create your entire treatment plan prior to treatment, using special computer software to analyze the 3-D model of your mouth and develop a custom archwire treatment. Finally, SureSmile’s robotic technology bends Shape Memory Alloy archwires, which can “remember” your prescription.

Results

With SureSmile’s specially programmed archwires, your teeth move more directly into their intended positions. The result for our patients is shortened treatment time and a more comfortable experience in braces.

Once the braces are on it’s only a matter of time before they are taken off revealing beautiful, straight, healthy teeth. With traditional braces a patient is expected to schedule 18 to 20 office visits over two years. With SureSmile, patients average seven to 10 visits and can have their braces off within half the time!

If you’re considering orthodontic treatment, and braces are on the horizon, please contact Moravec Orthodontics at (815) 676.9000.

SureSmile makes the rounds on ABC’s “The Doctors” - Moravec Orthodontics

On a recent episode of ABC's "The Doctors," Dr. Thomas Lee of Oxnard, California, was interviewed in front of a live audience and demonstrated SureSmile technology and discussed treatment benefits for orthodontists and their patients. Dr. Lee's 14-year-old patient, Nina, who had just completed SureSmile treatment, was part of the segment as well, and spoke positively about her SureSmile treatment experience.

SureSmile is a software program that facilitates the precise positioning of a patient’s teeth placement for orthodontic braces. Did you know Dr. Moravec is a certified SureSmile provider? Give us a call and ask for more information! Have a great rest of the week!

--The team at Moravec Orthodontics