ClearCorrect® – Fair Oaks, CA

Discreetly Bring Your Teeth into the Perfect Alignment

These days, bracket-and-wire braces are far from your only option for fixing crooked teeth. Within the last two decades, aligner systems like ClearCorrect® have taken the world by storm. With ClearCorrect® from our Fair Oaks cosmetic dentist, adults and teenagers alike can achieve perfectly straight teeth without drawing any unwanted attention to their smiles in the process. To learn more about this teeth-straightening solution, call RnR Dentistry today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rivera!

Why Choose RnR Dentistry for ClearCorrect®?

  • Digital Scanner for Goop-Free Dental Impressions
  • Friendly Dentist & Team in a Relaxing Dental Office
  • Preview Your End Results with Virtual Smile Design

How ClearCorrect® Works

Dentist holding clear aligner with blue glove

Instead of guiding your teeth into proper alignment with metal brackets and wires, ClearCorrect® achieves the same outcome with clear, custom-made trays. Each one is designed to fit you perfectly and apply just the right amount of pressure to move your teeth a step closer to their ideal positions. Then, the process begins again when you transition to the next set in the series. Since the aligners are basically invisible, you’ll have an unobstructed view of the progress along the way too!

Who ClearCorrect® Can Help

Woman smiling while holding clear aligner

Good news: ClearCorrect® has helped patients with crooked teeth, noticeable gaps, and just about everything in between! So, if you are interested in straightening your teeth with clear aligners, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us; there’s a good chance that you’re a candidate. You can also read on to learn about the common orthodontic problems this discreet orthodontic treatment can correct.

Crowded Teeth

There was once a time when overcrowding could only be addressed with metal braces. That’s no longer the case! ClearCorrect® can move your teeth into their properly aligned positions discreetly and comfortably. Plus, the average treatment timeline is only 12-18 months.

Gaps Between Teeth

If you have a considerable gap between your two front teeth or several smaller spaces throughout your smile, there’s a good chance that ClearCorrect® is an option. If we determine that you’re a candidate, then we will have a custom series of aligners made to gently and gradually close the gaps.

Bite Alignment

Do your upper teeth jut out considerably? Maybe you have the opposite problem: your lower teeth sit in front of your upper ones. Rest assured, ClearCorrect® may be an option. The best way to find out is by scheduling a consultation with us so we can assess the severity of your case.

The Benefits of ClearCorrect®

Man in white shirt smiling outside

ClearCorrect® uses a series of see-through plastic aligner trays that gradually and discreetly bring your teeth into perfect alignment. Once these aligners are on your teeth, most of the people around you shouldn’t even be able to notice. Not only that, but the aligners are also removable, so you won’t have to deal with any restrictions in terms of what you eat and how you clean your teeth. Plus, ClearCorrect® has a much faster average treatment time than metal braces (about 12-18 months!).

Understanding the Cost of ClearCorrect

Understanding the cost of ClearCorrect can make it easier to justify this important self-care

ClearCorrect aligners are clear trays that fit over your teeth to gradually improve their alignment, much like traditional braces can. But unlike traditional braces, treatment with ClearCorrect is often much faster and more discreet. If you’re interested in learning more about ClearCorrect to determine if it’s a good value for you or your family, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our friendly office team, or schedule a consultation for more customized information.

Factors that Affect the Cost of ClearCorrect 

Factors that affect the cost of ClearCorrect include how long your treatment will take

The cost of ClearCorrect can vary from patient to patient based on several important factors, including:

  • Whether you’re straightening one arch or both. Typically, it is best to straighten both at the same time; however, there are exceptions.
  • The overall complexity of the tooth movements necessary (for example, if you are only correcting a minor gap, you will likely pay less than someone with severely crooked teeth).
  • The proposed length of your treatment (the longer your treatment, the more aligners you will need, and the higher your cost will be).
  • Your compliance with treatment, such as wearing the aligners as prescribed to finish treatment on schedule.

ClearCorrect vs. Mail-In Aligners: Which Costs More?

Unlike mail-in aligners, ClearCorrect prices include personalized care from your dentist

If all you’re searching for is a “quick fix” at a low cost, mail in aligners are the “clear” winner. However, it’s important to remember that mail-in aligners are typically very “do-it-yourself” and have almost no professional oversight. This means that not only can a lot go wrong during treatment, but you also may not realize there’s a problem until it’s too late. At that point, you’d need to see a professional, adding even more to your total cost and wiping out any “savings” over ClearCorrect.

With ClearCorrect, you have the benefit of oversight by Dr. Rivera every step of the way, as well as professionally made, highly accurate impressions, and a smoother, more effective treatment process overall. If peace of mind is important, the cost of ClearCorrect is well worth it.

Does Dental Insurance Cover ClearCorrect?4

Your dental insurance may partially cover treatment with ClearCorrect

Only some dental insurance plans provide coverage for orthodontic treatment, and ClearCorrect is typically left out of this, but not always. Therefore, it is a good idea to check with your dental insurance provider to verify your benefits. Our office team is happy to assist you with this if you need help.

You can also use your FSA account to help cover the cost.

Options for Making ClearCorrect Affordable

RNR Dentistry accepts several financing options to make ClearCorrect more affordable

In addition to happily accepting dental insurance, we are proud to offer several other options to make your ClearCorrect treatment more affordable, including:

  • Dental Membership Plan – Our dental membership plan offers discounts on some treatments. Please ask our office team for more information and for specific details about this program.
  • Financing through CareCredit – CareCredit is a third-party financial program that can help break your treatment cost into affordable, low-to-no interest monthly payments.

At RNR Dentistry, we’re ready to assist you in aligning your smile with ClearCorrect. If you’d like more information about this comfortable, effective treatment, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Rivera today, and we’ll be happy to discuss financial details at that time.

ClearCorrect FAQs

How Long Will I Need to Wear My Aligners Per Day?

You should wear your aligners for a minimum of 20 hours a day. Any less than that and your chances of falling off-track with your treatment plan increase immensely. That’s why we recommend only taking your trays off when it’s absolutely necessary, like when it’s time to eat, and that you put them back on as soon as you’re done brushing your teeth.

Tip: Having trouble wearing your aligners for the recommended amount of time? Try creating a schedule with the help of the stopwatch on your phone. That way, keeping them on for 20 hours a day eventually becomes second nature.

Can You Get ClearCorrect After Braces?

It’s possible, yes! So, if you experienced orthodontic relapse in the months or years after your time with braces, and you want to have a straight smile again, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with our dedicated dentist, Dr. Ramona Rivera! Once she has reviewed your dental history, ensured your teeth and gums are healthy, and assessed the severity of your case, she can determine if you’re a good candidate for ClearCorrect.

What Should I Do if My ClearCorrect Tray Broke?

Let’s start with what you shouldn’t do: you shouldn’t use superglue to piece your aligners back together or move onto the next set in the series unless instructed to do so. Instead, you should call our Fair Oaks dental office right away to share what happened. Once we have all the details and have a chance to see where you are in the teeth-straightening process, we can determine the best way to get you back on-track with your treatment plan.

Will I Need to Wear a Retainer After ClearCorrect Treatment?

Yes! In fact, wearing a retainer is a crucial part of the retention phase. Without it, your teeth could easily move back into their previously misaligned positions, wasting the time and money you invested in ClearCorrect in the process. To prevent that from happening, we will have a custom retainer made and provide you with detailed instructions on how often to wear it and how to take care of it so it lasts.

How Long Does ClearCorrect Take?

Since no two treatment plans are exactly the same, we can’t provide you with an accurate estimate here. We can, however, share that the average treatment timeline with clear aligners is only 12-18 months. Traditional braces, on the other hand, can take well over two years.  So, if you have an event coming up that you want to look and feel your best for – whether it’s your wedding or a dream vacation – don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us to see if you’re a candidate for ClearCorrect.