Get Straight Teeth with SureSmile® Clear Aligners
If you’re looking to straighten your teeth without the look or hassle of traditional braces, SureSmile® clear aligners could be your ideal solution. This advanced orthodontic treatment helps adults and teens achieve straighter teeth discreetly and comfortably — no wires or brackets required.
Benefits of SureSmile Clear Braces
- Speed: Get straighter teeth in as little as 6–12 months — significantly faster than traditional braces, which average 18–24 months.
- Appearance: SureSmile trays are nearly invisible, so you can straighten your teeth without anyone noticing.
- Hygiene: The aligners are removable, which allows you to brush and floss normally and keep your teeth and gums healthy.
- Convenience: Enjoy your favorite foods without restriction. Simply remove your aligners during meals and pop them back in when you’re done.
SureSmile vs. Invisalign® Clear Braces
- Daily Wear Time: Both require 20–22 hours per day for best results.
- Visibility: Both are discreet; SureSmile uses a frosted finish while Invisalign features a matte look.
- Treatment Duration: SureSmile averages 6–18 months, while Invisalign may take 12–18 months or longer (up to 5 years).
- Affordability: SureSmile is generally more budget-friendly ($2,000–$6,000 vs. Invisalign’s $3,000–$8,000).
Each time I visit, it is always a positive experience. The dentists are great, as well as the staffs. Getting braces as an adult is no fun, but the process has been so smooth with them. I will recommend them to anyone!Norlen I, Patient
Am I a Candidate for SureSmile Clear Braces?
SureSmile clear aligners can treat many common bite and alignment issues. You may be a candidate if you have:
Condition:
Crowding
Crowding
Description:
Overlap of teeth caused by insufficient space within the dental arch (a.k.a. arch length discrepancy)
Overlap of teeth caused by insufficient space within the dental arch (a.k.a. arch length discrepancy)
Potential Problem(s):
Hard to clean teeth increases the risk of periodontal disease, tooth and/or bone loss.
Hard to clean teeth increases the risk of periodontal disease, tooth and/or bone loss.
Condition:
Spacing
Spacing
Description:
Excess space between teeth as a result of missing teeth, undersized teeth, oversized jaws or a combination of these conditions (a.k.a. arch length excess)
Excess space between teeth as a result of missing teeth, undersized teeth, oversized jaws or a combination of these conditions (a.k.a. arch length excess)
Potential Problem(s):
Food trapped in spaces and not easily removed with brushing increases risk for gum soreness and periodontal disease.
Food trapped in spaces and not easily removed with brushing increases risk for gum soreness and periodontal disease.
Condition:
Diastema
Diastema
Description:
A gap between the upper front teeth, often caused by tongue pressure against the teeth instead of the roof of the mouth. Teeth straightening in Yuma and Fortuna Foothills with SureSmile clear aligners can close this gap discreetly.
A gap between the upper front teeth, often caused by tongue pressure against the teeth instead of the roof of the mouth. Teeth straightening in Yuma and Fortuna Foothills with SureSmile clear aligners can close this gap discreetly.
Potential Problem(s):
Same risks as general spacing issues. Diastemas can also be a sign of gum disease due to inflammation pushing teeth apart.
Same risks as general spacing issues. Diastemas can also be a sign of gum disease due to inflammation pushing teeth apart.
Condition:
Crossbite
Crossbite
Description:
One or more upper teeth sit inside the lower arch instead of outside it. Clear aligners in Yuma can correct crossbites without the look of traditional metal braces.
One or more upper teeth sit inside the lower arch instead of outside it. Clear aligners in Yuma can correct crossbites without the look of traditional metal braces.
Potential Problem(s):
Unprotected tooth-to-tooth collision increases the risk of occlusal trauma, which can lead to premature wear, periodontal disease, and bone and tooth loss.
Unprotected tooth-to-tooth collision increases the risk of occlusal trauma, which can lead to premature wear, periodontal disease, and bone and tooth loss.
Condition:
Deep Bite
Deep Bite
Description:
The upper front teeth overlap the lower front teeth by an excessive amount. Invisible teeth aligners in Yuma can gradually correct deep bites without the discomfort of traditional brackets and wires.
The upper front teeth overlap the lower front teeth by an excessive amount. Invisible teeth aligners in Yuma can gradually correct deep bites without the discomfort of traditional brackets and wires.
Potential Problem(s):
Deep bites can strain jaw joints and facial muscles, leading to soreness. Grinding and clenching may cause gum recession, increasing the risk of periodontal disease. Lower front teeth are also at higher risk for wear and chipping.
Deep bites can strain jaw joints and facial muscles, leading to soreness. Grinding and clenching may cause gum recession, increasing the risk of periodontal disease. Lower front teeth are also at higher risk for wear and chipping.
Condition:
Edge-to-Edge Bite
Edge-to-Edge Bite
Description:
The upper and lower front teeth meet tip-to-tip with no overbite or overjet. Teeth straightening in Fortuna Foothills with SureSmile aligners can help shift teeth into a healthier position.
The upper and lower front teeth meet tip-to-tip with no overbite or overjet. Teeth straightening in Fortuna Foothills with SureSmile aligners can help shift teeth into a healthier position.
Potential Problem(s):
This position puts front teeth at risk for abnormal wear and occlusal trauma, which over time can lead to periodontal disease, bone loss, and tooth loss.
This position puts front teeth at risk for abnormal wear and occlusal trauma, which over time can lead to periodontal disease, bone loss, and tooth loss.
Condition:
Open Bite
Open Bite
Description:
The upper and lower teeth don’t make contact when the mouth is fully closed. Anterior open bites are most common. Clear aligners in Fortuna Foothills are an effective, low-profile option for correcting this condition.
The upper and lower teeth don’t make contact when the mouth is fully closed. Anterior open bites are most common. Clear aligners in Fortuna Foothills are an effective, low-profile option for correcting this condition.
Potential Problem(s):
Patients often experience pain or difficulty with chewing, biting, and swallowing. Excess pressure on the back teeth raises the risk of premature wear, gum recession, loose teeth, and bone loss.
Patients often experience pain or difficulty with chewing, biting, and swallowing. Excess pressure on the back teeth raises the risk of premature wear, gum recession, loose teeth, and bone loss.
Condition:
Underbite
Underbite
Description:
The lower front teeth or jaw sit in front of the upper front teeth or jaw. Also called a Class III malocclusion. Teeth straightening in Yuma with invisible aligners can address mild to moderate underbites without surgery.
The lower front teeth or jaw sit in front of the upper front teeth or jaw. Also called a Class III malocclusion. Teeth straightening in Yuma with invisible aligners can address mild to moderate underbites without surgery.
Potential Problem(s):
When back teeth don’t fit together properly, the uneven force distribution can increase the risk of bruxism, TMD, premature wear, gum recession, loose teeth, and bone loss.
When back teeth don’t fit together properly, the uneven force distribution can increase the risk of bruxism, TMD, premature wear, gum recession, loose teeth, and bone loss.
Frequently Asked Questions About SureSmile Clear Aligners
- No goop or gagging
- Instant digital treatment previews
- Better-fitting aligners and outcomes
Straighten Your Teeth with SureSmile Aligners in Yuma and Fortuna Foothills!
We’re proud to offer SureSmile aligners to patients in Yuma and Fortuna Foothills who are ready to improve their smile discreetly and comfortably. Whether you’re correcting crowding, spacing, or bite issues, SureSmile offers a modern path to straighter teeth and lasting confidence.
Ready to learn more? Contact The Yuma Dentist today or click below to request an appointment and get started with SureSmile!
