Your smile is the first thing that many people will notice when they meet you. A healthy and attractive smile can improve your confidence, knowing that you like what you see in the mirror and that others find your smile engaging. But what if you aren’t happy because your teeth are crooked? Or worse, what if your crooked teeth are causing other dental issues? Luckily, there are several options for smile correction available with Dr. Devin S. Cochran and the team at Cochran Orthodontics in San Antonio, Texas including the SureSmile system of orthodontic treatment.
What is SureSmile?
SureSmile uses traditional orthodontic tools including brackets on the teeth and an archwire but is significantly more advanced and effective than traditional metal braces. SureSmile is a technologically advanced orthodontics system that uses 3D imaging to not only model the realignment of your teeth but to create a customized archwire to more quickly and effectively move your teeth.
How does it work?
The first step in SureSmile orthodontic treatment is a 3D scan of the teeth which is used to create a digital model. The model is used to simulate different treatment options to help make decisions about the best treatments. It also allows Dr. Cochran to plan the movement of the teeth, allowing for greater precision and efficiency in treatment. Once the treatment plan is complete, the model is used to create an archwire, customized to specifically address the alignment issues of the individual patient. While traditional archwires are more generic and the dentist shapes them by hand, the SureSmile system ensures that the wire is bent to address specific alignment issues leading to faster and more precise treatment. In addition to the improved digital and archwire technology, SureSmile also uses indirect bonding of brackets. The digital technology allows the doctor to plan and execute the placement more accurately. The brackets are adjustable and are easier to remove. This results in not only more comfortable visits for the patient but also less time in the chair for treatment.
What are the benefits of SureSmile?
There are a wide variety of benefits to the SureSmile system ranging from better control over treatment and outcomes to customized wires and placement of brackets. Ultimately, the benefits are that due to the advanced technology involved in SureSmile treatment you get the smile that you want and expect, in less time.
If you are unhappy with your smile or the alignment of your teeth, make an appointment with Dr. Cochran at Cochran Orthodontics to see if SureSmile is the best option for you.
