When you think of braces, it’s easy to focus on the perfectly straight smile at the journey’s end. And while there’s no denying that’s a huge perk, the truth is, braces do so much more than just make your teeth look great. At Dental Wellness Phoenixville, we believe that the real magic of orthodontics lies in the many ways it can boost your overall oral health—sometimes in ways you might not even expect. Let’s dive in on some surprising…

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Every smile is unique, and every smile is beautiful in its own way. While we think it’s important to appreciate all the little differences that make us special, we’ve also seen how something as seemingly small as fixing a gap between teeth can dramatically change someone’s confidence. We’re all about boosting self-esteem! While braces can certainly handle even the most severe teeth misalignment, many people wonder if clear aligners are an option for fixing gaps…

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Most teenagers need braces to help straighten out their smiles, but there are more orthodontic options for them than just traditional metal braces! At Dental Wellness Phoenixville, we offer two alternatives to metal braces: Invisalign® and Six Month Smiles®. Both use clear aligner therapy to subtly shift teeth into their desired positions. Here are some of the differences between Invisalign and Six Month Smiles.

What Is Clear Aligner Therapy?

Both Invisalign and Six Month Smiles use…

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Many people don’t like the appearance of braces. They often don’t want their teeth-straightening efforts to be visible. Luckily, there are a couple of options available at Dental Wellness Phoenixville to people that want to straighten their teeth discreetly.

Invisalign

Invisalign® is a popular alternative to traditional metal braces. They don’t draw any unnecessary attention because they look almost invisible. Invisalign aligners are made from clear and medical-grade plastic and can be…

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Most people would probably agree that the most difficult part of having to wear braces is that they are noticeable for people to see. This is especially difficult for tween and teenagers who are so focused on appearances and are afraid kids will make fun of them. It is not easy for adults either though. A mouth full of metal braces can make a grown man or woman feel like they are back in middle school again.

Luckily today there…

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We all want our cake and eat it too, right? We want the gorgeous smile without having to suffer for it. For a long time that wasn’t possible because metal braces were your only option to straighten your teeth. Luckily today that is not the case.

Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment that is practically invisible and because the aligners are removable there are fewer restrictions and brushing and flossing your teeth is a lot easier.

Check out this guide, Invisalign 101:…

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Are you unhappy with your smile, but are afraid that you are too old for Invisalign braces? Worried about what you will look like with a mouth full of braces? Just because your parents couldn’t afford braces when you were younger doesn’t mean that you can’t invest in yourself now that you are an adult and make your own money. It is never too late to be good to yourself. Luckily there are no age requirements or restrictions when…

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