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Brushing teeth regularly is necessary for removing plaque and food particles from the surface of each tooth. A dentist will typically recommend brushing at least twice daily, before bedtime and after rising in the morning. In order to achieve the best results when brushing your teeth, it is important to brush correctly. Below are a few tips from the Goodman Dental Center that adults and kids should follow when brushing. If you are a parent with kids who are not old enough to brush properly on their own, brush their teeth for them until they are capable of brushing correctly. Check out one of our other articles for Bedtime Brushing Tips for Dads.

Brush in a circular motion
Most people have a natural urge to brush using a back and forth motion. This is not recommended because this motion does not effectively clean the base of your gums, which is where plaque and bacteria accumulate. When you brush in a circular motion, you remove the majority of bacteria and debris at the base of the gums and on each tooth’s surface. Brushing using a circular motion is also easier on your gums.

Brush for at least two minutes
It takes at least two full minutes of brushing to remove plaque and build up from each tooth. If you take the time to brush each tooth properly, two minutes is the minimum amount of time that it will take to do an effective job. Even small children should brush their teeth for at least two minutes. This is especially important for children who eat a lot of junk food, candy and sugar-based snacks.

Start with your back teeth
Most people tend to pay extra attention to their front teeth when brushing, which is why most cases of extreme plaque, tartar buildup and cavities tend to affect the teeth in the back of the mouth more often than it affects those in the front. Always brush your back teeth first, and make sure that you clean them thoroughly before moving to the front of your mouth.

Brush each side of each tooth and your tongue
Brush the front and back of each tooth and each chewing surface thoroughly. Every area of your tooth that is exposed should be thoroughly cleaned to prevent plaque and tartar from building. Brushing your tongue is important as well. Bacteria can grow on the tongue and cause foul breath and oral disease. Clean the front and back of your tongue thoroughly each time you brush.

These important tips are recommended by most dentists. Your dentist always recommends flossing after brushing teeth to remove food particles that are impossible for you to remove with a toothbrush. Following these tips will increase your chances of maintaining good oral health.

We surveyed a group of dads to find out what challenges they encounter while brushing their kids’ teeth before bed. Here were the top ten things they told us, along with tips on how to outsmart your little rugrats:

10. The filthy rinsing cup that never gets washed!

Tip: Try purchasing a few cups and rotating them out. Used cups can be thrown in the dishwasher with the rest of the gazillion cups your little ones go through in a day.

9. Toothpaste seems to magically get everywhere… the floor, the counters, the mirror, the cupboards, in the drawers, and even in your kid’s hair!

Tip: Try telling your kids the story of the princess and the pea, and then teaching them that a real prince or princess only needs to squeeze out a “magical pea-size dab” of toothpaste onto the brush.

8. The harrowing struggle that seems utterly unavoidable every single night just to get them into the bathroom to brush in the first place!

Tip: Try making a game out of it. Last one to brush is a rotten egg! You can also leave a spare brush in their bathroom and brush along with them.

7. The kiddos never seem to brush long enough or get all the parts of their mouth!

Tip: Try using an egg timer or setting the stopwatch on your phone for 2 minutes, and see who can make it all the way until it rings. We also suggest you get battery powered toothbrushes for your little darlings, as they are fun and exciting and do a much better job cleaning than uncoordinated little hands. Spend a few minutes periodically demonstrating how to get all the hard-to-reach spots, too!

6. The disgusting, white, paste-laden saliva splatter all over the mirror!

Tip: This one is kind of unavoidable, unfortunately. Try teaching the offspring to brush with their mouths closed, and, when they get big enough, you can keep some paper towels and glass cleaner next to the sink and make wiping down the mirror a part of the bedtime ritual.

5. The lid to the tube always seems to get lost, causing the dry, crusty wad on the tip of the tube!

Tip: Try buying flip-top tubes of toothpaste with the lid permanently attached. Demonstrating using only pea-sized dabs of paste and wiping the tip before snapping the cap back on will also help.

4. The crafty little buggers goof around during brushing to put off bedtime as long as possible!

Tip: The egg timer or stopwatch feature on your phone can help with this one, as well. So can brushing along side them… the rule is they have to be done when you’re done. Your presence in the bathroom will help keep the goofing to a minimum, too.

3. The colorful, stomach-churning spit drying all over the sink!

Tip: Again, keep some paper towels by the sink and make the wipe down a regular part of the ritual. No wipe down, no bedtime story…

2. The little stinkers never seem to wash the brush properly, so it gets all hard and crusty!

Tip: Try demonstrating proper rinsing techniques on a regular basis. Develop your own “Brushing 101″ course, with homework assignments, rewards, a graduation ceremony… the whole shebang.

1. You can forget about flossing!

Tip: Purchase a bunch of the little, disposable, plastic flossing tools. They are cheap and much friendlier to tiny, not-so-dexterous hands than traditional dental floss. Make this a part of your “Brushing 101″ course, and you’re all set!

We wish you dads out there all the luck in the world with your little brushing beauties! If the bright smiles don’t make it worth all the extra effort, just think of all the money in dentist bills you’ll save…

A great pediatric dentist found here

Queen Creek pediatric dentistry at the Goodman Dental Center is dedicated to the entire family’s oral hygiene and health. A pediatric dentist dedicated to the good oral hygiene and health of your children is required for a full-family dental practice.

Dentists at the Goodman Dental Center practice full-family dentistry from pediatric dentistry through teeth alignment with braces for teens and the new Invisalign® braces as well as mini implants, and dentures often needed for older family members. In Gilbert, pediatric dentistry is part of our family dental practice. In Queen Creek, excellent pediatric dentistry has the same location. In a full-family practice, such as the Goodman Dental Center in Gilbert, pediatric dentist skills are a must because of the number of children who reside there. For residents in Queen Creek, pediatric dentist skills are also needed to guide parents in protecting young teeth and that is among our specialties.

For a dental practice pediatric dentist means you have someone in touch with the needs of your children from first tooth to the end of their teenage years, as part of the dental care for everyone in the family. Likewise, a pediatric dentist/family dentist knows that your children, from their first tooth through those late teen years, need an expertise that is just little bit different from what adults need. Also, understanding the dental care needs of children goes beyond just treating them like miniature adults with small teeth.

The Goodman Dental Center is tuned into the needs of children. Parents have such as questions and the answers for these questions are often different for your children than they are for you. Questions such as:

When do I start brushing my infant’s teeth?

• Your infant gets his first tooth clean just as soon as he gets his or her first tooth.

What should the first toothbrush be like?

• Believe it or not, the first toothbrush is usually a clean wash cloth. As they get a little older you will switch to a small, soft-bristle brush. We can show you which ones are best.

What kind of toothpaste should I use?

• When you start using toothpaste you should use a non-fluoride toothpaste (when you can find one). When your child is old enough to understand not to swallow the toothpaste, use fluoride toothpaste but just as little as can, to get you by—just a little dollop the size of a small pea.

Identifying with a child

• Not only does Dr. Gail Goodman and Dr. Brian Goodman, father and son dentists, stay on the cutting edge of technology in several dental procedural specialties, they also keep in touch with their inner child. That is why they are so good with children. That is also why they sing to their patients. Once you meet them, you will know what it means to stay in touch with your inner child.

Seeing the needs of adults

For the rest of the family, we do we have to keep you smiling brightly. Our services also include braces and, particularly, the amazing Invisalign system that straightens teeth with braces that are almost invisible. Invisalign is the clear alternative to braces and are custom molded to each patient. Invisalign gradually repositions your teeth into a happy smile.

Dr. Goodman also specializes in dental implants. Implants are titanium screw-like devices that attach directly to the bone of your jaw to form a root to hold a permanent tooth replacement or denture. The major advantage of implants is that it restores a tooth back to original health and usage without disturbing the teeth next to them, as would be required by a bridge.

With same color crowns and fillings, your dental work can be made to look like perfect teeth. That is especially important to maintain at young ages. For older family members, implants, coupled with dentures, can put back that feeling you had before you lost your natural teeth.

The Goodman Dental Center is dedicated to providing top quality in dental care for the entire family including Gilbert pediatric dentistry and Queen Creek pediatric dentistry. Call us for an appointment and evaluation of your family’s dental health and corrective needs.

Gilbert or Queen Creek AZ dentists—dentists for the whole family in your community

Dentists at the Goodman Dental Center have taken the time and effort to master a number of dental specialties and procedures so they can better serve the needs of entire families. That means your family can benefit from the know-how and great chair side manner found at the Goodman Dental Center. Look at some of the descriptions of the many things we can do for you.

PREVENTATIVE CARE

The cornerstone of good dental care is prevention. Teeth do not heal the way skin does. Fixing the damage is second choice. Preventing damage is always first. The Goodman Dental Center has the latest in diagnostic equipment to locate abnormalities and get them addressed as early as possible. Our goal is to prevent greater decay and defacing of the natural teeth. Regular dental examinations, teeth cleaning and clear x-rays that expose the hidden surfaces and defects are all important parts of preventative care.

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Dr. Gail Goodman and Dr. Brian Goodman are Gilbert and Queen Creek AZ dentists who are still well in touch with their inner child. They have a manner about them that makes kids comfortable. Small children take special care and attention to see that their newly formed teeth are properly protected and cleaned to establish cavity-free visits with the dentist. It is good to know that pediatric dentistry skills are part of the professional skills of your family dentist. The Queen Creek and Gilbert AZ dentists at the Goodman Dental Center are convenient to both communities.

RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY

Tooth-color fillings and crowns are one of the features of Goodman Dental Center where we use the latest in materials to keep your smile looking its best whether your teeth have been damaged by an accident or by natural wear and tear. Dr. Goodman can restore the original look through tooth-color fillings and tooth-color crowns. Occasionally, damage to the nerve may cause infection and nerve death. In that case, a root canal is performed to clean out the dead nerve and infection. Then, a post and crown is inserted to restore the tooth to its natural usability and appearance.

COSMETIC DENTISTRY

The true excellence in cosmetic dentistry comes with the artistic abilities of the dentist. Gilbert and Queen Creek AZ dentists, Dr. Gail Goodman and Dr. Brian Goodman have the heart of an artist and will not give up until the appearance is as good as it can be. There are a number of options available to give you a great smile.

Whitening

One of the simplest and most effective procedures to make you smile brighter is in-office, professional whitening. Whitening removes stains and discolorations from the teeth. There are a number of products available for whitening but none are more effective than the products used professionally by the dentist. None are quicker either. In just one visit, your teeth can be returned to their natural whiteness with no surface preparation work or destruction to the teeth’s surface.

Invisalign® Invisible Aligners

Invisalign is the clear alternative to braces. Teenagers aren’t the only ones who wear braces any more. Adults realize the benefits of having a straighter and more symmetrical smile. The difference is that now you can wear “braces” without looking like you are wearing braces. Invisalign invisible aligners are much more appealing to adults because they are barely even noticeable up close. Invisalign aligners are formed specifically for your own teeth and move them into place. They are easily removable for cleaning which also helps to keep your teeth clean.

Veneers

Veneers are ultra-thin pieces of tooth-shaped porcelain that are affixed directly to the front of the tooth. The purpose of veneers is to cover imperfections and discolorations that are not helped by simple whitening alone. Many people, as they get older, experience discoloration differences from tooth to tooth. Veneers are placed over the surface of the discolored or imperfect teeth to give your smile an evenness of color and shape.

Lumineers

Lumineers are special veneers made of porcelain that offers another way to permanently whiter and perfectly aligned teeth. Lumineers are as incredibly thin–as thin as contact lenses–but tough. They can be applied to the teeth without grinding or shaving the tooth’s surface. Lumineers can be placed directly over older dental work to offer a bright, even, and perfectly covered smile. Lumineers are applied right in the office during just two to three visits. Lumineers last a very long time—over twenty years–and they are completely reversible since the underlying teeth are fully intact.

IMPLANTS

One of the marvels of modern dentistry is the dental implant. Implants supply a way for you to regain a perfect smile when teeth are missing or damaged beyond repair. An implant provides a new “root” for a tooth by implanting what looks like a small titanium screw directly into the bone. Later, after the implant has permanently integrated with the jawbone, a special crown can be placed on top that provides a new, permanent, natural feeling and natural looking tooth into the spot where the original tooth was missing.

IMPLANTS AND DENTURES

A second use for implants secures dentures in place. That allows a full denture to hold fast and function as a full set of natural teeth. It also allows the dentures to be “unclipped” for cleaning and maintenance. This innovation has brought renewed comfort and usability to denture wearers like no other product can.

Wherever you are looking for a Queen Creek or Gilbert dentist, let the Goodmans serve your family dentistry needs.

Contact us for an appointment.

When you are happy, you smile a nice smile—at least with cosmetic dentistry

Don’t we all hope Brittany Spears is happy with her new million-dollar smile? Would it be a safe bet that Michael Spinks or Wayne Gretzky would like to have Brittany’s disposable income for cosmetic dentistry? Prices are not the consideration when any of us ever look in the mirror or at a photograph and say, “I wish my teeth looked better!” or, “I just don’t like how I look when I smile.” Why is that so? Cosmetic dentistry prices, especially for women, are no barrier when people are supposed to expect to look like the idealistic models presented to us in fashion, style and star magazines. In modern times, that is becoming almost as true for men. For many of us, male or female, cosmetic dentistry is becoming a need as much as it is a want.

Smiles can make great and lasting impressions

At least according to one cosmetic Queen Creek dentist, there isn’t much of anything a person can do that is more effective at getting to know new people than a great smile. On the other hand, an ugly smile actually makes us a little embarrassed, so it must be at least a little embarrassing for the one who smiles. The contrast in poor teeth and great teeth is probably greater than ever before. Wyatt Earp and his brothers probably had better teeth than the Clanton gang, but maybe not by much–even though the Earps were friends with a dentist! People probably did not really notice much difference because what they saw on one person was similar on any other person. But now, with movies, magazines, television and the like showing us the ideal, normal just doesn’t seem to look so normal.

3 ways cosmetic dentistry helps deliver 3 parts of a superior smile

The three key ingredients to a great smile—aside from the functionality of the facial nerves and muscles—are the color, shape, and straightness of the teeth. Depending on the features of these three characteristics, if all teeth are present there are three basic methods to address defects in coloring, and to some extent shape and straightness.

Whitening / Bleaching alternatives

Most of us have at least some stained or discolored teeth. Discoloration just seems to come with growing older. Many of us who are from some areas of the Southwest are actually born with discoloration. For example, where your mother’s drinking water contained too much fluoride, babies will grow up with overly yellowed teeth. Whitening is widely available over-the-counter in hydrogen peroxide strips and gels but they will not give you the professional results. The best and most effective way to get teeth whiter is by professional dental application. In that way, whitening is done all at once, correctly, and without over- or under-treating. When the teeth are under-treated, the desired level of whiteness will not be attained. If over-done, the teeth can sometimes take on a phony-looking blue cast that is too reflective and distracting to look at. Professional whitening through a bleaching process will usually run around $300.

Lumineers or other veneers provide alternatives beyond simple whitening

Lumineers (actually a brand name) are made from a special and patented type of porcelain specifically made for the purpose of creating a better veneer product over the teeth. Doing veneers is a more extreme method than bleach whitening but is also more expensive. A veneer may be the only way to mask certain tooth defects including severe or deep discoloration. Lumineers can be placed directly over other dental work without the need of replacing them. Lumineers are also painless to apply and permanent once “installed” in your mouth. The material is as thin as a contact lens and can be applied without grinding, shaving, or otherwise transforming the teeth. A full treatment for veneers can usually begin around $3,000-$4,000.

A small implant may be your only alternative

An implant may be the only possible solution for replacing the gap left by a lost or broken tooth, especially if it is often quite obvious and unsightly. Especially in some positions in the mouth, such as the small lower teeth dead center in the front, replacement of a lost tooth can be very tricky and demand a greater skill from the dentist. A single implant, depending on size and complication, can run between $1,000 and $5,000. Obviously, a mouthful of implants is going to be a very expensive way to perfect a smile.

What is the whitening solution for you?

No one solution will be right for everyone. It may be that a combination of methods will be needed. However, almost everyone can use some sort of refinement to his smile. Except for someone who has recently undergone a whitening procedure, anybody would improve his or her smile by having appropriately whitened teeth. Lumineers and other veneers can completely change a smile and a sense of self-esteem. Spending the money for an implant rather than go through life with a hole in the smile or uncomfortable bridge prosthesis is well worth it. Once the implant is finished, it feels like magic. Simply put, it is as if the loss never happened.

Affordable dentists are a little easier to find than in some areas. At the Goodman Dental Center serving both Gilbert and Queen Creek, Arizona, we are family oriented. Being family-oriented, we know how tough any professional care can be on a family’s budget. Family dental care needs to be affordable. Dentists at the Goodman Dental Center deliver a number of services needed and can give you the professional care you need for affordable prices.

Part of being affordable is in fending off future expenses

Part of being an affordable dentist depends on how aggressive the dentist is at preventive care. A regular, full-mouth examination by an affordable queen creek dentist is critical to good tooth care. At least once a year–and preferably twice–teeth should be checked for changes and that helps make dental care more affordable. Goodman Dental Center dentists do a visual inspection of all tooth surfaces, including a look at all fillings and other dental work to make certain that there are no leaks around the fillings or crowns. If dental work begins to leak, there is usually some decay underneath that requires attention.

Regular check-ups and cleanings are essential to affordability

A thorough cleaning by either a dentist or certified dental hygienist should be done at least once a year. This keeps stains, tartar buildup and debris from building up on and around the teeth and especially just below the gum line where serious infections can occur.

Full preventive services for the family

As part of annual family dental care, your dentist will take x-rays of your teeth. X-rays also show the root structure and how they integrate with the jawbone. It is important to review this because infections, deformities, and bone loss will show on an x-ray but would otherwise be invisible.

When teeth need fixing, with have the cutting-edge tools

When repair to teeth is needed, your dentists at Goodman Dental Center use the latest in filling materials including . This filling material makes the fillings virtually indistinguishable from the tooth’s natural color and texture. Not only can your teeth be repaired effectively, but you can also have the appearance of perfect, beautiful teeth.

Occasionally, through repeated fillings, leakage, or breakage, a root canal and crown may be required. When a tooth becomes infected to the point where the root is affected, the tooth needs to be repaired from the inside, out in order to prevent other health problems. If the tooth is structurally sound, often just the root canal work is enough. At other times, we have “tooth color” crowns that can be fashioned to cover and protect the sub-structure of the tooth.

Beautiful smiles come with modern materials and techniques

Bonding is a special process to enhance the beauty of your teeth. At the Goodman Dental Center we use CEREC, by Sirona Dental Systems, the world’s only system designed to make all ceramic dental restorations in one office visit. That allows a great savings in time and expense for restoration through a crown, bonded overlay or veneer.

Veneers are ultra-thin pieces of tooth-shaped porcelain that are sculpted by the dentist to fit over the front side of your teeth. Veneers can cover-up a wide range of color, pitted, and shape imperfections.

Lumineers brand of veneer is made of a special, patented porcelain material that is as thin as a contact lens and can usually be applied directly to the teeth without having to deface or transform the tooth itself. Lumineers can be placed directly over crown or bridgework, if desired.

Professional whitening, in one single visit, can brighten your smile by taking years off the looks of your teeth caused by staining, and discoloration on the surface of your teeth. If you have ever tried over-the-counter whitening treatments, then you are probably aware of how valuable having whitening done professionally is, and in one, single visit!

Invisalign aligners is one of the great innovations of modern affordable dentistry. Invisalign aligners is the clear alternative to braces. Invisalign has changed the view of many regarding the possibility of wearing braces to improve the looks of a smile.

All the affordable dentists’ services, both general and specialized, you are likely to need are available at the Goodman Dental Center. As important as oral health care is to your overall health, we understand the needs of family budgets, was well. Call us for an appointment.

When AZ Smiles, many have Goodman Dental Center to thank

Queen Creek smiles. Gilbert smiles too. In fact all Arizona smiles and the reason is we have great dentists at the Goodman Dental Center that keep you smiling. What makes great AZ smiles? It is the wide array of specialty skills that are not common in all family dentistry offices. Besides excellent family services, the dentists at the Goodman Dental Center specialize in implants and other reconstructive procedures, and cosmetic dentistry to keep Queen Creek smiles and Gilbert smiles smiling brightly.

Family Dental Care is our primary concern for your smile

Queen Creek smiles because Goodman Dental Center services so many Queen Creek families. Gilbert smiles for the same reason. With state-of-the-art equipment, we work to keep your family cavity-free through regular examinations. That includes x-rays and dental hygienic cleaning by a licensed dental hygienist. Your first visit will consist of a complete set of x-rays and a tooth-by-tooth and full gum line examination to look for any imperfections. Our first priority is the total dental care of your family. Our primary task is color, straightness and good health. These are the three cornerstones to any great smile.

Reconstructive procedures rebuild lost smiles

The technology of dentures has come a long way in the past few years. Dentures are more precisely fit, more natural looking, and can be semi-permanently anchored through the use of implants which we are also skilled to do. When your teeth have reached a condition where dentures are indicated, we can measure, make, fit, and anchor your dental prosthesis with the most modern techniques and equipment. It does not matter if you need full dentures or a partial; we can provide for the best possible replacement for your natural teeth with natural looking replacements. We also are committed to ongoing aftercare care for denture patients.

Cosmetic dentistry, our specialty, makes Arizona smiles perfect

The dentists at Goodman are gifted at cosmetic dentistry transforming smiles in Gilbert and Queen Creek alike. Dr. Goodman has the gift of an artist when it comes to making your smiles the best possible. Beyond true-color fillings and true-color crowns, we do veneers and whitening so your teeth come closer to the perfection you wish you had when you were born.

Using the most modern, thin and tough veneer material, the surfaces of your teeth can be perfected and hide the chips, discolorations, and misshapes that restore the best possible smiles. Dr. Goodman puts the smiles in Arizona smiles.

Lumineers makes AZ smiles look so natural

One of the most technologically interesting veneer products we use is called Lumineers. Lumineers are super-thin porcelain veneers that offer a painless way to permanently whiten and perfectly align your smiles. Thinner than a contact lens, they are applied to your teeth without the need of grinding or shaping, which makes your smile appear perfect. We can even fit Lumineers over existing bridgework or crowns and we will not need to replace any of them to do it.

Professional whitening: AZ bright for AZ smiles

If you have ever tried to whiten your teeth with the over-the-counter products, you have found out how frustrating they are to use and how slow they are to react. Professional, in-office whitening is clearly the way to go, not the clumsy, non-sticking money wasters you may have already tried. We can do a professional job with even and uniform results and you can have the beautifully white smile you have dreamed of when you leave the office.

Let us be your family and specialty dentists

With our expertise in providing solid, primary, family dental care, our skill in dental reconstruction and our artistic talent for great cosmetic dental applications, the Goodman Dental Center will make great Queen Creek smiles, Gilbert smiles and Arizona smiles. What we do is one reason we provide a lot of AZ smiles. Wherever you are, it’s all about your smiles.

Teeth braces have never looked better—especially when they are invisible!

Teeth braces aren’t just for kids, you know. More and more adults are getting braces and the primary reason is that they want their smiles to look their very best. In fact, one third of those wearing braces today are adults. Teeth braces are not what they used to be, either. They come in all types from the old fashioned type to the newer clear teeth braces such as Invisalign® braces. With such choices, adults are opting for clear braces because the one, show-stopper reason has been addressed: “I’m too old to be showing braces on my teeth.”

Clearly a good decision

Clear teeth braces, or more precisely, clear teeth aligners–as they are not really braces at all, can work for you whether you have teeth that are crooked, gapped, crowded, or even if you have an overbite or an under bite. Now that invisible braces (as they are sometimes called) are available, you may be surprised how little they show and also how affordable they can be. There is no time like the present to check into it with your Gilbert Dentists, they can help answer your questions about getting started.

What are invisible braces and how are they made?

Invisible braces (again, clear teeth aligners) are made through the use of clear, space-age plastic materials designed through the use of computer technology and three-dimensional imaging and modeling. The inside surface of your clear aligners are designed to fit directly over your existing teeth. They are designed to move your teeth into the exact desired position but by one step at a time. Every couple of weeks, you get a new set that moves the teeth a little farther. Then a couple of weeks later, another slightly modified set replaces that one. In this way, you eventually get the teeth into the exact position you want to make your smile an even more perfect one.

Your teeth are moved, little by little, in this manner for about 6 months to a 1 year depending on the amount of movement needed from their original positions. Other braces with wire and bracket architecture can take up to three years to accomplish the goal. Invisalign works. There are over a half-million people out there who have completed the process and they will tell you, and show you, it works. For pictures of Invisalign clear teeth aligners and additional information, see “The Clear Alternative for Braces” on our website.

Metal braces are tough

Tough to clean—but delicate. A wearer of braces needs to be careful of bumps and also of certain foods. One of the most annoying aspects of wire and bracket braces is getting your teeth clean. Also, not getting your teeth as clean as possible has consequences when the metal braces are finally removed. Invisalign clear aligners can be removed for eating or cleaning, and that makes a great deal of difference to the wearer.

Cost and duration

Both the cost and the duration of wear are dependent on individual differences. It is impossible to say one way or another for certain prior to a full evaluation. Suffice it to say that the price for Invisalign is in the same range as the price for metal braces but maximum duration for Invisalign would be 1 ½ years where metal braces could take as long as 3 years.

Hopefully, now you can clearly see the difference

Now that you no longer have to worry about what corrective braces will look like on your teeth, with Invisalign braces, made for you by your Queen Creek Dentist, you can wear braces that can hardly be seen. The primary reason for adults not to wear braces —the old, clunky metal ones—is now gone, and you can have a smile that looks its very best while still having a great smile in the meantime. Contact us at Goodman Family Dental and we can examine your teeth and describe the entire process for clear teeth aligners for you.