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Clear Aligners: How It Works, Explained Simply

Crooked or crowded teeth can often be straightened without metal braces. Clear aligners are thin, see-through trays made to fit your teeth. A fact-checked 3D patient-education video about clear aligners — educational only, not medical advice.

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Crooked or crowded teeth can often be straightened without metal braces. Clear aligners are thin, see-through trays made to fit your teeth. Each tray places gentle pressure that nudges the teeth a little at a time. They are worn most of the day and taken out to eat and brush. Every week or two, a new tray continues the movement. Step by step, the teeth move toward their planned position. Over several months, the result is a straighter, more even smile. This video is for general education only. It is not medical or dental advice. Ask your dentist what's right for you.

This video is educational only and is not medical advice. Every patient is different — talk to your provider about your specific situation.

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