With clear aligner therapy from Golden Hill Family Dentistry, you can achieve a healthy, beautiful smile, often in less time than you thought possible!

Clear Aligners in Lakewood, CO

our front desk Clear aligners are a modern orthodontic treatment designed to correct improperly positioned teeth using a series of custom-made, transparent plastic trays. These aligners apply gentle, consistent pressure to shift teeth into their ideal alignment. At Golden Hill Family Dentistry, we offer OrthoFX® clear aligners as our primary solution for correcting malocclusions, commonly known as "bad bites" including overbites, underbites, crossbites, and crowded or crooked teeth without the need for traditional metal brackets.

Maintaining a Healthy Mouth with Clear Aligners

While orthodontic services are often associated with cosmetic improvements, they are crucial for long-term oral health. Misaligned or crooked teeth create hiding spots for food particles and bacteria that are challenging to clean, often leading to cavities and gum disease. Our objective at Golden Hill Family Dentistry is to ensure a healthy mouth by:

Closing Gaps: Eliminating spaces where debris can collect.
Ensuring Alignment: Creating a bite that prevents excessive wear on tooth enamel.
Improving Function: Enhancing eating habits and, in many cases, improving a patient’s speech.
Bone Development: Supporting the healthy structure of facial bones and the jaw.

Your Lakewood Clear Aligner Consultation Process

When you visit our Lakewood, CO, dental office for an orthodontic consultation, here's what you can expect:

Discussion and Goal Setting

We’ll start by asking you about your dental history and discussing your concerns and smile goals. This will help us determine if clear aligners are a good option for your smile.

Comprehensive Oral Exam

Next, we’ll perform a thorough examination of your teeth and gums and check your jaw alignment. We need to ensure that your mouth is healthy enough for clear aligner therapy.

Digital Scans and Imaging

Using the latest technology, we’ll capture digital 3-D images of your entire mouth. These x-rays and photographs will help us customize a treatment plan for your unique smile.

Treatment Plan Preview

Once we’ve gathered all the information and created your treatment plan, we’ll discuss it with you and answer all your questions about costs, financing, and estimated treatment time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will clear aligners affect my speech or give me a lisp?

While some clear aligner wearers experience slight speech issues, these concerns are usually temporary. And the good news is that after a few weeks, any aligner-related speech issues can be a distant memory if you follow some simple rules.

Speech Changes With Clear Aligners: What to Expect

Although speech issues are usually short-lived, you may find that you have difficulty with “s”, “sh”, or “z” sounds when you begin treatment. This happens because your aligners add a small amount of volume, requiring your tongue to adapt to the difference.

If you consistently wear your aligners for 20-22 hours each day, you should adjust quickly.

Helpful Tips to Follow

There are some things you can do to adjust to your clear aligners, including:

Read or speak out loud; this can help you adapt more quickly.
Practice any words or sounds that are giving you trouble.
Drink plenty of water to avoid a dry mouth.

Ready to Learn More About Clear Aligners in Lakewood, CO?

If you live in Lakewood or the surrounding area, we’d love to hear from you! At Golden Hill Family Dentistry, our goal is to help every patient achieve the healthy, beautiful smile they deserve.

To schedule an orthodontic consultation, please call us at (303) 237-1553.

How many hours a day do I need to wear my clear aligners?

Wearing clear aligners for 20-22 hours each day is the most effective way to straighten your teeth and keep your treatment timeline on track. Your comfortable, clear aligners are designed to fit snugly over your teeth, making them a discreet orthodontic option for many teens and adults.

Daily Clear Aligner Tips

Here are some care and maintenance tips to follow during clear aligner therapy:

Remove your aligners before eating, brushing, and flossing your teeth. This will keep you from damaging them.
Brush and floss before reinserting your aligners. Use fluoride toothpaste and a soft bristled toothbrush.
Use lukewarm water and gentle soap to clean your aligners. Hot water can damage them.
Store your aligners in their case when you’re not wearing them. This can help you avoid loss or damage.
Switch to a new set of aligners according to your treatment schedule, and attend any dental appointments to monitor your progress.

Questions About Clear Aligners in Lakewood, CO?

If you’d like to learn more about clear aligner therapy in Lakewood, our experienced dental team will happily assist you! At Golden Hill Family Dentistry, we’ll do whatever we can to help you achieve straighter teeth and a more beautiful smile.

Please give us a call at (303) 237-1553 for more information or to book an appointment.

Why Choose OrthoFX® for Your Smile Transformation?

OrthoFX® clear aligner therapy is the premier treatment option for Lakewood teens and adults with mild to moderate orthodontic concerns. This system allows you to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted without bulky wires. Because they are nearly invisible, they are the preferred choice for discreet teeth straightening among local professionals and busy students.

Comfort and Convenience for Your Lifestyle

Unlike traditional braces, OrthoFX® aligners fit snugly over your teeth, allowing you to speak clearly and attend business meetings or classes with total confidence. The process is designed to fit a hectic schedule: you simply wear your aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours each day, removing them only to eat, brush, and floss. This flexibility ensures your dental hygiene remains a top priority throughout your transformation.

Our Team

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Dr. Grace Rudersdorf

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Dr. Carson Spornhauer

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Affordable Clear Aligners: Financing & Insurance

We believe affordable clear aligners should be accessible to everyone in our community. Our team offers several flexible financial options to help you manage the cost of your dental care and achieve your ideal smile:

Insurance: We work with many providers and will happily file claims on your behalf.
Dental Savings Plan: Our Smile With Grace plan offers a 15% discount on services, including clear aligners.
Flexible Financing: We accept HSA/FSA, Sunbit payment plans, and offer an in-house 3-month payment plan.

Schedule Your Consultation in Lakewood

If you are ready to start your journey with OrthoFX® clear aligners, our team is here to provide the answers and assistance you need. We are dedicated to helping you achieve a straighter, healthier smile with personalized care.

Contact Golden Hill Family Dentistry today at (303) 237-1553 or book your consultation online.

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Dr. Grace and her team are amazing. I have severe panic attacks, especially at the dentist after a terribly traumatic experience years ago. Grace is the only dentist I will even consider working with. She takes such great care and is so understanding. I have been seeing her since she started her practice and am so glad I found her.
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