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What Happens at Your Free Clear Aligner Consultation? Here’s What to Expect 1024 683 Urban Smile

What Happens at Your Free Clear Aligner Consultation? Here’s What to Expect

If you’re thinking about straightening your teeth with clear aligners, your first consultation is where everything begins. Whether you’re comparing treatment options or ready to take the next step, understanding what happens…

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Patient putting in clear aligners at Urban Smile
How Many Hours a Day Do I Really Need to Wear My Aligners? 1024 683 Urban Smile

How Many Hours a Day Do I Really Need to Wear My Aligners?

If you’re wearing clear aligners, there’s one number you’ll hear a lot: 20–22 hours a day.  On paper, that sounds pretty straightforward. In real life, though, there are coffees, lunches out, long…

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Can Clear Aligners Change Your Face Shape or Jawline? 1024 683 Urban Smile

Can Clear Aligners Change Your Face Shape or Jawline?

If you’ve spent any time on TikTok lately, you may have seen claims that clear aligners can sharpen your jawline, change your face shape or completely transform your profile.  So, is there…

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Thinking About DIY Aligners? Read This First 1024 683 Urban Smile

Thinking About DIY Aligners? Read This First

Looking for a straighter smile without the price tag of traditional orthodontic treatment?  It’s easy to see the appeal of DIY aligners and at-home teeth straightening services. They’re often marketed around lower upfront costs and…

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What Happens at Your Clear Aligner Finish Appointment?  1024 683 Urban Smile

What Happens at Your Clear Aligner Finish Appointment? 

Reaching your finish appointment is one of the most exciting milestones in your clear aligner journey. After months of wearing your aligners, completing your Dental Monitoring scans and watching your smile gradually transform, it’s finally time…

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Your Clear Aligner Start Appointment: What to Expect at Urban Smile 1024 683 Urban Smile

Your Clear Aligner Start Appointment: What to Expect at Urban Smile

You’ve had your consultation, seen what’s possible for your smile, and decided to take the next step. Exciting times.  For many people, the start appointment is when everything starts to feel real. You’ll get to see your…

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Why Choose Clear Aligners? 7 Benefits for Adults 1024 710 Urban Smile

Why Choose Clear Aligners? 7 Benefits for Adults

If you’re considering orthodontic treatment as an adult, you might be wondering whether clear aligners could be right for you. Their clear, removable design makes them a popular alternative to fixed braces,…

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Bride showing off her wedding smile and holding her ring up to the camera
Wedding Smile Timeline: When to Start Clear Aligners 1024 683 Urban Smile

Wedding Smile Timeline: When to Start Clear Aligners

You’ve picked the venue, saved the Pinterest inspiration and maybe even locked in the photographer. But one thing many brides and grooms don’t think about until later? Their smile.  Your smile is in nearly every wedding photo, from engagement…

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Who Can Fix A Broken Bonded Retainer? Your Options For Retainer Repair And Replacement 1024 683 Urban Smile

Who Can Fix A Broken Bonded Retainer? Your Options For Retainer Repair And Replacement

Has your bonded retainer broken, come loose or started to feel uncomfortable? Don’t worry. This is a common issue after orthodontic treatment, and in many cases it’s quick and easy to fix.  If you need to…

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@thesubtlemummy Zoe George holding up her box of refinement aligners at Urban Smile
What Is the Refinement Phase in Clear Aligner Treatment? 1024 683 Urban Smile

What Is the Refinement Phase in Clear Aligner Treatment?

At Urban Smile, clear aligner treatment doesn’t end with one set of aligners.   For almost all of our patients, the refinement phase is an expected part of treatment. It allows your Specialist Orthodontist to make small, precise adjustments based on how…

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