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Megan George

2 photos of a woman inserting her aligners in the car and holding up her Urban Smile clear aligner case
The Clear Aligner Lisp: Why It Happens and How to Adjust 1024 683 Urban Smile

The Clear Aligner Lisp: Why It Happens and How to Adjust

Starting clear aligner treatment is exciting but one of the first things many people notice isn’t their smile changing…it’s their speech.  If you’ve found yourself with a slight lisp after putting in your aligners, you’re not alone. The good news? It’s only…

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Orthodontist Dr Sarah Lawrence reviewing patients Dental Monitoring at Urban Smile
Key Orthodontic Terms Explained: A Simple Guide To Understanding Your Smile Journey 1024 683 Urban Smile

Key Orthodontic Terms Explained: A Simple Guide To Understanding Your Smile Journey

If you’ve ever looked at your treatment plan or spoken with our Specialist Orthodontists and felt unsure about the terminology, you’re not alone. Orthodontics uses precise language to describe how teeth, bites, and jaw relationships work but the good news is, it’s much…

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Rebecca Jolliffe using her chewie to seat her clear aligners in the clinic
Beyond Straight Teeth: Clear Aligners and Oral Health 1024 683 Urban Smile

Beyond Straight Teeth: Clear Aligners and Oral Health

When people think about clear aligners, straightening teeth is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But orthodontic treatment can involve more than how your teeth look. Your teeth, bite and…

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Photo of Urban Smile Clear Aligner box and refinement aligner box with clear aligners next to them
What Is Bite Settling in Clear Aligner Treatment? 1024 683 Urban Smile

What Is Bite Settling in Clear Aligner Treatment?

If you’ve been researching clear aligners, you’ve probably come across a lot of talk about straight teeth. But what’s less talked about (and just as important) is how your teeth fit together at the end of treatment. This is called bite settling, and it’s a key…

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Urban Smile pink retainer case
Can You Get a Replacement Retainer From Any Orthodontist? 1024 683 Urban Smile

Can You Get a Replacement Retainer From Any Orthodontist?

Need a new retainer? Whether yours is lost, worn or no longer fitting comfortably, it’s a common question: can you go to any Specialist Orthodontist for a replacement? In many cases, the…

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Close up of a crossbite before clear aligner treatment
Straightening a Crossbite: Can Clear Aligners Really Help?  1024 683 Urban Smile

Straightening a Crossbite: Can Clear Aligners Really Help? 

A crossbite is more than just a cosmetic concern; it can impact future function, how your teeth bite together, cause uneven wear, and even lead to jaw discomfort over time. The good news? Clear aligners…

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A close up of crowded teeth with a snaggletooth
Can Clear Aligners Treat a Snaggle Tooth or Crooked Tooth? 1024 683 Urban Smile

Can Clear Aligners Treat a Snaggle Tooth or Crooked Tooth?

If you’ve noticed one tooth sitting higher, twisted or sticking out from the rest, you’re not alone. This is commonly called a snaggletooth and it’s one of the most common reasons people start looking into clear aligners.  While…

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Urban Smile patient Zoe looks at her smile in the mirror after clear aligner treatment
Finished Clear Aligner Treatment? Here’s How to Keep Your Smile in Shape 1024 683 Urban Smile

Finished Clear Aligner Treatment? Here’s How to Keep Your Smile in Shape

Congratulations, you did it! Months of clear aligner treatment, weekly scans, attachments and refinements… and now you’ve reached the end of active treatment. Finishing your aligners is a big milestone, but your…

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Urban Smile patient consultant explaining clear aligners in a free consultation
The Urban Smile Clear Aligner Process: A Step-by-Step Guide to a Straighter Smile 1024 683 Urban Smile

The Urban Smile Clear Aligner Process: A Step-by-Step Guide to a Straighter Smile

Thinking about straightening your teeth but not sure what the journey actually looks like?  At Urban Smile, we’ve designed a clear aligner experience that’s simple, flexible and built around your lifestyle. From your first consultation to your final smile (and…

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Adult man holding up clear aligner
How Do I Know If I’m a Candidate for Clear Aligner Treatment? 1024 683 Urban Smile

How Do I Know If I’m a Candidate for Clear Aligner Treatment?

Thinking about straightening your teeth but not sure if clear aligners are right for you? You’re not alone.  At Urban Smile, we meet patients every day who love the idea of a straighter smile without brackets…

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