Imagining your life with Invisalign® at St. Pete Smiles

Are you wondering what Invisalign treatment is really like, and what effect it will have on your day-to-day activities? Will it slur your speech? Will people know you're in treatment? You're not alone in your concerns! Dr. Bracy and our team thought we’d share this list of questions and answers for anyone pondering the St. Pete Smiles Invisalign Special Event.

How exactly does Invisalign work?
Using 3-D computer imaging technology, Invisalign creates a series of custom-made, clear aligners exclusively for your teeth, based on the treatment plan that we specify for you. Each aligner moves teeth incrementally and is worn for about two weeks, then replaced by the next in the series until the final position is achieved.

Will I experience pain during treatment?
Most people experience temporary discomfort for a few days after a new aligner is placed. This feeling of pressure is normal and is a sign that Invisalign is working by sequentially moving your teeth to their final destination.

Can other people see that I'm in treatment?
One of the benefits of Invisalign is that the aligners are clear. You can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing.

How do I clean my aligners?
The best way to clean your aligners is by brushing and rinsing them in lukewarm water.

How often must I visit St. Pete Smiles during treatment?
For most patients, visits every 4-6 weeks are frequent enough for us to determine that your treatment is progressing properly. Dr. Bracy will provide you with a specific schedule that supports your individual treatment plan.

Happy Thanksgiving, from St. Pete Smiles

Dr. Bracy and team would like to wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving. It's a big food holiday, so be careful to brush and floss after eating! If you have any stories or pictures to share with us, we'd encourage you to send them along or call our office and ask how.

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What do you love about St. Pete Smiles?

From your very first visit to St. Pete Smiles our doctor and team strive to provide the highest quality of general dental and cosmetic dental care in the St. Petersburg community. We thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by Dr. Bracy's work? Did our team go out of their way to answer your questions? Are you in love with your new smile?

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for years, we’d love to hear your feedback. You can write a review here on our Google Place page. Or, you can tell us by posting on our Facebook page or by giving us a call!

Thank you,

The team at St. Pete Smiles

St. Pete Smiles hosts Invisalign® Special Event

Dr. Dewey Bracy, your St. Petersburg Invisalign Preferred Provider, will be hosting a special Invisalign Event now through the end of the year. We will be providing complimentary consultations to answer all of your questions about Invisalign, the clear way to straighten teeth.

During this special event, we will also be offering patients $250 off treatment, complimentary whitening with Invisalign treatment, and 24 month no interest financing.

If you have wondered if Invisalign is right for you, don't delay in making an appointment at St. Pete Smiles for this special event. Space is limited to the first 10 appointments.

Invisalign and your oral health, from Dr. Bracy

When considering treatment options, patients often ask us how Invisalign treatment is so different than traditional braces. Well, there are more reasons to smile about Invisalign with St. Pete Smiles than you may know. Invisalign is a series of removable aligners that are nearly invisible, and besides straightening your teeth, can improve your oral health. Here’s how:

Healthy gums: Straight teeth allow a close fit for gums. This lessens the gum stress that is caused by crowded or widely spaced teeth, thus also reducing red and swollen gums.

Easy cleaning: Invisalign is removable, therefore brushing and flossing is easier and you are able to maintain a healthy mouth. These habits are vital to avoiding tooth decay, plaque and even gum disease.

Improved speech and chewing: Properly-aligned teeth don’t have the discomfort or compound speech impediments that can be caused by crowded teeth or a deteriorating jawbone.

If you have any questions about Invisalign, just ask Dr. Bracy the next time you’re in for an appointment. Or, you may post your question on our Facebook page! You can also visit the Florida Dental Association website for more information on oral health care.