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You can change your smile in as little as six months at our North Tampa, FL dental office. Ask about clear braces today!

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A Straighter Smile in as Little as Six Months

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Clear Aligners & Braces in Tampa, FL

Dr. Roberto Bellegarrigue, your Tampa, FL dentist is a proud facilitator of traditional braces, Six Month Smiles braces, and ClearCorrect aligners, three orthodontic systems that comfortably and safely shift your teeth into alignment.

Close up of teeth with Six Month Smiles braces in Tampa, FL Six Month Smiles is also known as six-month braces, fast adult braces, and cosmetic adult braces. Many North Tampa patients find that traditional metal braces are too visible for their lifestyle. This innovative orthodontic treatment uses inconspicuous clear braces and tooth-colored wires which match the shade of your existing teeth and blend in with your smile. As the name suggests, this orthodontic procedure is typically completed in as little as six months.

Six Month Smiles produce reliable and precise results that are quicker than traditional metal braces. A modern twist on tried-and-trued-orthodontics, Six Month Smiles uses advanced and innovative dental technology that gently shifts your front teeth (or your smile line) into alignment.

This orthodontic treatment requires less adjustment and maintenance than traditional braces while also reducing your treatment time and visits to the dental office.

How Does Six Month Smiles Work?

This state-of-the-art system uses lower force to shift teeth into place. Your gums and teeth are less at risk with this treatment, and patients experience less discomfort. The low-pressure force and lightweight braces used in the Six Month Smiles orthodontic procedure reduce the possibility of gum, tooth, and soft tissue damage while giving North Tampa patients the same beautiful smile they would have with metal braces.

Straighten crooked teeth in North Tampa in less time than you would think!

What Are the Benefits of Six Month Smiles?

Since Six Month Smiles address front-facing teeth instead of full-mouth orthodontics, patients can enjoy cost-effective and time-efficient beautiful smiles. There are many benefits to Six Month Smiles, including:

Reliable final results
Cost-effective and fewer dental visits
Quicker treatment times
Clear brackets and white wires are almost invisible
Increased comfort, safety, and oral hygiene
Low-pressure forces are safer for teeth and gums

What Is ClearCorrect in Tampa, FL?

ClearCorrect aligners in Tampa are digitally made, invisible, removable, custom-fabricated aligners that appeal to our North Tampa patients interested in an alternative to traditional metal braces.

This advanced clear aligner therapy can treat various kinds of malocclusion, ranging from simple to complex cases. Many of our patients enjoy the comfort of ClearCorrect, which utilizes slow and gentle steps to straighten teeth gradually. Each aligner set is worn for two weeks before moving to the next set. The adjustment is stress-free and smooth, allowing our patients to eat their favorite foods, brush and floss as usual, and remove their invisible aligners for approximately two hours each day.

ClearCorrect aligners are discreet and invisible, allowing our patients to show off their smiles without anyone realizing they are wearing orthodontics.

Traditional Metal Braces

Traditional braces depend on metal brackets and guidewires to gently shift teeth into position over time. With this method, you visit our dental office periodically for wire adjustments. And traditional braces can only be removed by your dentist.

This tried and true orthodontic system is ideal for complex orthodontic issues live significant bite alignment problems or teeth that are severely overlapped or twisted.

Book a Consultation for Orthodontics at North Tampa Dentistry

Your orthodontic treatment includes traditional braces, ClearCorrect aligners or Six Month Smiles braces and retainers so you won’t have to worry about your teeth shifting back.

At North Tampa Dentistry, all final costs are tallied into one fee, so patients will never be surprised by add-on costs. Our dental staff is happy to break down the final cost into low monthly payments so you can have a great smile at an affordable price. And we are happy to serve patients in North Tampa, Lake Magdalene, Hamlet, Brentwood, Carrollwood, Lutz, and in your area.

What are you waiting for? Please call North Tampa Dentistry at (813) 968-5368 to schedule your orthodontic evaluation. Additionally, ask a member of our team about Medicare Advantage Plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I play sports or musical instruments while wearing clear aligners?

If you have mild orthodontic issues and your dentist in Tampa recommends clear aligners to help straighten your teeth, you may have questions. If you play sports or a musical instrument, you might wonder if you can participate in those activities while wearing your clear aligners. Let’s examine whether there are any restrictions on these extracurricular activities.

Sports and Clear Aligners

One of the benefits of clear aligners is that you can remove them if you need to, so should you remove them to play sports? As a rule, you don’t have to remove your clear aligners to play sports. One of the benefits of clear aligners over traditional braces is that you don’t have to worry about a mouth injury cutting your lips or tongue.

Because the trays fit snugly over your teeth, they won’t slip or fall off while you’re playing sports, so you don’t have to remove them.

Musical Instruments and Clear Aligners

If you play a musical instrument, you can wear your clear aligners for practice and performances. If your clear aligners are correctly fitted, they won’t affect your ability to play an instrument. You may, however, have to adjust to the feeling of the aligner trays in your mouth while you’re playing, but the adjustment period should be minor.

Need More Information About Clear Aligners in Tampa?

If you need a dental office in Tampa, FL, the expert dental team at North Tampa Dentistry would love to hear from you! Our goal is to help you maintain your smile by educating you on the best oral health practices. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please get in touch with our dental office at (813) 968-5368.

Can I whiten my teeth while wearing clear aligners?

Gone are the days when cosmetic dentistry was only accessible to the rich and famous. Today, numerous cosmetic dentistry services are available to everyone, and you may be considering which ones are right for you. If you wear clear aligners to straighten your teeth, you might be wondering if you can whiten your teeth while wearing them. Let’s look at whether you should consider teeth whitening during your orthodontic treatment.

Teeth Whitening and Clear Aligners

Although you can undergo teeth whitening while wearing clear aligners, many dentists recommend waiting until after you have completed your orthodontic treatment. The reasons are as follows:

Teeth sensitivity – Your teeth may be more sensitive than usual during orthodontic treatment. Because teeth whitening can also cause sensitivity, it might be best to forego whitening treatment.

Shifting teeth – When you are wearing your clear aligners, your teeth are shifting into their new position. This can cause different areas of your teeth to be exposed, leaving you with uneven whitening results. If you wait until your teeth are straight, you know that the whitening treatment will be more effective.

Given that each case is unique, it's advisable to consult with your Tampa dentist regarding the suitability of teeth whitening alongside your clear aligner treatment. If you're in Tampa and searching for a dentist near me, consider reaching out to dental professionals in your area for personalized advice.

Looking for a Dental Office in Tampa, FL?

If you need clear aligners in Tampa, we would love to help. The dental team at North Tampa Dentistry can help with your orthodontic and other dental needs. You can reach us by calling (813) 968-5368.

We look forward to hearing from you.

How do clear aligners work?

Most orthodontic treatments work fundamentally the same, using physical force to reposition teeth and create a more aligned smile. However, the method by which those forces are applied varies depending on the treatment.

For example, traditional braces apply a bracket and wire system, but clear aligners in Tampa, FL, use a different approach. Through a series of custom-made trays, clear aligners work as you wear them for a defined period. Then, each tray slowly and gently repositions your teeth so that a new smile has emerged by your treatment’s end.

At North Tampa Dentistry, we are proud to supply ClearCorrect aligners. These are digitally made, invisible, and removable. This advanced precise aligner therapy treats several conditions, from simple to more complex cases. This system works as you wear each set of aligners for two weeks, then move to the next set in your unique series of aligners.

Benefits of Clear Aligners vs. Traditional Braces

When you select ClearCorrect aligners to straighten your teeth, you’ll receive numerous benefits over the traditional route. A few of these are:

Removable – Enjoy all the foods you like. You remove your aligners for those activities so they don’t interfere at all
Better oral health – You also remove your aligners for brushing and flossing, ensuring a more effective at-home routine
Comfortable – Clear aligners are made from a rigid but soft polymer and lack metal parts which may irritate your mouth

Book an Appointment for ClearCorrect in Tampa, FL

Contact North Tampa Dentistry to book a consultation for clear aligners in Tampa with our trusted dentist, Dr. Roberto Bellegarrigue. Dr. Bellegarrigue is happy to answer any questions you may have about orthodontics. We look forward to helping you achieve a straighter smile!

How can I straighten my teeth?

North Tampa Dentistry offers various orthodontic options, including braces, Six Month Smiles, and clear aligners in Tampa. These are the best options for straightening your teeth, and your dentist in Tampa, FL can help you decide which is best for your specific goals.

Best Ways to Straighten Your Teeth

Traditional braces are metal brackets attached to the teeth and then threaded with guidewires. For severe orthodontic issues, traditional braces may be the best option.

Six Month Smiles are strictly cosmetic. These clear braces only concentrate on your smile line, meaning a shorter treatment time.

ClearCorrect or clear aligners are like Invisalign. You wear custom tooth aligners over your teeth, changing them every few weeks until you complete your treatment.

Am I a Candidate for Orthodontics?

A visit with Dr. Roberto Bellegarrigue, DMD answers this question.

Your initial consultation lets us know whether an orthodontic option suits your needs. We can also let you know how long you’ll need treatment.

During your consultation, we encourage your questions and want to ensure you understand how each of our systems can benefit you.

Book an Appointment for Orthodontics in Tampa, FL

Straight teeth promote better oral health and encourage smiling! To learn more about our orthodontic options or to schedule your consultation for orthodontics in Tampa, we encourage you to contact North Tampa Dentistry today.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Roberto Bellegarrigue
Dentist

Dr. Bellegarrigue—also known as Dr. Belle—established North Tampa Dentistry so he could provide quality dentistry with honesty and compassion.

Dr. Roberto Bellegarrigue is a graduate of Tulane University with a B.S. degree in Molecular Biology. While at Tulane, his research on bone marrow cancer was published in several medical journals worldwide. In the spring of 2000, he obtained his Doctorate from the University of Florida College of Dentistry. Go Gators!

After graduation, he completed a Dental Residency Program with the Hillsborough County Dental Research Clinic; here he created a special ...

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