Six Month Smiles: A New Approach to Orthodontics
We all know the maxim: “Work smarter, not harder.” That’s what makes Six Month Smiles different—it’s a smarter approach to orthodontic treatment that gives most people just what they want and need: a straighter smile, faster.
The reason why most orthodontic treatment takes more than a year is that it focuses on moving all your teeth. This includes not only the crooked front teeth you want to fix but also the molars in the back, which typically aren’t a cosmetic concern. For most of us, those molars are doing their job just fine—moving them is just wasted time, effort, and expense. And because molars are harder and slower to move, it adds significantly to treatment time.
By focusing only on the teeth that actually need adjustment, Six Month Smiles delivers the results you want faster, easier, and at a lower cost.
How Does Six Month Smiles Compare to Invisalign?
Our Orange County cosmetic dental office offers both Six Month Smiles and Invisalign, two of the most popular choices for patients who want a discreet and effective way to enhance their smiles. While Six Month Smiles is ideal for mild cosmetic cases involving the front teeth, Invisalign uses a series of removable clear aligners to address a broader range of orthodontic issues—including bite problems and complex crowding.
Six Month Smiles is perfect if you’re looking for a fast, affordable cosmetic fix. Invisalign, on the other hand, may be the better choice if you need full-arch alignment, prefer completely removable trays, or have more complex bite issues. Treatment times with Invisalign typically range from 6 to 24 months, depending on your case, while Six Month Smiles often delivers results in as little as—you guessed it—six months.
Advantages of Six Month Smiles
Six Month Smiles is a better approach to orthodontic treatment because it is:
- Faster than traditional braces or Invisalign
- Nearly invisible
- More comfortable
Six Month Smiles means what it says: straight teeth in six months. Traditional braces can take years to complete, and Invisalign treatment takes 12–18 months—two to three times as long as Six Month Smiles for suitable cases.
While Invisalign is nearly invisible thanks to its clear plastic aligners, Six Month Smiles also offers a discreet appearance, with Lucid Lok clear brackets and white tooth-colored wires that blend in with your smile.
And since Six Month Smiles only moves your front teeth, it avoids much of the discomfort associated with traditional braces—especially the pressure involved in shifting large molars.
Is Six Month Smiles Right for You?
Because Six Month Smiles focuses only on the cosmetic realignment of your teeth, it may not be appropriate if you have TMJ issues or serious bite misalignment. That’s why it’s essential to receive an evaluation from a skilled neuromuscular dentist who understands the full dynamics of your bite.
Dr. Scott L. Rice is a highly trained and experienced neuromuscular dentist who has helped many people in Irvine with TMJ treatment and prevention. He can evaluate your bite and help you decide whether Six Month Smiles or Invisalign is better suited to your needs.
To find out which treatment will give you the straight smile you’re looking for—quickly and comfortably—please call (949) 551-5902 or request an appointment with us in Irvine, California today.
