NU Smile Aligner Blog

If you didn’t get braces when you were younger—or if your teeth have shifted since you had them—you might assume your chance at a straighter smile has passed. After all, aren’t clear aligners like NU Smile just for teens and young adults? The truth is, there’s no age limit when it comes to improving your smile and your confidence.

Whether you’re in your 30s, 50s, or beyond, NU Smile can help you achieve the smile you’ve always wanted, no matter your age.

If you’re thinking about straightening your teeth with Nu Smile aligners, you may be excited about the possibility of a straighter, more confident smile. However, it’s natural to wonder: Will wearing clear aligners change the way you speak? The good news is that any speech changes you experience with Nu Smile are typically minor and temporary, and there are simple strategies you can use to adapt quickly.

Many people have gaps in their teeth, and they are rarely causes for concern. While especially wide gaps may leave the gums more vulnerable to injury, many people find that the spaces in their smiles are cute, characterful, or endearing. However, others may find their gaps to be unsightly or distracting, and they may be interested in how their dentist can help them achieve a more pleasing smile. Here’s how Nu Smile Aligners can close your gaps and help you achieve a straighter and healthier grin.

After months or even years of wearing braces or aligners like Invisalign, you’ve finally achieved the straight smile you’ve been working toward. But the work doesn’t stop there – retainers play a crucial role in keeping your teeth in their new positions. Whether you wear a removable or permanent retainer, proper care is essential to maintaining your oral health and the longevity of the device. Here are four essential tips for caring for your retainer.

Compared to other orthodontic issues, an overbite doesn’t always seem like a big deal at first. People could easily think that treating it wouldn’t be worth the required time, money, and effort. With that said, you really should correct any overbite your grin may have. Doing so comes with a slew of benefits that’d improve your quality of life. As for the details, just keep reading to learn four reasons to correct your overbite.

Are you nearing the end of your treatment with Nu Smile Aligners? Surely, you are excited about finally reaching the finish line! However, as amazing as it will be to enjoy your healthier, more attractive teeth, that does not mean you do not have any more work to do. You will have to maintain your results by wearing a retainer! Why is it so important to wear a retainer, and how long will you have to do so? This blog post provides some important information.

Nu Smile aligners are a fantastic way to straighten your teeth, but keeping them clean is just as important as wearing them consistently. Proper flossing prevents plaque buildup, keeps your gums healthy, and ensures your aligners stay fresh. But how are you supposed to floss effectively while wearing clear aligners? Continue reading to find a simple guide to keep the Nu Smile system working for you.

When it comes to modern orthodontics, clear aligners reign supreme as the treatment of choice – and it’s easy to see why! That said, many patients wonder how long they’ll have to wear the aligners until their treatment is considered complete. That’s understandable, too; after all, who wouldn’t want to show off their newly straightened smile as soon as possible?

Below, you’ll find in-depth information about this frequently asked question and the Nu Smile Aligner treatment timeline. Simply keep reading to get the facts!

Winter is right around the corner, and that means so is cold and flu season. But even though it’s difficult enough to navigate this time of year when you’re not undergoing orthodontic treatment, staying healthy with Nu Smile aligners doesn’t have to be. Here are some practical tips for keeping germ free this winter when you’re constantly putting your hands in your mouth!

Halloween is a great time of year for frightening fun and monstrous mischief, but some of its traditions can be problematic for your dental health and orthodontic treatment. While Nu Smile Aligners are an amazingly comfortable and discreet way to address misalignments like overbites, underbites, open bites, and crossbites, it’s important to keep your treatment instructions in mind while celebrating this spooky holiday. Here are a few tips for how to keep your clear aligner treatment on track during the Halloween season.