Finding an orthodontist in Calgary doesn’t have to be stressful. Smile Elements Orthodontics offers high-quality clear aligner treatments at an affordable cost so you and your family can get the smiles you have been dreaming of. With a convenient location in Calgary, Dr. Hisham Badawi has years of experience providing orthodontic treatment to patients. And he’s currently accepting new patients.
If you’re still weighing your options or you need to learn more about orthodontics before making a decision, allow us to help you understand what we do and what we offer.
An orthodontist in Calgary is a dental specialist who treats misalignments in the teeth and jaws using a variety of tools and techniques. Becoming an orthodontist takes several years of additional education and training beyond dental school, and includes a residency at a healthcare facility. Common problems orthodontists treat include overbite, underbite, crossbite, open bite, gaps between teeth, crookedness, and overcrowding.
Orthodontics is the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of minor and complex misalignments in the teeth and jaws. There are several treatment options available to patients to fix their misalignment, including braces and clear aligners. Not every orthodontist offers every option. Some, such as Dr. Badawi, specialize in treating patients using clear aligner technology. Therefore, if you think clear aligner treatment is right for you, Dr. Badawi can determine if you are a good candidate and can oversee your treatment plan.
Orthodontic treatments work by gradually shifting your teeth into alignment over a period of time to achieve a straight and healthy smile. Treatment can take 12-18 months depending on what kind of treatment you need and the severity of your misalignment. It’s entirely possible that your treatment length could be shorter or longer. But the results are worth it.
Dr. Hisham Badawi is an orthodontist in Calgary that you have been searching for. Dr. Badawi has an extensive educational background that includes a BDS at the Jordan University of Science and Technology. He earned his MSc at the Eastman dental institute, University College London and the fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. In addition, Dr. Bawadi earned his Ph.D. at the University of Alberta in Edmonton and even served as an assistant professor at the University of Manitoba.
Dr. Badawi’s strong engineering and scientific background give him a unique perspective on clear aligner technology and he has invented and developed new healthcare technology and innovations that he has incorporated into his own practice.
Clear aligner technology is a revolutionary orthodontic treatment that has given millions of patients around the world healthy straight smiles since 1998. This is the treatment that Dr. Badawi specializes in using to treat his patients. Clear aligner treatment is available to adults, teens, and kids. Once Dr. Badawi determines that you qualify for treatment, a custom series of aligners will be made just for your teeth.
The treatment is minimally invasive. No cutting or filling is required and no attachments are glued to your teeth.
You wear the aligners for 22 hours a day and switch to a new set every two weeks to begin a new stage of shifting. The aligners put pressure on your teeth to move them into position. To provide maximum comfort and hygiene, the aligners are made using multiple layers of medical-grade plastic and have rounded edges. You will feel some initial discomfort when first using the aligners and every time you switch to a new set, but this is manageable and will soon fade away as you get used to them.
Clear aligners not only fix your teeth, but they are also perfect for patients who desire little to no changes in their lifestyle. The aligners are clear so the treatment is virtually invisible to others. Even your family and friends may not realize you are wearing them. This means you can show off your smile without feeling self-conscious.
Furthermore, clear aligners are removable, so there are no dietary restrictions like there would be with braces. You can eat whatever you want. Clear aligners are also easier to clean and there are a variety of products on the market and home remedies that you can choose from. Be sure to clean your aligners and brush your teeth after every meal. You should also clean them at night before bedtime and again in the morning when you wake up.
Clear aligners are one of the most popular orthodontic treatments for a reason. To find out if clear aligners will work for you, make an appointment with Dr. Badawi at Smile Elements Orthodontics!
At Smile Elements, we use state-of-the-art technology to provide our patients with effective and accurate treatment. Our iTero digital scanner creates a 3D model of your teeth so you will not have to bite into a tray of putty to create a traditional model. The 3D model allows us to create a custom set of clear aligners just for your teeth.
The technology also gives us the ability to predict how your teeth will shift and we can even show patients what their smile should look like once treatment is complete.
The cost of clear aligner treatment in Calgary ranges from $4,500 for simple cases up to $7,500 for more complex cases. Smile Elements offers interest-free monthly payment plans to make treatment more affordable for our patients. The final cost also depends on several factors including the complexity of your problem, your location, length of treatment, and the experience and skill of your orthodontist.
Dental insurance also usually covers at least part of the cost and can save you thousands of dollars. Don’t let the cost hold you back from getting treatment. The earlier you seek treatment, the better.
Smile Elements Orthodontics is currently accepting new patients. We have the experience, skills, technology, and compassion to provide patients with the treatment they need. We proudly serve Calgary and surrounding communities in Alberta. Now is the time to seek the straight healthy smile you have always wanted. To schedule an appointment, call our office at 403-730-6400 today!
