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How Invisalign Clear Aligners Work

The Difference Between Invisalign and Other Clear Aligner Brands

What Is the Difference Between Invisalign and Other Clear Aligner Brands? If you’re wondering about the difference between Invisalign and other clear aligner brands, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions people ask when they start thinking about straightening their teeth. The short answer: Invisalign differs from other brands in four key […]

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Traditional Braces vs. Sioux Falls Invisalign Clear Aligners

Are Clear Aligners as Effective as Traditional Braces for Tough Cases?

If you’ve got a tough bite or serious crowding, you’ve probably wondered whether clear aligners can really handle it. When the stakes are high, the treatment choice matters. You want results that last. And you deserve to know whether clear aligners can actually deliver for your specific situation, or if traditional braces are the better

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6 Tips to Try if Your Invisalign Aligners Hurt

6 Tips to Try if Your Invisalign Aligners Hurt

Invisalign is an excellent way to straighten your teeth without the trouble of traditional braces, but many patients find their Invisalign hurts during treatment. For instance, a little bit of pain when changing aligners is completely normal, but isn’t the most pleasant experience. In fact, some pain means that your teeth are moving to their correct

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10 Invisalign Facts You Need to Know

10 Invisalign Facts You Need to Know

The decision to begin orthodontic treatment is a big one. You may have looked at traditional braces, but today, more and more patients are interested in Invisalign. Our Sioux Falls orthodontists have been using Invisalign aligners to create beautiful, confident smiles for orthodontic patients for many years. We complete a thorough examination beforehand to ensure

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8 Reasons it Pays to Invest in Sioux Falls Invisalign Treatment

8 Reasons it Pays to Invest in Sioux Falls Invisalign Treatment

Most people tend to imagine unsightly metal brackets when they think about braces. But in reality, there is a much more subtle and accommodating approach known as Invisalign. Invisalign can help you fix your smile without committing to metal braces for years. You can take the trays out if needed, and you don’t have to change what

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Caring for Your Smile After Sioux Falls Invisalign Treatment

Caring for Your Smile After Sioux Falls Invisalign Treatment

Finishing Invisalign treatment is an exciting milestone. You’ll get to see your gorgeous new smile for the first time – and you’ll be keeping it with you for the rest of your life! But hold your horses, as you’re not quite through with orthodontics yet. How well you care for your smile after treatment has

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HOW LONG DO BRACES TAKE TO STRAIGHTEN TEETH?

How Long Do Braces Take to Straighten Teeth?

Braces have traditionally been the standard and fastest method for straightening teeth, and they remain the best choice in some cases. For many people, however, newer clear aligners offer an even faster way to get a perfect smile. If you’re hoping to straighten teeth relatively quickly, which of these two options is best for you

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Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Orthodontic Treatment

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Orthodontic Treatment

With a FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts), you get to put aside pre-tax money in a tax-free account that you can use on your health care expenses throughout the year.  They’re a great resource for many families as a “just-in-case” solution that can help reduce the stress and impact of a sudden medical expense. However, with

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Taking Care of Your Teeth This Holiday Season

Taking Care of Your Teeth This Holiday Season

Thanksgiving signals the start of the holiday season leading up to Christmas and New Year’s Day. For most people and children, this also means a time of year to enjoy in holiday favorites, from turkey dinners with all the fixings to sweets, candies, cakes, pies, and other delectable delights. Here at VanLaecken Orthodontics, we enjoy

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