Traditional metal braces work. We know this. But they are hard to ignore and stay fixed in place throughout treatment, changing the way you look every day. If you’ve been waiting for a more discreet way to improve your smile, clear aligners might be what you’re looking for. They do the work, but they do it gently. They guide your teeth into a better place without the visible presence of brackets and wires.
This quieter approach is exactly what Dr. Belman and his team believe your orthodontic treatment should offer. Your smile shouldn’t have to take a back seat while it’s improving. That’s why we provide custom clear aligners designed to blend seamlessly into your daily life while creating noticeable results you’ll be proud to show off.
Change Your Smile, Not Your Life
You don’t have to put your life on hold while your teeth shift into healthier positions. Clear aligners like SureSmile and Invisalign use a series of custom-made trays to gently guide your teeth into position over time. Each aligner is made from transparent, medical-grade plastic and is designed specifically for your smile, making treatment so discreet that most people won’t even realize you’re wearing them.
Every few weeks, you’ll move to the next set of aligners as your teeth continue shifting according to your personalized treatment plan.Unlike traditional braces, clear aligners can be removed whenever you eat or floss, making it much easier to maintain your normal routine and good oral hygiene throughout treatment. For many teens and adults, clear aligners offer the opportunity to improve their smiles without making orthodontic treatment the first thing people notice.
SureSmile: Precision That Respects Your Time
SureSmile has become a central part of how we approach orthodontics at Frisco Family Dentistry. It’s a quiet way to handle the work of straightening teeth, blending comfort and efficiency in a way that feels almost secondary to your daily life.
Under Dr. Belman’s care, these custom-made aligners are shaped for your specific teeth, providing a fit that’s as precise as it is comfortable. The process is designed to be effortless, often moving things along more quickly than other methods, and without the constant presence of wires or brackets. It allows you to go about your day just as you always have, with your treatment working steadily in the background.
Building Your Smile On The Right Foundation
Every smile tells a different story, which is why your consultation matters. Before recommending clear aligners, Dr. Belman looks closely at your bite and your overall oral health to determine if they will truly give you the outcome you’re hoping for.
A good candidate for SureSmile clear aligners typically meets several criteria:
Do You Have Good Dental and Periodontal Health?
Before undergoing orthodontic treatment with Frisco Family Dentistry, you should have good overall dental and periodontal (gum) health. Active cavities, gum disease, or other dental conditions should be addressed beforehand.
Do You Have Mild to Moderate Misalignment?
SureSmile clear aligners are particularly effective for individuals with mild to moderate teeth crowding, spacing issues, or bite discrepancies. While they can address more severe cases, sometimes traditional orthodontics might be recommended for those situations.
Is This Treatment Right for Your Age?
While there’s no strict age limit, clear aligners are often best suited for teenagers and adults whose jaws have stopped growing. Young children or early teenagers with growing jaws might not be ideal candidates.
Are You Willing to Commit to Treatment?
The effectiveness of SureSmile clear aligners relies on patient compliance. Unlike fixed braces, clear aligners can be removed. Therefore, you need to be diligent about wearing them for the recommended 20-22 hours per day and only removing them for meals and brushing.
Do You Have Good Oral Hygiene Habits?
Since aligners fit snugly over teeth, maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial. This means regular brushing, flossing, and cleaning the aligners to prevent bacterial buildup and potential cavities. If another treatment would produce a better result, you’ll hear that too.
Watch Your New Smile Take Shape
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Initial Consultation
A patient interested in SureSmile aligners would first book an appointment for a consultation. Dr. Belman would assess the patient’s dental health, discuss their orthodontic goals, and determine if they are a suitable candidate for SureSmile.
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Diagnostics and Imaging
If the patient is a good fit for the treatment, Dr. Belman will proceed with diagnostic procedures. This typically involves taking digital X-rays, photographs, and 3D imaging of the teeth to get a comprehensive view of the dental anatomy.
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Treatment Planning
Using the diagnostic data and SureSmile’s advanced software, Dr. Belman would craft a personalized treatment plan, detailing the step-by-step progression of tooth movement until the desired outcome is achieved.
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Aligner Fabrication
Once the treatment plan is finalized, it’s sent to the SureSmile lab, where the series of custom clear aligners are fabricated for the patient. We ensure every aligner is crafted to match the precise digital blueprint created during your planning phase.
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Fitting and Instructions
On receiving the aligners, the patient would return to the office. Dr. Belman would ensure the first set fits properly and provide instructions on care, wear time, and maintenance. This ensures you feel fully supported and confident about how to handle your trays between appointments.
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Regular Check-ups
Throughout the treatment, periodic appointments would be scheduled to monitor progress, make any necessary adjustments, and provide the patient with the next set of aligners. These check-ins are vital for verifying that your teeth are moving exactly as we planned.
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Completion and Retainers
Once the treatment is complete and the desired alignment is achieved, Dr. Belman will discuss retainer options to ensure the teeth maintain their new positions. These retainers are a critical final step in locking in your results for the long term.
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Follow-up Visits
Post-treatment, periodic follow-up visits may be recommended to ensure that the teeth remain in place and there are no post-treatment issues. These appointments help us confirm that your smile stays healthy and stable as you settle into your new bite.
Care That Begins With Listening
Choosing orthodontic treatment is about more than straight teeth. You’re trusting someone with your appearance, your comfort, and the confidence you’ll carry long after treatment ends. Dr. David Belman understood early in life that dentistry was where he wanted to make a difference.
After earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with high honors from the University of Southern California, he built Frisco Family Dentistry around an idea that still guides every appointment today: people relax when they feel genuinely cared for. That philosophy is reflected long before you settle into the treatment chair. For Dr. Belman and his team, your questions matter and your concerns deserve honest answers.
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Your Future Smile Is Already Waiting
You may have spent years wondering what your smile could look like without crooked teeth. You don’t have to keep imagining it. Dr. David Belman will show you what’s possible and help you decide if clear aligners are the right fit for your goals. When you’re ready to begin, the next step is simply scheduling your consultation.