Polaris Orthodontic Center Blog

There’s one thing for sure. The Ohio State football program is known for producing top-notch running backs like Robert Smith, Eddie George and Ezekiel Elliot. And those backs have always been tough, dependable, sure-handed and fumble-proof. You admire that about them, so now that you have your new Invisalign clear trays, you want to make sure that you don’t fumble either. You’ve waited for so long to get into the game of straight teeth and beautiful smiles that you’re definitely not going to mess it up by improperly caring for your clear trays. Therefore, you’re eager to learn these 5 Invisalign cleaning tips from your dentist. (more…)

It’s your last scheduled day of wearing your Invisalign clear aligners so you jump out of bed, ready to show off your new smile to the orthodontist. After making it to the office, the treatment proved to be a success and you hand your aligners back and head on your way. However, the doctor stops you from leaving. “Did you forget? We need to give you your retainer.” At first you’re puzzled, then you remember back to the first day of treatment. Your Polaris orthodontist mentioned you’d need a retainer after you finished wearing your aligners.   (more…)

High school can be the best four years of a person’s life…or the worst. One way you can help your teen cope the most challenging times that they’ll face as a young adult is to provide them a way to straighten their teeth discreetly. Invisalign can help your teenager achieve the straight smile that they won’t be able to stop showing off! (more…)