{"id":541,"date":"2026-02-10T22:38:43","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T22:38:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pcdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=541"},"modified":"2026-04-30T22:40:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T22:40:54","slug":"suresmile-how-to-prepare-for-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pcdentistry.com\/blog\/suresmile-how-to-prepare-for-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre-Treatment To-Do List: 4 Ways to Prepare for SureSmile"},"content":{"rendered":"
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SureSmile<\/a> clear aligners can create straighter teeth without the use of bulky, bothersome metal. This is what makes them such a popular and enjoyable treatment option. If you’re preparing for your initial appointment, you may want some helpful tips to ensure you\u2019re ready for clear aligners. Here are four to get you started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Meet with Your Dentist for a Comprehensive Exam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

SureSmile requires an initial consultation with your dentist to ensure you are a good candidate for treatment. Based on the examination that is performed during this appointment, you will learn about the severity of your dental issue (i.e., overcrowding, gaps, or bite misalignment) and whether these aligners will be enough to address the problem adequately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Receive Additional Dental Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you begin with SureSmile, you may need additional dental treatment to ensure your mouth is as healthy as possible. This may include gum disease treatment, tooth-colored fillings, or other similar restorative solutions. Repairing cavities and treating gum disease are essential if you want to progress through SureSmile treatment with ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once your oral health improves, your dentist will create a custom plan detailing how your new aligners will gradually shift your teeth over time. Using digital scans of your teeth, they will ensure off-site lab technicians have the most accurate information to create your new aligners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stock Up on Oral Hygiene Essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you wait for your SureSmile trays, stock up on your oral hygiene essentials. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n