Six Month Smiles in Nashville, TN - Center for Advanced Dentistry

One of the reasons why people avoid orthodontic treatment is the time commitment involved. In many cases, orthodontic treatment can take over a year, and that is a long time to be in braces. Enter Six Month Smiles, which, true to its name, can often cut the treatment time for orthodontics in half. The benefits of this go beyond just time savings: it can save you money, and it can be healthier for your teeth and gums.

If you are considering orthodontic treatment of any kind in the Nashville, TN, area, we recommend you consult with a neuromuscular dentist like Dr. Forbes. Neuromuscular dentistry is the study of the bite system as an integrated whole, and it allows a holistic approach that ensures your orthodontic treatment will foster a healthy bite.

If you are looking for the most innovative and comprehensive orthodontic treatments in Nashville, TN, please call (615) 383-6787 for an appointment at the Center for Advanced Dentistry.

Benefits of Six Month Smiles

Six Month Smiles is a remarkable new approach to orthodontics. It is rapidly becoming a widespread and in-demand approach, because it:

Has a shorter treatment time
Has shorter appointments
Has a subtle appearance
Gives consistent, predictable results
Can be better for your oral health
Can be significantly less expensive than other approaches

Although Six Month Smiles uses brackets and wires for your orthodontic procedure, these are less visible than traditional orthodontic gear. The wire is white, and the brackets are clear, making them very hard to detect, especially when they are kept clean.

The use of traditional braces allows for the benefit of the nearly two centuries of experience with orthodontic braces: the results are consistent and predictable.

Benefits to your health and pocketbook come directly from the shorter treatment time. Cleaning your teeth with braces on can be challenging, and even diligent toothbrushers may find that they are getting more cavities and gum disease than before. The less time braces are on, the lower the risk. And because Six Month Smiles requires fewer visits to the dentist and less resources, it’s often less expensive than other approaches to orthodontics.

The Six Month Secret

How is Six Month Smiles able to straighten your teeth in half the time using brackets and wires? Simple–it works smarter not harder. Many people only need cosmetic straightening of their teeth, which can be done with only moving the front teeth. These front teeth have smaller roots so it i’s easier and faster to move them. And it is usually more comfortable, too. Moving your larger, back teeth can require a significant amount of force that can be uncomfortable.

Six Month Smiles also benefits from recent work by efficiency experts. Unlike traditional orthodontics, each dental visit is pre-planned so everything at the dental office is laid out in advance for your visit. This makes the visits shorter and more efficient.

Why Consult With a Neuromuscular Dentist

Six Month Smiles is a great orthodontic option for people who only need cosmetic straightening of their teeth. But if you have serious malocclusion (problems with the way your teeth fit together), and bite problems like TMJ or that could develop into TMJ, it might not be your best choice because you might need or benefit from moving the larger back teeth.

With a comprehensive neuromuscular exam, Dr. Forbes can determine the health of your bite system and recommend the right type of orthodontics for you.

If you want to know whether you’re a candidate for Six Month Smiles in Nashville, please call (615) 383-6787 for an appointment at the Center for Advanced Dentistry.

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The new owner of Center For Advanced Dentistry, Dr. Mckinnon Forbes has done several procedures on me when was practicing in North Carolina and I... read more

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Dr. Forbes is THE BEST!!! Not only is he an expert in his field, he is personable, kind, and his staff made me comfortable at every turn. I gladly... read more

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Sammie U.

If you have dental anxiety, this is for you! In April of last year, I had to have a molar extracted (from a different dentist) and the experience was quite horrible. I had already developed some dental anxiety prior to this, but this particular visit sent it through the roof. I knew I needed a new dentist and I wanted to find a holistic one who would align with my values and refer out to other practices as little as possible. I found Dr. Forbes at Center for Advanced Dentistry and scheduled a consult knowing I would eventually need an implant to replace my missing tooth. Crissy, their patient coordinator, spent almost three hours with me that first day! She was incredibly kind, great at helping educate me about the root causes of the issues going on in my mouth, patient answering all my questions, and so encouraging when I shared with her how much I struggled with anxiety when getting dental work done. Her passion for helping others in this field radiates through her and quickly helps build an immediate trust. We discussed several different options to best fit my timeline, budget, fears/anxiety, etc. I chose to have two additional teeth extracted (both were root canals that I had wanted out for years) and have implants placed in the, what would be three missing areas. At first, I had decided I wanted to be fully put under with anesthesia because I was so nervous about the procedure. But as we got closer, I started to wonder if I could do it without since it was so expensive, and overall not the healthiest option either. Dr. Forbes and Crissy encouraged me that I could do the procedure with alternative calming methods that they offer and that if at any point I felt like I couldn’t handle it, we could stop. Y’all, I don’t have the words to express the gratitude toward Dr. Forbes and the whole CAD office on surgery day. From their patience in waiting for me to be ready for them to start, to holding my hand and wiping away my tears. From Dr. Forbes communicating with me throughout the whole process, to pushing through seven hours with me in the chair to wrap up what I believe to be the best work anyone could have performed. I’m not even three days post-op and I can’t believe how little pain I’ve felt. I will never trust another dentist like I do Dr. Forbes and I can honestly say I’m less fearful now for future procedures. I look forward to the future dental work and corrections I’ve needed for such a long time! I never thought that would be possible. Thank you, Center for Advanced Dentistry!

Tamara B.

I was extremely hesitant to try yet another dentist. I needed to get another opinion for my own peace of mind though, so I gave CFAD a try. I had seen multiple friends post about them and from the look of their website and social media they looked like they aligned well with my holistic approach to health in general. Backstory: I have had a handful of dental emergencies as an adult, that always led to tooth removal. They were at traditional dentist offices that seemed to want the quick fix to everything. I believe my teeth probably could have been saved if I had known more about preventative oral health and the holistic mindset around teeth in general back then. Most dentists (at least the many that I have seen) do not educate you on full body functional health. They focus on service level in my opinion. I needed more than this. I was tired of not understanding. So I learned more about holistic options. I have a lot of anxiety seeing dentists because every visit for over a decade was always bad news. I need my bite corrected, a few implants, and some small fires to be put out. I don't need a celebrity smile like other doctors have pushed, and I very much like my smile how it is. What I need is better function of my overall health. I didn't want braces at 33 and the suggested gameplan from another doctor was many years of work. Going into CFAD today, I felt this huge weight and confusion over me. I was nervous and defeated, but I walked out empowered and confident! My consultation was more like having coffee with a friend. Crissy immediately helped my nerves dissipate with her personality and gentle demeanor. We talked for hours. The wealth of knowledge that was poured into me was exactly what I was searching for. She was very likeminded about health in general and made me feel safe to ask questions. She eased into the plan for my mouth and I never felt like she was rushing or waiting to move on to the next topic. I could have talked to her all day. She really made me completely comfortable before I even saw Dr. Forbes. So by the time he came in, I had zero anxiety. That alone is a miracle in itself, because it's never happened before. The plan for my mouth is different than I expected, but I am so excited for their expertise to be a success story for me. I actually understand the plan and why. Another first! I don't need to get braces, and it actually won't take much time at all to bring functionality back into my mouth. If you are on the fence about big dental work, I highly suggest meeting with Center for Advanced Dentistry for a consultation. I can't wait to start improving and healing my mouth with this amazing team.

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