Straight front teeth in 2 months.
No braces. No Invisalign®. No years of waiting. For 25+ years, Dr. Beougher's clear retainer technique has straightened crowded and overlapping front teeth for qualified adults in as little as 2–4 months — quickly, comfortably, and affordably.
A faster, affordable way to straighten your smile.
Clear orthodontics at Smile Maker of Texas is Dr. Ritchie Beougher's retainer technique: a series of removable clear retainers that align crowded or overlapping front teeth in as little as 2–3 months — typically 2–4 months quicker than Invisalign®. It is designed for adults who need minimal movement of the front teeth and want visible results without the long commitment of braces or full aligner systems.
We have completed more than a thousand successful cases over 35 years in Plano. The requirement is simple: wear the retainers consistently, removing them only to eat and brush. Once your front teeth are straight, our KöR in-office whitening system — with 25+ years of results and little to no sensitivity — finishes the transformation in about 90 minutes.
Gentle pressure. Fast results.
Traditional braces and full aligner systems aren't always necessary. If your bite is stable and only your front teeth have shifted, active clear retainers can guide them back into position.
- Consultation. Dr. Beougher confirms your front teeth, bite, and gum health make you a candidate.
- Digital scans. Precise 3D impressions create a sequence of custom retainers.
- Active phase (2–4 months). Each retainer is worn 1–2 weeks before the next, removed only to eat and brush.
- Retention. A final passive retainer locks in your new alignment and prevents relapse.
Four reasons to skip the braces.
Fast
Results in 2–4 months — typically far quicker than Invisalign® for the same front-teeth movement.
Affordable
A conservative approach that treats only what's needed — a fraction of full-arch orthodontics.
Convenient
Removable, clear, and easy to clean. Eat what you like, brush normally, and no one notices.
Experienced
1,000+ cases over 25+ years with Dr. Beougher — an artist's eye for how straight teeth should frame a face.
Need more than the front teeth moved? Go clear, all the way.
For crowding, spacing, or bite issues beyond the reach of the retainer technique, Dr. Beougher offers ClearCorrect® clear aligners — a series of nearly invisible, removable trays that move every tooth in a planned sequence.
- Crowding — teeth too close together or overlapping
- Spacing — gaps between one or several teeth
- Deep bite, overjet, crossbite, open bite — and midline shifts
- Teens and adults — removable, so you eat and clean normally
Treatment typically takes 12–18 months: a complimentary consultation and digital scan, a 3D plan that maps each tooth's movement, trays worn 20–22 hours a day and changed about every two weeks, then retainers to hold the result. Braces remain the right choice for some complex cases — and we'll tell you honestly which is best.
Retainer technique, ClearCorrect®, or braces?
| Retainer Technique | ClearCorrect® Aligners | Traditional Braces | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | Clear, nearly invisible | Nearly invisible | Metal brackets and wires |
| Removable | Yes | Yes — eat and clean normally | No |
| Best for | Minor to moderate front-teeth movement | Crowding, spacing, and many bite issues | Complex orthodontic cases |
| Typical time | 2–4 months | 12–18 months | 18–36 months |
| Cost | A fraction of full-arch orthodontics | Quoted at consultation · financing available | Ask at your consultation |
Straight teeth deserve a brighter shade.
Once your front teeth are aligned, our KöR whitening system — a 1½–2 hour in-chair treatment with little to no sensitivity and 25+ years of results — completes the transformation.
- Thousands of results to show you
- Little to no sensitivity
- About 90 minutes, one visit
- The ideal pairing with straightened teeth
A smile is a passport that will take you anywhere you want to go.
— Anonymous
Everything to know about clear orthodontics in Plano.
How fast can clear retainers straighten my front teeth?
For qualified patients, 2–4 months — often 2–3 with consistent wear. That's typically 2–4 months quicker than Invisalign® for the same minor front-tooth movement.
Who qualifies for Dr. Beougher's retainer technique?
Adults (and some teens) with mild to moderate crowding, overlapping, or shifting of the front teeth and a stable bite — including patients whose teeth relapsed after braces. Larger movements may call for our ClearCorrect clear aligners.
How often do I wear the retainers?
Full-time, removing them only to eat and brush. Compliance is the single biggest factor in how quickly you finish.
Does it hurt?
Most patients feel gentle pressure for a day or two with each new retainer — far less than braces.
How much does clear orthodontics cost in Plano?
Because the technique treats only the front teeth, it costs a fraction of full-arch orthodontics. Your complimentary consultation ends with an exact figure. About our fees.
Will my teeth shift back?
Not if you wear your final passive retainer as directed — usually nightly. Retention planning is built into every case.
Can I straighten just my lower front teeth?
Yes — lower teeth straightening in 2–3 months is one of our most requested treatments, especially as the finishing touch after a SmileLift™.
What is ClearCorrect and how long does it take?
ClearCorrect® is a clear-aligner system — a series of removable, nearly invisible trays that straighten the whole arch. Most patients finish in 12–18 months, worn 20–22 hours a day and changed about every two weeks. It's the option when crowding, spacing, or bite issues go beyond what the 2–4 month retainer technique can do.
Retainer technique or ClearCorrect — which is right for me?
If only your front teeth have shifted and your bite is stable, the retainer technique is faster and less expensive. If you have crowding across the arch, gaps, or a bite problem, ClearCorrect® aligners are the better tool. Dr. Beougher tells you plainly at your complimentary consultation — and when braces would serve you better, he'll say that too.
Are there dietary restrictions with clear aligners or retainers?
No — both are removable. Take them out to eat and drink anything but water, brush, and reinsert. That's the advantage over braces.
Do you see orthodontic patients from Dallas?
Every week. Our Plano office at 6201 Dallas Pkwy is on the Dallas North Tollway, minutes from Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Richardson, and Addison.
Don't wait years for results.
Trust Smile Maker of Texas in Plano, led by Dr. Ritchie Beougher, to give you a faster, proven path to a confident smile. Call today to see if you qualify for clear orthodontics.
6201 Dallas Pkwy, Suite 220 · Plano, TX 75024 · Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.