WIRELESS ORTHODONTICS (INVISALIGN)

STRAIGHTENING TEETH WITH CLEAR ALIGNERS

What is Invisalign Treatment?
Invisalign is a tooth alignment method designed as an alternative to braces and wires for correcting crooked teeth. In Invisalign treatment (wireless orthodontics), custom-made clear aligners are used to properly align the teeth.

Features of Invisalign Treatment

  • Invisalign aligners are made from transparent material and are nearly invisible.
  • They can be removed while eating or brushing your teeth, allowing for better oral hygiene compared to traditional braces.
  • Since the aligners are removed during meals, you can continue your treatment without food restrictions.
  • It does not interfere with your daily life.
  • Requires fewer doctor visits compared to traditional braces, making it suitable even if you're in a different city or country.
  • Before starting, you can preview the potential results of your treatment.

Stages of Invisalign Treatment

1) Preparation Before Treatment
Before starting Invisalign, any existing dental or gum issues are resolved.

2) Scanning and Treatment Planning

  • X-rays and photographs are taken, and a digital scan of your teeth is created.
  • Using this digital model, your treatment plan is designed by simulating tooth movements.
  • Aligners are then produced based on this plan, and the number of aligners is determined by the required adjustments.

3) Daily Wear

  • Aligners must be worn for 20–22 hours a day, with each set used for 7–10 days.
  • Eating or drinking anything other than water with the aligners on may cause deformation or cavities.

4) Monitoring Progress

  • Your first follow-up appointment is typically scheduled 4–6 weeks after starting treatment to assess how well you're using the aligners.
  • Further checkups are planned according to treatment progress.
  • Patients can also send intraoral photos to their doctors via an app for remote monitoring.

5) Completion and Retention
After finishing Invisalign treatment, invisible retainers called “retainers” are placed on the inside of the teeth to maintain the results.

Frequently Asked Questions About Invisalign

Can I see the results before starting Invisalign treatment?
Yes, the 3D treatment plan allows you to visualize the expected results before starting.

Who can benefit from Invisalign treatment?
Invisalign is suitable for children, teens, and adults. It has no upper age limit as long as there is sufficient bone around the teeth.

What is Invisalign First?
Invisalign First is a treatment designed for children aged 7–12. It focuses on expanding the jaw, aligning front teeth, and creating space for permanent teeth.

Does Invisalign affect speech?
Some patients may experience slight speech changes during the first 1–2 days as they adjust to wearing aligners.

Can Invisalign be used during sports?
Yes, Invisalign aligners can be worn during sports and even provide protection against potential dental impacts in some cases.

What material is used in Invisalign aligners?
Invisalign aligners do not contain harmful chemicals like Bisphenol-A or phthalates, making them safe even during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Does smoking discolor Invisalign aligners?
Smoking may cause some discoloration, but since aligners are replaced weekly, this is usually not a major issue.

How long does Invisalign treatment take compared to braces?
In general, Invisalign treatment is faster than traditional braces as it focuses on targeted tooth movements.