If you’re looking to straighten your crooked teeth or close your teeth gaps without the hassle of wearing metallic braces, Invisalign is your solution to the problem. Invisalign aligners are transparent and removable orthodontic appliances which work effectively to correct your crooked teeth problems and offer a faster treatment solution. Invisalign is manufactured by align technology, an American multinational medical device company. Ever since it started sales in 1999 they took the world of dentistry by a storm.
About the Treatment Procedure
Assessment:
At Dr. Nilanjana’s Dental Care our team of Invisalign certified orthodontist will first collect a 3d scan of your teeth using a state-of-the-art digital scanner. This enables you to see your problems upfront on a screen, where the orthodontist can explain your treatment procedure to you.
Customised Design:
once your digital scans have been recorded, our experts analyse and design a custom digital treatment preview plan to get you the best possible treatment results.
Delivery:
Once you approve the treatment plan, the customised aligner trays will be ordered. Within 3-4 weeks of treatment approval, you will be called to the clinic for receiving your trays. The Invisalign expert will instruct you on the usage and give you all the needed information for the same.
Review and Monitoring:
Once your treatment starts, the orthodontist will schedule your follow up appointments as per needs to monitor the progress of the treatment.
How Invisalign Works?
Invisalign technology uses a series of clear aligner trays which are made using thermoplastic material, making them very comfortable to wear.
These trays are specifically designed to adapt to an individual’s teeth and bite. These aligners are to be taken out during eating and brushing your teeth.
Each aligner is to be worn for about 2 weeks and then is replaced with the next one in the series. This process continues till your desired result of tooth movement has been achieved.
Advantages of Invisalign Treatment over Traditional Braces.
1. Esthetics
Wearing metal braces can sometimes affect the aesthetics of a patient and hence cause the patient to be reluctant to continue with orthodontic treatments. Invisalign aligners are completely invisible and hence are an aesthetically superior orthodontic alternative.
2. Less Painful
As compared to braces, Invisalign is less painful and hence increases the patient’s acceptance to the treatment.
3. No food restrictions
Traditional braces have food limitations such as no or limited consumption of hard and sticky food. Invisalign on the other is to be removed at the time of eating hence there are no limitations with any type of food.
4. Hygiene
Since Invisalign is easily removable, these aligners are easy to clean. This is a very important factor as it helps to maintain oral hygiene and prevents the formation of dental caries and its complications.
5. Faster
Faster treatment outcome as compared to traditional braces.
6. Suitable for adults
Because of the esthetic advantage Invisalign is preferred by many adults and working individuals as there is no metal display while smiling or talking.
Treatment Time
Treatment time varies on the complexity of the case. For mild cases it can vary between 6 months to a year and for severe cases it may even take 2-3 years to achieve the desired result.
How to Get Started on Your Invisalign Journey?
At Dr Nilanjana’s Dental Care we have helped many patients to start their journey towards achieving their perfect smiles with Invisalign.
This involves 1st Scheduling your consultation appointment with our Invisalign certified orthodontist who will carry out your 3D digital scan and explain the treatment process to you in detail.
Once we have determined if the treatment is right for you, a treatment plan will be designed and presented to you along with an estimate of treatment time and cost of treatment involved.
FAQ’s
Tooth aligners are clear, removable devices that gradually straighten teeth. They apply gentle pressure to shift teeth into proper alignment without the use of traditional braces.
Unlike braces, aligners are virtually invisible and can be removed for eating and oral hygiene. They provide a discreet and comfortable option for straightening teeth. The treatment time with Aligners is also shortened as compared to use of braces.
Tooth aligners are effective for various orthodontic issues, but the suitability depends on the complexity of the case. A consultation with our orthodontist can determine if aligners are the right choice for your treatment.
The duration varies based on individual needs. On average, treatment may last from a few months to a couple of years. Regular check-ups with the orthodontist are crucial for monitoring progress.
Initially, there may be mild discomfort as the teeth adjust. However, compared to traditional braces, aligners generally cause less discomfort, and any discomfort present is temporary.