Clear Aligner Treatments in Orthodontics

In daily life , the main reasons why people apply to dental clinics are; aesthetic concerns, effects on social life, functional problems, triggering different factors that may negatively affect oral health in the future. However, in recent years, increasing aesthetic expectations in the treatment of dental misalignment and the need for more comfortable use of the appliances placed on the teeth have enabled orthodontic treatments with Invisalign Clear Aligners to be offered as an option. Today, with the development of these transparent plates, orthodontic treatments are an alternative that can be safely performed in daily life without a visible layer on the teeth.

What is the Treatment with Invisalign Clear Aligners?

Treatment with transparent plates is an orthodontic treatment method developed to correct crooked teeth, cavities and more complex malocclusions by making detailed treatment plans in a computer environment together with measurements taken with digital three-dimensional imaging devices specific to each person. Although these plates are prepared completely individually, they provide the elimination of crookedness by applying force to the teeth under the control of an orthodontist.

What are the Advantages of Treatment with Invisalign Clear Aligners?

The biggest advantage of transparent trays can be considered as providing tooth movement with colorless thin trays that completely surround the teeth without causing a significant change in the appearance of the teeth. In this way, orthodontic treatment is provided at the desired level without the need for metal wires and brackets. There is no need to use apparatus made of materials such as metal or ceramic on the surface of the teeth. Easy attachment and removal prevents loss of comfort during eating and social activities. With the scan records taken with three-dimensional scanners in the mouth, people can see the development of the treatment process and completion plans in a digital environment. With the personalized design and controlled delivery of transparent trays, the frequency of clinical visits can be reduced, so that the treatment process can be continued without interruption in patients who are far away or who cannot come to dental check-ups frequently due to busy schedules.

When is Treatment Possible with Invisalign Clear Aligners?

Although there is no upper age limit for treatments with transparent plates, advanced dental crowding or the presence of skeletal problems may direct us to different treatment options. For this reason, a clinical examination by a specialist physician using digital measurements is important for a healthy treatment plan specific to the person.

What Do You Need to Know About Invisalign Clear Aligners?

In order for the treatment with clear aligners to be applied correctly and as planned, it is of great importance that the oral and dental tissues are healthy before the treatment. As with every orthodontic treatment, we recommend that a general oral and dental examination be performed before treatments with clear aligners. In this way, it is aimed to ensure a progress in accordance with the treatment plan and to protect the current oral health during the use of aligners.

How Does the Treatment Process Proceed with Invisalign Clear Aligners?

Clear Aligners create limited pressure areas on the teeth by advancing them to their planned correct positions. Unlike traditional braces, this treatment method not only controls the amount of movement but also the time of movement, creating an effective application system. These regularly created tooth movements are activated with each plate change. The number of plates and the treatment period vary depending on the planning at the beginning of the treatment and the level of the person’s teeth crowding. There is no need to change the foods consumed during the treatment process with clear plates, but it is recommended to remove the plates during meals for reasons such as being affected by hot and acidic foods and not being damaged during food intake. As long as regular use is provided in this way, the treatment progresses positively at the desired level by changing to a new plate approximately every 2 weeks.

How Often Should I Use My Invisalign Clear Aligners?

In addition to the advantages of ease of use in daily life and not negatively affecting social life, it is recommended that the aligners be worn at all times except for meal breaks and oral care times. It is recommended to use them for an average of 22 hours a day to get the maximum benefit from the treatment.

Do Invisalign Clear Aligners Cause Pain?

Some people may experience a feeling of pressure during the first few days of aligner shifting, but this is temporary and is usually a sign that the teeth are moving into their planned position.

How Should I Clean My Clear Aligners?

The best way to clean clear aligners is to rinse them with warm water and brush them without using toothpaste, and it is also recommended to use aligner cleaning tablets that are specifically produced for clear aligners. Brushing your teeth before re-using the aligner after meals is also important for maintaining both oral hygiene and aligner hygiene.

Do Invisalign Clear Aligners Affect Our Social Life?

Although there is no problem with speech disorders in people who continue the treatment, it can be said that the process of getting used to this new material in wax is quite short due to reasons such as the plates being very thin and being specially designed to fit the teeth perfectly. The visibility is almost unnoticeable and as an aesthetic advantage, it does not cause any negativity in social life.

How Does the Process Continue After Treatment with Invisalign Clear Aligners Is Complete?

At the end of the treatment, some movements are important for the adaptation process of the teeth and surrounding tissues to their new positions. As in other treatments, reinforcement at the end of the treatment with transparent plates is important as a precaution to protect the new position of the teeth for the first year and for the controls in the ongoing process. The teeth corrected with the help of the incisors called retainers and thin wires and Essix night plates are prevented from returning to their old positions.