Invisalign Clear Aligners

1. Invisalign Clear Aligners

Invisalign is an orthodontic technique that uses transparent “trays” to move teeth. These trays are fitted to the entire arch with force points to move teeth into the desired position. Patients can actively remove the aligners to clean before or after eating.

Each aligner moves teeth about 0.25mm when patients have worn averagely for about 2 weeks.

2. Invisalign – the era of digital technology

Almost tools and equipment can be made on computers with the strong development of technology.

Invisalign technology uses the patient’s information (jaw samples, X-ray films and the photos of patient’s appearance) added on a computer. By specialized software, Invisalign specialists coordinate with orthodontists to plan the treatment for patients “from start to finish”.

Once computerized treatment plan is completed, Invisalign aligners are 3D printed. Many steps of aligner production are done by automated robots. Typically, patients need to bring about 20-40 Invisalign aligners to complete a treatment plan.

3. Invisalign – “invisible” shape

If you look for an orthodontics method without other’s recognition, Invisalign is the method you should think at first.

The usual treatment plan spends 20-40 Invisalign aligners; each is required to wear normally 2 weeks and 20-22 hours a day. Timing can vary depending on the daily wearing time. Invisalign aligners are made of transparent plastic; therefore, they are almost “invisible”.

4. Invisalign – preeminent but not for all

Indications: Invisalign orthodontics is usually indicated for patients with mild and moderate malocclusion. In case of serious malocclusion, they must be treated with traditional orthodontic braces. You should take X-rays for more specific advice from the orthodontist.
Cost: Advanced technique comes with a high price, from 70 to 120 million depending on the difficulty level and the number of aligners used.
Notice: Aligners need to be daily cleaned, absolutely do not put in hot water. In addition, you need uphold excellent oral hygiene by using soft and interdental brushes.

5. Invisalign Treatment

The 1st appointment:

Examine teeth
Take X-ray
Explain and give an overview of the current oral condition and the Invisalign treatment
Take dental impressions after the patient agrees to treatment
Transfer patient information (jaw samples, X-ray films, photos) to the computer system.

The orthodontist will discuss with Invisalign specialist to make a treatment plan; the entire treatment from start to finish will be simulated on a computer.

The 2nd appointment:

The orthodontist shows the patient the treatment process with 3D images on the computer
Discuss with patients about time and implementation

After the treatment plan agreement, orthodontists transfer the data to the Invisalign center. Invisalign aligners will be manufactured by an automatic robot and delivered to the orthodontist.

The 3rd appointment:

The orthodontist puts attachments to the tooth and instructs to wear Invisalign trays.
Make an appointment for a follow-up visit every 2 months. In case of trays loss, you should visit the orthodontist for instructions.