COASTAL DENTAL GROUP
Invisalign or Clear Aligner
Invisalign or clear aligners is an orthodontic treatment that uses removable transparent aligners to align the teeth. The aligners are generated with a special 3-D software and Artificial Intelligence. They are customized to fit the patient’s teeth precisely. These aligners slowly and safely change the position of the teeth to have a predictable smile result. With 3d control from aligner software, Dr Duong can customize your teeth movement to be viewed before and after treatment prior to treatment is being rendered.
Invisalign Benefits:
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Reduction risk of root resorption and unwanted teeth movement because the movement of the teeth is controlled by ClinCheck a 3-D software.
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Before and after it can be previewed in the Clincheck software.
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Exceptional oral hygiene as aligners can be removed during meals, flossing and brushing teeth. As a result, dental caries are reduced during orthodontic treatment.
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Excellent aesthetics compared to conventional metal aligners and wire braces.
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The aligners are clear and invisible, most people do not notice that they are in treatment.
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They can be temporarily removed on special occasions.
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Less soft tissue irritation compared to metal aligners.
​Invisalign demands the cooperation of the patient. The patient who is in Invisalign must use the retainers 24 hours a day. The aligners are only removed during meals, brushing or flossing. Aligners that are not used for a period of 4-5 hours will reverse the treatment time to 24 hours. Your last tooth movement may be affected if the aligners are not used properly as directed by the CDG dentists.
Process:
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During your first visit, a bite registration is made and photos are taken. This information is sent to Invisalign to process a 3-dimensional image that predicts the movement of your teeth with the “ClinCheck” software. ClinCheck is an advanced software that calculates the movement of teeth during treatment.
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On their second visit (usually the ClinCheck result is available in 2-3 weeks), CDG dentists discuss the movement of their teeth and the duration of treatment depends on the number of aligners indicated in ClinCheck. The aligners will then be available in 2 weeks.
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During their third visit, the two aligners are delivered, their adjustment is verified and patients are instructed. Each aligner is used for two weeks.
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The patient must return for the monthly adjustment and to receive new aligners.
You need to report with the CDG dentists in the following circumstances:
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The aligners do not fit in your teeth.
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The aligners come off.
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The buttons come off
The success of the treatment requires constant effort and cooperation from the patient. A patient error when cleaning their teeth, or when using the aligners, may result in failure and may prolong the treatment.