It is a modern treatment approach in orthodontics and is gaining popularity nowadays. It is a type of clear aligner for teeth. Metal braces have become obsolete and it’s the era in the field of dentistry. These plastic aligners are made from a flexible material. They are not completely invisible but are relatively lightly visible when compared to traditional metal braces.
It is used for the correct alignment of the teeth. In this modern generation, people are giving high importance to aesthetics, and it is a boon for all those who are worried about the visible metal braces, impacting their beautiful smile. As they are used for the correction of maligned teeth, dentists need to provide proper fitting to the patients.
Understanding Invisalign Treatment
It offers numerous benefits over traditional metal braces. These clear aligners help in the proper positioning of the teeth by gently moving them into the correct position, without causing much discomfort to the patients.
Different steps involved in the treatment include:
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Initial consultation
Consulting an orthodontist is the first step in the treatment of misaligned teeth. Dentists thoroughly assess the condition and recommend Invisalign, based on the condition of your teeth positioning.
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Well-designed treatment plan
Orthodontists design a treatment plan for every individual based on their past medical history or traumatic history. Every individual is different and their goals of treatment also vary based on their requirement for treatment. Dentists will take into account these details before crafting a unique treatment plan for each of their patients.
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Measurement for aligners
At our clinic people take measurements of the teeth of an individual undergoing treatment with aligners. Based on this, doctors place the order for the aligners specific to every patient’s tooth.
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Orthodontists refine your smile
Regular use of aligners gradually professionals pressure on the teeth, correctly realigning them and enhancing the patient’s smile and aesthetics.
The Role of Invisalign Dentists
Our team of dentists is qualified to perform treatments for all patients, with the use of modern technology. Invisalign dentists play a unique role in assessing the needs of the individual patients. They also advise on the required different diagnostic tests such as X-rays. Dentists work in coordination with the patients to provide the best possible treatment benefits.
Assessment & Customization
This treatment involves a clear assessment of the patient’s teeth alignment. Orthodontists plan the right aligners based on the shape of the teeth and the cause of the teeth misalignment such as overcrowding. Based on these factors, they start to customize the aligners for the patients, to meet their unique treatment needs.
The orthodontists have a support team, who are well versed in taking the correct measurements of the patient’s teeth. Customisation is very much possible in cases unlike the traditional metal braces; as the doctors can monitor the change in the patient’s teeth alignment and change the aligners accordingly.
Customizing treatment plans
As every patient is unique, dentists always believe that customization plays an important role, when it comes to this treatment. It helps the patient to not experience any sort of discomfort during the different stages of the treatment procedure. A set of aligners is designed for every patient, as frequent check-ups are done and aligners are changed according to the change in the teeth alignment; as the treatment progresses.
Customisation helps to reduce pain or discomfort for the patients due to the relocation of the teeth in the appropriate places. It also helps the patients to get maximum benefits from the treatment with aligners. Meeting each patient’s unique needs is the main goal and thus, they design the treatments accordingly.
Adaptability & Monitoring
One of the major advantages is adaptability. The set of aligners can be frequently changed based on the changes in the patient’s teeth alignment. Regular follow-ups help to change it on a timely basis, to gain maximum benefits with the treatment.
With a chance to monitor the progress of the treatment, it is flexible to change the treatment according to the requirements of the patients. It also helps you to stay on track with your smile transformation journey and provides you with the desirable confidence to follow the standard protocol throughout your treatment duration.
Patient Involvement & Communication
It is given to the patients by explaining to them about the treatment benefits and by making them a part of the treatment decisions. Carstairs Dentists always ensure that there is open communication with the patients, to understand their concerns and modify the treatment plans accordingly. Active participation of the patients in treatment helps in achieving the treatment goals effectively, as they get to see the results closely. Open and clear communication ensures the patients that they can get their desired smile by following the treatment protocols.
Challenges & Solutions
Like any other form of treatment, treatment with it, also has some challenges. Some of them include difficulty in maintaining oral hygiene, as it is not possible to remove the aligners while brushing teeth. It is a treatment that is a bit costly for a few individuals and would be a burden for them to get this treatment. All these challenges can be addressed by the dentists, by helping you understand the methods of maintaining oral hygiene while aligners are intact. They also help you understand how to bear the cost of treatment by utilizing insurance policy benefits etc.
Conclusion
In your journey to a beautiful smile, the Invisalign treatment helps you with personalized benefits. Carstairs Dental is highly qualified to prepare customized treatment plans for their patients to meet the required unique goals of each of their patients. Take some proactive steps to achieve a beautiful smile, by visiting the dentists and discussing the effectiveness.
