WHAT ARE CLEAR ALIGNERS?
Clear aligners are transparent trays made of a special material that are used to straighten teeth just like braces. They use gentle and constant force to move the teeth into the required position without going through the hassles of metal wires and brackets. They are custom-made for each patient through a digital scan.
HOW DO THEY WORK?
They are built specifically for each individual and are meant to shift teeth in the desired direction very slowly. This is accomplished by taking an impression digitally, processing the data using specialist software, computing the future expectations for better outcomes and straighter teeth, and then having the milling machine automatically create a set of bespoke trays for you. A person typically needs 25 to 40 sets for full alignment.
The advantage of the aligners is their extremely snug fit, which over time practically becomes a part of the body and results in no speech issues. There are no limitations on what you can eat or drink because you will be removing them before each meal.
| CLEAR ALIGNERS |
| Invisible – One cannot spot them easily |
| Removable – People have the freedom to remove aligners while eating, brushing & flossing |
| Since removable, it is easy to maintain routine healthy Oral Care |
| Fits smoothly on the teeth |
| Takes relatively less time than traditional braces (varies from case to case) |
CARE WITH ALIGNERS ON
Though aligners are the most comfortable option, there are certain things that need to be kept in mind while you have it on. Your Orthodontist will give you a set of guidelines that should be followed diligently such as below:
- You should wear the aligners for at least 20 hours a day for the effective results
- Remove your aligners while brushing, flossing & eating. Never have it on especially while consuming anything hot
- Keep your aligners clean. While you brush make sure that you brush your aligners in the same way
- Keep them safe in the box as given by your Orthodontist to prevent them from getting dirty
POST-TREATMENT CARE
- Retain your smile with Retainer – Just because you’ve got your teeth straightened does not necessarily mean that they will stay straight throughout. Your Orthodontist might advise retainers which will prevent your teeth to shift back to their previous location
- Take care of your food habits – It may so happen that your teeth are sensitive after the treatment, therefore, it is advised to not consume, too crunchy food for a few days. Let your smile rest before going back to the crunchy munchy snacks
- Do not forget to brush – Keep up your habit of brushing twice a day and flossing in order to keep your teeth clean and healthy. Not taking good care of your oral hygiene will let the treatment go in vain.
- Visit your dentist – Because you are done with your treatment and have got that perfect smile you always desired does not mean that you need not visit the dentist ever. Always visit a dentist after every 6 months to ensure that this smile remains intact.
COST OF CLEAR ALIGNERS IN INDIA
The cost of Invisible Braces Treatment or Clear Aligner Treatment varies depending on the alignment of teeth and other factors that can be assessed by a dentist with a full mouth scan. The cost of treatment is determined by a variety of criteria, including the intricacy of the case, the number of improvements required, and the number of aligners used. While all of these factors are interconnected, the number of aligners required for treatment is one of the most important.