What are clear aligners?
Clear aligners are clear dental appliances used to correct misaligned teeth and give you a nice straight smile. They are used as an alternative to traditional braces and are made of a special clear plastic material which are formed to fit the shape of your teeth exactly.
What can be corrected?
Misaligned or crooked teeth caused by gaps, crowding, overlapping teeth or tooth size discrepancy can be corrected. Clear aligners used for teeth alignment creates healthier teeth and gums by allowing easier access for cleaning. There is also the added advantage of an increased self-confidence from having a smile with straighter teeth.
What is the treatment process?
Once our dentists confirm you are a candidate, we will take clinical records to make a customised treatment plan. Records include photos of your smile and bite, and a 3D scan of your teeth using our intraoral scanner. These records are put into our 3D planning software where we determine the final ideal alignment and position of your teeth. A series of custom-made clear aligners are then fabricated and issued to you, usually at 3-4 sets at a time. You wear each clear aligner set for 2 weeks (and at least 22 hours a day) until the final position of your teeth is reached.