What Is Aligner Treatment?

Aligner treatment is an orthodontic application that allows the correction of disorders related to the position of the jaw and teeth, without wearing braces.

How Is Aligner Treatment Performed?

The patients' teeth are scanned by a digital scanner. Weekly changes of teeth are displayed in a digital environment by preparing a simulation. After the final appearance of the teeth is approved by the patient and the physician, personalized aligner plaques are prepared with 3D printers and attached to the teeth. Plaques, which can be easily attached and removed, do not create a striking image on the teeth, unlike braces. Plaques are replaced at intervals to be determined by the doctor during the treatment process.

When Is Aligner Treatment Applied?

Aligner application is preferred in the treatment of crooked teeth or excessive gaps.

What Is The Aligner Treatment Period?

The duration of treatment varies depending on the size of the problem and the patient's compliance. The average treatment time for orthodontic problems is 12-18 months. Depending on the severity of the problem, the treatment period may be extended or shortened for 6 months.

What Are The Advantages Of Aligner Treatment?

The advantages of this treatment are that it can be applied to people of all ages, that unlike braces, it does not attract attention in the mouth and offers a more aesthetic appearance, and that plaques can be easily removed unlike braces.

What Are The Disadvantages Of Aligner Treatment?

The disadvantages of clear aligner treatment include that it offers a slower treatment compared to conventional braces and is not a solution to every orthodontic problem.

What Should Be Done After Aligner Treatment?

In order to prevent the teeth from returning to the position they were in before the treatment after the aligner treatment, the patients should use their protective plaques for the period recommended by the physicians.

What are Alternative Treatments To Aligner?

If you do not prefer clear aligner treatment, you can consider options such as metal braces treatment, porcelain braces treatment and lingual orthodontic treatment.