It is an orthodontic treatment method performed with a series of plates that are transparent, invisible and easy to put on and remove. In this treatment technique, brackets and wires glued to the teeth are not used. Invisalign is performed using 3-D computer imaging technology and is an effective method. Although it is not suitable for every case, it can be applied to some cases.
Why would I want such a thing?
Because they are not only invisible, but also mobile, that is, they can be put on and taken off. You can eat and drink whatever you want during treatment and you will not have any difficulties brushing or flossing your teeth. They are comfortable and do not cause mouth irritation during treatment because they do not contain wires or metal. Having no wires or metal means shorter appointments at the clinic and quicker adjustments.
How Does Invisalign Treatment Work?
Each set of plates only You use it for about 2 weeks by removing it while eating, drinking and brushing your teeth. At the end of this period, the treatment progresses in this way by moving on to the next set of plates and then the next set, and how many sets of plates you need to use are completed. As you use the aligners in the series sequentially, your teeth will move - gradually and week by week - until they reach their final corrected position. You should visit your doctor every 6 weeks to make sure your treatment is going as planned. The total treatment duration varies between 9-15 months and the number of plates used during the treatment is approximately 18-30. However, both the treatment duration and the number of plates to be used vary from case to case.
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