About the treatment
By skilfully manipulating the natural forces of growth and development, professionals shape harmonious dental arches and balanced occlusions. Aligning teeth and correcting dental misalignments not only restore the aesthetic appeal of the smile, but also the functional balance of the occlusion, thereby reducing the risks of cavities, gum disease, and joint problems.
Ignoring dental misalignments can also lead to serious complications, such as difficulty chewing and speaking, compromising overall well-being, and leading to more complex and expensive treatments. To avoid these problems, here are two orthodontic treatment options available:
Invisalign
Invisalign represents a major advance in the field of orthodontics. Unlike traditional metal braces, Invisalign uses clear aligners that are custom made from hypoallergenic medical plastic. These aligners are designed to adapt perfectly to each patient's mouth, providing optimal comfort.
Invisalign treatment is suitable for a wide variety of orthodontic problems, including spaced teeth, clenched teeth, overbites, and underbites. Thanks to technological advances such as 3D modeling software and the Itero scanner, each treatment step is meticulously planned to obtain accurate and effective results.
Patients should wear the aligners for at least 20 to 22 hours a day, removing them only for eating, drinking (except water), brushing teeth, and flossing. The aligners are changed every one to two weeks, according to the professional's instructions, in order to continue to guide the teeth to the desired position.
Throughout treatment, regular visits are required to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments. These appointments are generally less frequent than those for traditional braces, often spaced six to eight weeks apart.
Advantages:
Aesthetics: The aligners are transparent and nearly invisible, making them discreet and ideal for patients who care about their appearance.
Comfort: Made of smooth plastic, they have no wires or metal supports, which reduces the risk of oral irritation.
Hygiene: Being removable, they allow for good oral hygiene since patients can take them out to brush their teeth and use dental floss.
Accuracy: The treatment is planned with great precision using 3D modeling, providing a clear vision of the expected dental movements and the final result.
Predictability: Patients can visualize the final result before they even start treatment, giving them a good idea of what to expect.
Reduced office time: Compared to traditional braces, Invisalign treatment generally requires fewer visits, which is more convenient for patients with busy schedules.
In summary, Invisalign offers patients a discreet and convenient alternative to traditional braces while providing exceptional dental correction results.
Braces
Fixed braces, also called braces, are appliances used in orthodontics to correct various dental problems such as misaligned teeth, spaces between teeth, overbites, and underbites. These devices consist of small metal supports, called brackets, which are attached to the surface of the teeth using a special adhesive. Metal wires are then attached to the supports, creating a traction system that gradually guides the teeth to the desired position.
Braces are often recommended during adolescence, but they can also be used for young children and adults to correct orthodontic problems. Although effective, orthodontic appliances can take some time to achieve the desired results, depending on the complexity of each case. This treatment is generally longer than Invisalign treatments. During this period, patients should see their dentist regularly for adjustments and to monitor the progress of the treatment.
Despite the initial discomfort and the adjustment period, orthodontic appliances are a proven and effective solution for correcting dental alignment problems and achieving a straight and harmonious smile in the long term.
Retention
One of the crucial steps in any orthodontic treatment is the retention phase, which is often overlooked but essential to maintaining the results obtained. Retention aims to stabilize the new position of the teeth after orthodontic appliances are removed.
Lingual thread
Among the orthodontic methods used for this purpose, lingual wire retention is distinguished by its reliability. This process involves attaching wire to the back of the front teeth using a specially designed adhesive. By preventing unwanted movements, the lingual thread ensures the long-term stability of orthodontic treatment, thus maintaining the harmonious smile obtained.
Vivera Clear Restraint Systems
Vivera retainers, produced by Align Technology, the same company known for its transparent Invisalign aligners, represent a major advance in maintaining the results of orthodontic treatments such as dental alignment or the correction of malocclusions. These custom restraints are made from a durable, transparent thermoplastic material.
These retainers are specially designed to fit each patient's teeth comfortably. Thanks to their personalized design and precise fit, they are almost invisible when worn, offering maximum discretion during use, whether day or night.
In addition to their discreet appearance, Vivera retainers are also removable, making it easy to maintain oral hygiene. Their smooth design and transparent material allow for easy and effective cleaning of teeth and gums, thus promoting good oral health.
Wearing Vivera retainers regularly, as recommended by your professional, goes a long way in preventing unwanted tooth movements and ensures the stability of your newly aligned smile.
