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Orthodontics with Clear Aligners
If you have the impression that your teeth are crooked or when you smile you put your hand in front of your mouth the solution of invisible orthodontics in Padua might interest you.
There are several reasons why a smile may not appear aesthetically pleasing:
Crowded teeth
Gaps between teeth
Too much space between upper and lower teeth
Upper teeth excessively overlapping the lower ones
You might not know that to treat these aesthetic concerns, as well as more complex issues like malocclusions, you can turn to digital orthodontics, which often means treatment with clear aligners.
Having “crooked teeth” is not a disease, but for many people it can be an issue that affects social interactions or lowers self-esteem.
What many don’t realize is that braces and aligners have evolved dramatically over the years, making it possible to achieve a beautiful smile with minimal effort.
Invisible Appliance unlike the classical one
What are the benefits of clear aligners?
- Permanent Solution
- Effective treatment
- Beautiful, straight teeth
- Invisible Mask
- Easy to remove
- Guaranteed result
- Easy to clean
- No dietary restrictions
- Painless Solution
How does treatment with Clear Aligners begin?
At our clinic, the process is very simple, because we have all the equipment needed to start an invisible orthodontic treatment in the most comfortable way possible!
With the intraoral scanner:
A small camera is passed over your teeth to create an accurate digital 3D model of your mouth on a screen.
This is the modern alternative to traditional impressions with paste, no more uncomfortable trays or gag reflex!Advanced digital radiographic system:
We use low-radiation digital X-ray technology that allows us to take all necessary radiographs in just a few minutes, without the need to visit another facility.Photos of your teeth and face:
These help us plan and simulate your treatment with precision.
We place great importance on using the latest-generation technology so we can always offer you the highest quality care and service!
Want to find out if invisible braces are right for you?
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In order to better understand what we are talking about, I want to give you a comparison of what a traditional appliance can be and an appliance with clear aligners:
| INVISIBLE ORTHODONTICS | TRADITIONAL BRACES | |
|---|---|---|
| DIAGNOSIS | The dentist must perform a personalized diagnosis for the patient. | The dentist must perform a personalized diagnosis for the patient. |
| TREATMENT PLAN | The treatment plan and the result are visualized through a very realistic simulation in which the individual movement of each aligner is clearly shown. | The presentation of the treatment plan is not always very clear to the patient because he or she struggles to imagine the outcome. |
| HYGIENE | One of the two reasons why it's necessary to remove the aligner is to clean your teeth. You'll then be able to brush and floss your teeth just as if you weren't wearing braces! This can certainly be a huge advantage, especially for those kids whose parents tell me they're a bit reluctant to brush at home. | One of the main problems with traditional fixed braces is maintaining proper oral hygiene. The presence of brackets and wires necessarily leads to greater food accumulation on the braces, and therefore requires greater attention and more time spent on oral hygiene. |
| EAT | Imagine being able to undergo full-blown orthodontic treatment but being able to bite and eat whatever you want! After eating, as often as possible, you need to brush your teeth and put your aligners back in. Obviously, if you eat 5 times a day, you don't need to brush your teeth every 5 times; at least do so after your 3 main meals. | Obviously, you should avoid biting into sandwiches, pizza, fruit, etc. There's a high risk of some of the plaques coming loose. Extremely chewy or hard foods should also be avoided. Also, avoid stringy foods, such as ham, because they tend to tangle easily around the wire and the brackets of your braces. |
| NUISANCE | The design of the individual movements means that each aligner exerts a minimum and well-controlled force. On this occasion, I want to explain how it works to you in detail because it's very interesting and will give you a better understanding of how clear aligner treatment works. The treatment consists of a certain number of aligners, which can be 20, 30, 40, etc. Each aligner involves a very small movement, imperceptible to the eye. A small movement also means almost no discomfort. The next aligner has already been programmed to fit perfectly in the position of the teeth, just as the previous aligner did. This one also acts with a very small movement, and so on with the subsequent clear aligners. The sum of all these small movements therefore results in a big change, but it occurs gradually and more comfortably. | Sharp metal brackets and wires that slide against the mucous membranes can sometimes be annoying, causing small lesions to appear. Furthermore, the force exerted by the wires and ligatures that hold the wires to the brackets can be unpleasant. |
| DURATION OF TREATMENT | Treatment duration obviously depends on the difficulty, but also on proper planning. Proper digital planning that follows the treatment step by step allows for greater predictability and therefore faster treatment to achieve the desired goals. | Treatment duration obviously depends on the difficulty, but also on proper planning. Proper digital planning that follows the treatment step by step allows for greater predictability and therefore faster treatment to achieve the desired goals. |
| TIME DEDICATED TO YOU DURING THE TREATMENT | Since the clear aligner is removable and free of small pieces that can break off, it's almost completely free of emergencies that need to be addressed quickly. What can very rarely happen is for the aligner to crack somewhere or for an attachment to come loose from the teeth. The attachment is nothing more than a small rectangle or ball that's attached to the teeth to facilitate their movement. In any case, none of these situations actually require you to be seen immediately because they simply don't cause any discomfort. | Given the nature of its composition, a small piece of the appliance may come off, causing discomfort to the lips and cheeks. This often represents an emergency, which must therefore be resolved as quickly as possible. |
| AESTHETICS | The aesthetics of clear aligners are definitely one of the strong points of this treatment. Many adults or teenagers come to me with this very request: "I want to straighten my teeth because they're crooked, but I'll never wear braces!" A bit of a contradiction, don't you think? No, actually! Because as I've emphasized several times, clear aligners are, in effect, an orthodontic treatment. With these conditions, even those who thought they'd never be able to wear braces can now decide to do so because they're almost invisible! | Surely you know or have known someone who wears this type of device so I won't go into detail about it. |
How does Invisible Orthodontics treatment in Padua work?
The treatment begins with taking digital impressions using our trusted intraoral scanner.
As you’ve seen, within just a few minutes, we can generate a digital model of your mouth on the computer.
Often, X-rays and photos are also taken to properly study and assess your case.
In simpler cases, we can even provide an instant simulation of how your teeth would look if they were straight, so you can immediately get a preview of the final result.
After this, a more precise and personalized diagnosis is made by combining all the collected data.
It is always the dentist who defines the treatment goals and the best method to achieve them.
Explanation of the treatment plan with the help of intraoral photos and 3D models
Once the patient has reviewed and approved the treatment plan, a request is sent for the production and shipping of the clear aligners.
They are usually produced and delivered in 2–3 weeks.
When the aligners arrive, we will contact you and, during your visit, we’ll try them on together and show you how to wear and remove them, as well as go over the main rules to follow at home.
Each aligner is managed by you in terms of home care and cleaning, and is typically replaced every 7–10 days.
Naturally, if your treatment includes, say, 40 aligners, it won’t be necessary for you to visit the clinic every 7–10 days for a check-up.
Appointments are usually every 4–6 weeks, meaning that for most of the treatment, you’ll be able to change the aligners independently at home.
The dentist’s role is to monitor the progress of your invisible orthodontic treatment and ensure that everything is going according to plan.
How much does invisible braces treatment cost?
The digitization of the process has made the treatment more predictable, faster, and accessible to more people.
While the equipment and aligners, produced after digital planning, are generally more expensive than traditional braces, the shorter appointment times and virtually no emergency visits make invisible aligners more time-efficient and, consequently, more cost-effective than traditional appliances.
For this reason, at our clinic, clear aligners and traditional braces have the same standard price.
Payment is spread out over the duration of the treatment, making it easier for everyone to achieve a confident, beautiful smile.
The dentist’s role is to ensure the treatment continues smoothly and according to plan, from start to finish.
If you want to find out whether clear aligner treatment is right for you in Padua, or you simply have questions or curiosity, book your free consultation today!
