Straight Teeth with Invisalign

This adult patient's primary concern with their teeth was the crowding of their front teeth.

As a general dentist on the Gold Coast providing Invisalign treatment I was able to offer Invisalign treatment in our clinic to correct the dental crowding.

We discussed the strict requirements of clear aligner treament needing 22 hours day and night wear, removal while eating, cleaning teeth prior to reinserting aligners, need for attachments, interproximal reduction and need for life long retention or risk relapse of crowded dentition. I also gave the option of referal to an orthodontist specialist for treatment who can also provide the option of fixed braces. The patient elected to proceed with Invisalign treatment at our Gold Coast clinic.

Before and After Invisalign to straighten Teeth Side View

Before and After Invisalign to straighten Teeth Upper Teeth

Before and After Invisalign to straighten Teeth Lower Teeth

Before and After Invisalign to straighten Teeth Front View

The initial ClinCheck animation from Invisalign predicted that we would be able to resolve all crowding with 26 aligners, attachments (marked in red) and interproximal reduction between some of the lower right teeth. The blue dot in the animation highlight movements that are moderately difficult and would require careful monitoring during treatment.

The patient was highly compliant with wearing aligners day and night and changed to new aligners weekly.

Invisalign ClinCheck animation predicting results of treatment plan to resolve crowding of top and bottom teeth with clear aligners.

As is often the case fine tuning of movements was required and two rounds of additional aligners were utilised to ensure complete resolution of crowding. The first round of additional aligners required 8 aligners and more interproximal reduction to improve position of the upper left lateral and lower left canine. The third and final round of additional aligners consisted of 10 aligners to make finishing improvements of the position of the lower left canine tooth.

ClinCheck animation of accepted treatment plan for first round of additional aligners during Invisalign treatment

ClinCheck animation of accepted treatment plan for second round of additional aligners during Invisalign treatment

The total number of aligners required for this particular patient case was 44 and treatment time with pauses in active treatment to order additional aligners came to just over a year.

At the end of active straightening treatment we then entered the retention phase, maintaining the straight teeth. Teeth are prone to crowding with age and straigthened teeth can what we call relapse, become crowded again. All patients are required to wear removable retainers that look very similar to aligners day and night for three months after Invisalign treatment and then every night forever, or for as long as you want to keep straight teeth. Retainers are made from a thin plastic, discolour and break with time and wear and so are needed to be replaced in future. This patient also elected the highest retention protocol which is to also have fixed wire retainers on the inside surfaces of top and bottom front teeth.

For more general information about what's involved in Invisalign treatment see our website and blog posts. But to find out more for your specific case please get in touch or book a consultation.

Disclaimer:

Images and videos are shared with patient consent. No filters, AI enhancement, or unrealistic lighting have been used.

Results shown are specific to the individual and may not be representative of outcomes for others. Individual results vary. Before proceeding with any dental or cosmetic procedure an in person consultation with a registered dental practitioner is required. A second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner is recommended.

Full treatment risks, potential complications and recovery details are discussed during consultation. This consetn is intended for adults (18+) and is for general educational purposes only. It dos not constitute medical or dental advice.

Dr Elizabeth Dove - General Dentist

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