Q1. What are clear aligners?

Clear Aligners are basically a series of transparent trays which are used for correction of tooth malalignment or for getting a beautiful, perfect smile.

Q2. Who needs clear aligners?

Anyone who desires a beautiful and radiant smile. Aligners are best suited in following conditions:

• Spacing or gaps between the teeth
• Overlapping or crowded teeth
• Overbite – excessive overlap of upper front teeth over lower front teeth
• Underbite – negative overlap of lower front teeth over upper front teeth or an edge-to-edge bite
• Open bite – no contact between upper and lower front teeth in a clenched position
• Gummy smile- excessive exposure of gums during smile
• Incompetent lips- not able to form a lip seal in relaxed position due to increased proclination of front teeth
  
  Or essentially anyone who needs a bright and confident smile.

Q3. How do aligners work?

Aligners are a series of custom fitted transparent trays that are fabricated according to the treatment planned for a particular patient. Patient is asked to wear a aligner for a period of one to two weeks before moving to the next aligner. Each aligner moves the teeth to the desired position by fraction of a millimeter .The number of aligners will vary depending on the severity of the case and the treatment plan.

Q4. What is the treatment duration with the clear aligners?

The duration of the treatment will depend upon the severity of the case and also upon the treatment plan. The rate of tooth movement by the aligners also depends upon patient’s compliance and how honestly patient follows the instructions. Generally, the treatment duration or a mild case is 10 to 12 months and for a moderate to severe case is 12 to 18 months.

Q5. What is the cost of aligners?

The cost of aligners varies depending upon the severity of the case, the number of aligners and the brand of aligner being selected.