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Invisalign: orthodontic treatment with transparent aligners

Everyone dreams of having a perfect smile but very few people have naturally straight teeth. An out of place tooth, an overbite or a malocclusion can become a source of low self-esteem and stop you from showing your smile. Specialists at Clinic Lémanic can help you using an innovative technique which is more comfortable and less invasive than classic orthodontic treatments. Your teeth are gradually realigned with a discrete transparent aligner custom made for you.

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Treatments > Aesthetic Dentistry > Invisalign

Invisalign: orthodontic treatment with transparent aligners

Everyone dreams of having a perfect smile but very few people have naturally straight teeth. An out of place tooth, an overbite or a malocclusion can become a source of low self-esteem and stop you from showing your smile. Specialists at Clinic Lémanic can help you using an innovative technique which is more comfortable and less invasive than classic orthodontic treatments. Your teeth are gradually realigned with a discrete transparent aligner custom made for you.

Sessions
from 4 to 12

Duration
15 minutes

Frequency
every 2 months

Your investment
from CHF 3000.-

Results
after 6 months

Anaesthesia
no

Hospitalisation
no

Social downtime
none

Time off work
none

Sport
immediately

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How does Invisalign transparent aligner treatment work?

Transparent aligners are precision-engineered for you based on the specific dentition problem or problems that need correcting in your case (overbite, skew teeth, malocclusion). We only use reputable brands such as: Invisalign and Smilers. Each aligner gently acts on the position of your teeth, moving them horizontally, vertically or pivoting if necessary. Your aligners are designed to apply gentle but consistent force where needed to very gradually shift the position of your teeth.

The aligners can be removed but 20 to 22 hours of daily wear are advised for timely and optimal results. The aligners are precisely moulded for your specific dentition and they are designed to work progressively on the different sections requiring correction.

As your treatment progresses you will be fitted with new aligners as needed every two to three weeks. When you change aligners, your teeth will gradually shift in accordance with the treatment plan set out by your dentist.

The advantages of Invisalign treatment

Transparent aligners are suitable for anyone (adults, adolescents and children) wishing to improve their smiles discretely. They offer the following advantages:

near invisibility: these state-of-the-art transparent thermoplastic devices are the cutting-edge of orthodontic treatment, offering painless and almost invisible dental realignment. In contrast to traditional metal braces, which are immediately noticeable, these transparent aligners mean your friends and colleagues won’t notice that you are undergoing orthodontic treatment;
zero impact on your social and professional life: wearing aligners will not give you any problems of articulation.
non-invasive and painless: the BPA plastic-free aligners are custom engineered to avoid any uncomfortable rubbing against the lips, tongue or inside of the cheeks;
no food restrictions: the aligners are removable and can be easily taken out before meals. Unlike with metal braces, you are free to eat anything;
simple dental hygiene: because the aligners are removable you can take them out to clean them and to brush and floss;
no surprises in terms of cost: the price you are quoted upfront will not change even if supplementary aligners become necessary.

How does Invisalign transparent aligner treatment work?

Transparent aligners are precision-engineered for you based on the specific dentition problem or problems that need correcting in your case (overbite, skew teeth, malocclusion). We only use reputable brands such as: Invisalign and Smilers. Each aligner gently acts on the position of your teeth, moving them horizontally, vertically or pivoting if necessary. Your aligners are designed to apply gentle but consistent force where needed to very gradually shift the position of your teeth.

The aligners can be removed but 20 to 22 hours of daily wear are advised for timely and optimal results. The aligners are precisely moulded for your specific dentition and they are designed to work progressively on the different sections requiring correction.

As your treatment progresses you will be fitted with new aligners as needed every two to three weeks. When you change aligners, your teeth will gradually shift in accordance with the treatment plan set out by your dentist.

The advantages of Invisalign treatment

Transparent aligners are suitable for anyone (adults, adolescents and children) wishing to improve their smiles discretely. They offer the following advantages:

near invisibility: these state-of-the-art transparent thermoplastic devices are the cutting-edge of orthodontic treatment, offering painless and almost invisible dental realignment. In contrast to traditional metal braces, which are immediately noticeable, these transparent aligners mean your friends and colleagues won’t notice that you are undergoing orthodontic treatment;
zero impact on your social and professional life: wearing aligners will not give you any problems of articulation.
non-invasive and painless: the BPA plastic-free aligners are custom engineered to avoid any uncomfortable rubbing against the lips, tongue or inside of the cheeks;
no food restrictions: the aligners are removable and can be easily taken out before meals. Unlike with metal braces, you are free to eat anything;
simple dental hygiene: because the aligners are removable you can take them out to clean them and to brush and floss;
no surprises in terms of cost: the price you are quoted upfront will not change even if supplementary aligners become necessary.

Different treatment stages

Consultation

Before the treatment

Procedure

Post treatment

Consultation

During your first consultation, your dentition will be analysed using a 3D scan of your mouth. This advanced technology is rapid and painless and allows you to see a virtual mockup of prospective results. Being able to see your future smile upfront helps decide with certainty if the treatment is the right course for you. The specialist will then prepare a treatment plan and answer any questions you may have about your invisible aligners.

Before the treatment

After the treatment plan has been elaborated, your custom aligners are manufactured from your imprints so that they fit perfectly with your dentition and with the expected realignment of your teeth. On average it takes around 4 to 6 weeks for your set of transparent aligners to be manufactured.

Realignment

When your aligners are ready and have been delivered to Clinic Lémanic, our secretary will contact you to set up an appointment. During this session, the specialist will take the time to explain how the treatment will proceed step-by-step and will fit you with your first aligner. You will have a chance to ask any questions about how to correctly wear the aligners, how to put them in, remove them and how to look after them.

As soon as the first aligner is fitted, of the responsibility for correcting your smile falls to you. The treatment is most effective if you wear the aligners for between 20 and 22 hours a day. After 15 days you move on to the second set of aligners which you will wear until your next appointment. At each appointment (around once every two months), the specialist will give you your next set of aligners until the final result is achieved.

Post treatment

The total duration of the treatment is difficult to precisely estimate from the outset and depends on a number of factors such as: the specific nature of your problem, your diligence in wearing the aligners, and the unique characteristics of your dentition. On average the treatment takes 12 to 18 months for the best results.

Following each appointment you will leave with a new set of aligners. You can immediately return to your normal activities. The fitting of each new aligner can create a feeling of pressure that usually subsides after a few hours. Wearing the aligners causes no problems articulating speech and you can carry on working and socializing normally.

What happens during a session?

1 Consultation

During your first consultation, your dentition will be analysed using a 3D scan of your mouth. This advanced technology is rapid and painless and allows you to see a virtual mockup of prospective results. Being able to see your future smile upfront helps decide with certainty if the treatment is the right course for you. The specialist will then prepare a treatment plan and answer any questions you may have about your invisible aligners.

2 Before the treatment

After the treatment plan has been elaborated, your custom aligners are manufactured from your imprints so that they fit perfectly with your dentition and with the expected realignment of your teeth. On average it takes around 4 to 6 weeks for your set of transparent aligners to be manufactured.

3 Realignment

When your aligners are ready and have been delivered to Clinic Lémanic, our secretary will contact you to set up an appointment. During this session, the specialist will take the time to explain how the treatment will proceed step-by-step and will fit you with your first aligner. You will have a chance to ask any questions about how to correctly wear the aligners, how to put them in, remove them and how to look after them.As soon as the first aligner is fitted, of the responsibility for correcting your smile falls to you. The treatment is most effective if you wear the aligners for between 20 and 22 hours a day. After 15 days you move on to the second set of aligners which you will wear until your next appointment. At each appointment (around once every two months), the specialist will give you your next set of aligners until the final result is achieved.

4 Post treatment

The total duration of the treatment is difficult to precisely estimate from the outset and depends on a number of factors such as: the specific nature of your problem, your diligence in wearing the aligners, and the unique characteristics of your dentition. On average the treatment takes 12 to 18 months for the best results. Following each appointment you will leave with a new set of aligners. You can immediately return to your normal activities. The fitting of each new aligner can create a feeling of pressure that usually subsides after a few hours. Wearing the aligners causes no problems articulating speech and you can carry on working and socializing normally.

When will I see results?

If the problems with the position of your teeth are minor, you could get results quite quickly: between three to six months after starting treatment. As is the case for all orthodontic treatments, this technique works by gently and gradually realigning your teeth, so patience is crucial for the best results.

Once your treatment is complete, you will of course want to keep your new smile forever. To guarantee permanent results, you will be given a removable aligner to wear only at night. It is also possible to install an invisible fixed retention guard on the back of your teeth to stop your teeth from shifting out of place.

Who can benefit from Invisalign transparent aligners

This innovative orthodontic technique can be used to treat most of the common problems of incorrectly positioned teeth or occlusion. From simple problems like a twisted tooth or an overbite to much more complex jaw problems with malocclusion, transparent aligners offer solutions to the majority of these cases.

Children

Designed to act specifically on incorrectly positioned teeth, invisible aligners are equally effective on milk teeth. Children with skew teeth can be teased and bullied at school. Correcting their smile in a totally invisible way can lead to improved self-esteem and confidence. Starting from age 8, it is possible to correct incorrectly positioned teeth to avoid potentially more complex problems in adulthood.

Teenagers

Adolescents are particularly sensitive about their image. When orthodontic treatment is necessary, teenagers tend to prefer transparent aligners. Painless and invisible, the treatment lets teens go on with their lives as before without risking being teased.

Adults

Malocclusion, skew teeth and overbites are a common source of anxiety for adults. The transparent aligner technique offers a fantastic alternative to classic orthodontics which can be a hindrance in social and professional life. In addition, the aligners can resolve certain flaws before proceeding with more invasive treatments like implants.

Aligners are not appropriate for patients with too many missing teeth, other techniques may be a better fit than aligners in this case. Equally, patients with a bridge, a system that works by holding several teeth together, cannot benefit from aligners because each tooth needs to be able to move individually.

When will I see results?

If the problems with the position of your teeth are minor, you could get results quite quickly: between three to six months after starting treatment. As is the case for all orthodontic treatments, this technique works by gently and gradually realigning your teeth, so patience is crucial for the best results.

Once your treatment is complete, you will of course want to keep your new smile forever. To guarantee permanent results, you will be given a removable aligner to wear only at night. It is also possible to install an invisible fixed retention guard on the back of your teeth to stop your teeth from shifting out of place.

Who can benefit from Invisalign transparent aligners

This innovative orthodontic technique can be used to treat most of the common problems of incorrectly positioned teeth or occlusion. From simple problems like a twisted tooth or an overbite to much more complex jaw problems with malocclusion, transparent aligners offer solutions to the majority of these cases.

Children

Designed to act specifically on incorrectly positioned teeth, invisible aligners are equally effective on milk teeth. Children with skew teeth can be teased and bullied at school. Correcting their smile in a totally invisible way can lead to improved self-esteem and confidence. Starting from age 8, it is possible to correct incorrectly positioned teeth to avoid potentially more complex problems in adulthood.

Teenagers

Adolescents are particularly sensitive about their image. When orthodontic treatment is necessary, teenagers tend to prefer transparent aligners. Painless and invisible, the treatment lets teens go on with their lives as before without risking being teased.

Adults

Malocclusion, skew teeth and overbites are a common source of anxiety for adults. The transparent aligner technique offers a fantastic alternative to classic orthodontics which can be a hindrance in social and professional life. In addition, the aligners can resolve certain flaws before proceeding with more invasive treatments like implants.

Aligners are not appropriate for patients with too many missing teeth, other techniques may be a better fit than aligners in this case. Equally, patients with a bridge, a system that works by holding several teeth together, cannot benefit from aligners because each tooth needs to be able to move individually.

Why choose Clinic Lémanic for your transparent aligners?

Clinic Lémanic is at the cutting-edge of medical advances and you can rely on our latest generation imaging technology. Our advanced equipment lets you see a virtual mockup of your future smile before starting treatment. Dr Zarrimpour is a leading specialist in aesthetic dentistry. He has mastered the use of transparent aligners and has given over 3000 people their smiles back. From your first consultation until your post-procedure aftercare, you will experience personalised attention in a safe and comfortable setting. Listening to our patients and putting their well-being first is at the heart of our values at Clinic Lémanic.

At Clinic Lémanic you will enjoy regular, personalised care from responsive specialists. It is important to understand that the jaw is a complex structure that evolves over time and, as such, it is not always possible to create all the aligners in advance. We have seen countless patients that have come to us after failing to correct their smiles using under-performing home kits that can be found on the market. These kits can be dangerous, leading to gum disease, occlusions (when the bottom and top teeth are misaligned) and even joint pain.

It goes without saying that a home mould kit for making aligners could never match the precision of a top quality 3D scanner operated by an experienced professional. A good orthodontist will ensure that your aligners are properly positioned so that your teeth can shift into place taking into account any changes to your dentition as your treatment progresses.

Why choose Clinic Lémanic for your transparent aligners?

Clinic Lémanic is at the cutting-edge of medical advances and you can rely on our latest generation imaging technology. Our advanced equipment lets you see a virtual mockup of your future smile before starting treatment. Dr Zarrimpour is a leading specialist in aesthetic dentistry. He has mastered the use of transparent aligners and has given over 3000 people their smiles back. From your first consultation until your post-procedure aftercare, you will experience personalised attention in a safe and comfortable setting. Listening to our patients and putting their well-being first is at the heart of our values at Clinic Lémanic.

At Clinic Lémanic you will enjoy regular, personalised care from responsive specialists. It is important to understand that the jaw is a complex structure that evolves over time and, as such, it is not always possible to create all the aligners in advance. We have seen countless patients that have come to us after failing to correct their smiles using under-performing home kits that can be found on the market. These kits can be dangerous, leading to gum disease, occlusions (when the bottom and top teeth are misaligned) and even joint pain.

It goes without saying that a home mould kit for making aligners could never match the precision of a top quality 3D scanner operated by an experienced professional. A good orthodontist will ensure that your aligners are properly positioned so that your teeth can shift into place taking into account any changes to your dentition as your treatment progresses.