Orthodontic Relapse — Retreatment and Teeth Straightening with Invisalign
Had orthodontic treatment before but your teeth shifted back? With Invisalign clear aligners, relapse correction is done quickly, comfortably, and effectively.
Symptoms
- One or more teeth slightly rotated
- Asymmetry in the smile
- Previously had braces but teeth shifted back
- Noticing teeth gradually changing position
- Feeling of misalignment in the bite
- Tooth positions causing aesthetic concerns
Orthodontic Relapse Treatment — Straighten Your Teeth Again with Invisalign
Orthodontic relapse occurs when teeth that were previously corrected with braces or clear aligner treatment gradually shift back, deteriorate, or tend to return to their original positions. This is very common — when a retainer is not used or used irregularly, teeth can become crowded again, spaced, or the bite can deteriorate. The good news: relapse correction with Invisalign usually takes much less time than the original treatment.
Causes
The most common cause of relapse is not using a retainer or using it irregularly. Beyond that, pressure from wisdom teeth, bone loss due to gum disease, teeth clenching/grinding habits (bruxism), and natural tooth movements that occur with age can also lead to relapse.
If Left Untreated
If relapse is not addressed once it begins, teeth continue to shift and the deterioration progressively worsens. Cleaning becomes difficult with crowded teeth, increasing the risk of cavities and gum disease. Food trapping increases in widening gaps. As the bite deteriorates, TMJ problems and abnormal tooth wear can also develop. Worn teeth may require restoration with zirconia crowns.
At Doredent, our Invisalign Diamond Provider orthodontist Uzm. Dt. Merve Ozkan Akagunduz uses an iTero digital scan to show you your current condition and target outcome side by side in 3D. Your relapse correction plan is finalized at the first appointment. After treatment, aesthetic enhancement with porcelain veneers may also be considered.
Quick Correction
Relapse cases are typically corrected in as little as 3 to 8 months
No Braces Again
Correction with clear, removable aligners — no need for braces again
Lasting Results
With a retainer after treatment, your results will be permanent this time
See Your Treatment Results Before You Start
With the iTero digital scanner we use at Doredent, we create a 3D model of your mouth in seconds. Thanks to the Invisalign Outcome Simulator, we show you what your teeth will look like when treatment is complete, right at your first appointment.
This way, you see the result before starting treatment and make an informed decision.
Completed in 5 Minutes
No need for traditional impressions; digital scanning is fast and comfortable
3D Outcome Simulation
Watch on screen how your teeth will look after treatment is complete
Completely Free
The digital scan and simulation are performed at no charge
Precise Planning
Millimetric measurements determine treatment duration and aligner count from the start
The Doredent Difference in Relapse Treatment
Our distinctive approach to orthodontic relapse treatment as an Invisalign Diamond Provider clinic.
iTero Digital Scanning
Instead of traditional impression molds, we use the iTero digital scanner for millimetric precision, comfortable, and fast impressions. You see your treatment outcome in 3D before starting.
Diamond Provider Expertise
Our orthodontist Uzm. Dt. Merve Ozkan Akagunduz holds Invisalign's highest certification level, Diamond Provider status, and has completed hundreds of successful relapse correction cases.
Personal Treatment Coordinator
A dedicated coordinator is assigned to you throughout your treatment. Your appointments, questions, and progress are managed by a single point of contact.
Transparent Process Management
You are informed at every stage of your treatment. Aligner count, treatment duration, and cost are determined at the first consultation with no surprises.
Frequently Asked Questions About Orthodontic Relapse
When a retainer is not used or used irregularly after orthodontic treatment, teeth tend to return to their original positions. Pressure from wisdom teeth, teeth grinding habits, and natural changes that occur with age are also among the causes of relapse.
Relapse cases generally take much less time than the original treatment. Mild shifting can be corrected in 3 to 6 months, while more significant deterioration may take 6 to 12 months. At Doredent, your treatment duration and aligner count are determined at the first digital scan.
No, there is no need to get braces again for relapse correction. With Invisalign clear aligners, your teeth are corrected again comfortably, aesthetically, and in most cases much more quickly.
Yes, even minor shifting can progress over time. With early intervention, treatment takes very little time. Cleaning becomes difficult with shifted teeth, increasing the risk of cavities. At Doredent, you can see your current condition and treatment outcome side by side with an iTero digital scan.
At Doredent, a permanent retainer (fixed retainer wire + removable night guard) is applied after relapse treatment. This time, you receive detailed guidance on retainer use, and your results are maintained through a regular checkup schedule.
When you visit Doredent, our orthodontist captures a 3D image of your mouth using the iTero digital scanner. The process takes approximately 5 minutes, is completely painless, and is far more comfortable than traditional impressions. After the scan, your current dental condition and the expected treatment outcome are shown to you instantly.
Book an Appointment to Straighten Your Teeth Again
Let us plan your treatment process with a free digital scan.
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